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A career as a licensed massage therapist can be very rewarding and offers a unique opportunity to care for clients. Benefits include a flexible work schedule, low stress work environment, and the ability to be your own boss. Opportunities exist in a variety of settings in the health, wellness, and hospitality industries. According to the US Bureau of Labor and Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook and O*NET, the massage profession is “expected to grow much faster than average” through 2030 in Arkansas¹ and nationwide².

 

Attributes necessary to excel as a massage therapist include kindness, respect for others, high ethical standards, responsibility, self-motivation, and listening skills, which are very important in helping the client feel safe and understood.

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Class Schedule

Massage Therapy 500 Hour Program

Class Schedule

8:30 - 3:15 Monday - Friday

Graduate in 4 months

Register today to secure your spot!

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We're flexible!

We understand that life is busy. If the class schedule doesn't fit your needs, please let us know. We have a part-time option if needed. We also allow students to arrive late or leave early for work commitments or to get children to and from school. Whether you have a family vacation planned or any other schedule conflict, we can often find a solution.

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Upcoming Start Dates:

9/23/24

10/21/24

11/18/24 

1/6/25

2/3/25

3/3/25

Classes

Massage Technique with Student Clinic (225 hours)
Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, and Contraindications (175 hours)
Hygiene and Infection Control (25 hours)
Massage Therapy Law, Business Management, and Professional Ethics (25 hours)
Hydrotherapy, Electrotherapy, and Heliotherapy (25 hours)
MBLEx Prep (25 hours)
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Hands-on practice is very important to your training as a massage therapist. You will be introduced to a variety of massage techniques during your time with us. It will be beneficial to gain some practical experience in all of these modalities, but you’re encouraged to focus on techniques that interest you the most. We will offer training in the following modalities within the scope of practice of massage therapy:

Deep tissue massage

Sports massage

Stretching techniques

Trigger point release

Myofascial release

TMJ therapy

Cupping

Myofascial blading

Swedish massage

Prenatal massage

Hot stone massage

Chair massage

Lymphatic massage

Thai massage (optional)

Ashiatsu (optional)

Reflexology (optional)

Spa Packages and 

Add-Ons including:

Spa face treatments

Body exfoliation

Body wraps

Scalp massage treatments

Foot scrubs

Aromatherapy

Tution-Free Intership Program

Tuition-Free Internship Program

Fort Smith Academy of Massage offers a Tuition-Free Internship Program, providing an opportunity for students to gain real-world experience, build confidence, and elevate expertise in preparation for a successful career in massage therapy. Tuition is 100% free for students who complete the internship.

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  • The $611.25 registration fee is due on or before the first day of class, but there is no charge for tuition. Please click here to see a list of expenses not included in tuition.

  • Students will attend the 500 hour massage therapy program (about four months), followed by a 500 hour internship in the student clinic (about 4 months). The entire program can be completed in about 8 months with good attendance. 

  • Students who receive tuition assistance from Arkansas Rehabilitation Services, pay partial tuition, or transfer college hours to Fort Smith Academy of Massage, are eligible to participate in the internship program on a percentage basis. For instance, if a student pays 25% of the tuition, they would complete 75% of the internship hours. Similarly, if 25% of the hours are transferred, the student would complete 75% of the internship hours.

  • Spots are limited.

  • Students must maintain satisfactory attendance and good conduct to remain eligible for the internship program.

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​Please contact us for more information at (479) 763-5469.

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