Program Overview
Next Semester starts 02/08/2027
NC Massage School in Cornelius, North Carolina, offers a comprehensive 700-hour massage therapy training program serving students throughout Charlotte, Huntersville, Mooresville, Davidson, and the Lake Norman region. Our curriculum combines hands-on bodywork training with real clinical experience to prepare students for professional licensure and successful careers in massage therapy.
Take the First Step Toward Becoming a Massage Therapist
Our massage therapy classes have limited seating and often fill quickly.
Massage Therapy Program Curriculum
| Category | Course Name | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Fundamental Theory Courses | Foundational Therapeutic Massage Techniques | 140 |
| Applied Neuromuscular Therapy Techniques | 90 | |
| Supervised Clinical Internship | 100 | |
| Anatomy & Physiology Courses | Applied Anatomy & Physiology | 65 |
| Neuromuscular Anatomy & Physiology | 35 | |
| Foundational Courses | Kinesiology | 55 |
| Pathology | 45 | |
| Ethics I & II | 35 | |
| Psychological Concepts I & II | 30 | |
| Practice Building Courses | State Laws I & II | 15 |
| Business and Professional Development | 20 | |
| Massage-Related Courses | Eastern Modalities | 30 |
| Other Modalities I & II | 20 | |
| Tai Chi | 15 | |
| MBLEx Readiness | 5 | |
| Total Hours | 700 | |
Full-Time Massage Therapy Program
Schedule: Monday – Thursday
Class Hours: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
This accelerated schedule lets students complete the 700-hour massage therapy training program in about six months.
Part-Time Massage Therapy Program
First Semester:
Monday & Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Second Semester:
Wednesday & Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
This flexible schedule lets students complete the program in about twelve months while balancing work or family commitments.
Begin Your Massage Therapy Career
Submit an application to reserve your spot in our upcoming massage therapy program!