{"id":3793,"date":"2026-03-04T09:54:17","date_gmt":"2026-03-04T14:54:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/?page_id=3793"},"modified":"2026-10-23T11:43:49","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T15:43:49","slug":"massage-therapy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/job-training\/massage-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Massage Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":" <div class=\"text-larger mb-4\"> Start your journey toward a rewarding career in healthcare as a Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist (LMBT). <\/div> <p>Our cost-effective program provides 696 hours of comprehensive, hands-on training. You will gain the skills and knowledge needed for success through a mix of classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and real-world clinical experience.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"> <a class=\"button px-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cfcc-register.fundfive.com\/filtered\/course\/massage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Search and Register for Courses <\/a>  <div class=\"bg-light p-4 mb-4\"> <h2>Program Overview<\/h2>\n<p>This program is designed to meet the high standards of the North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy (NCBMBT).<\/p>\n<ul class=\"pl-3\">\n<li class=\"pb-1\"><strong>Hours:<\/strong> 696 total hours of training<\/li>\n<li class=\"pb-1\"><strong>Format:<\/strong> 100% in-person<\/li>\n<li class=\"pb-1\"><strong>Schedule:<\/strong> Weekday (about 7 months), weeknight (about 8 months), and weekend (about 11 months) options<\/li>\n<li class=\"pb-1\"><strong>Requirements:<\/strong> Students must maintain at least an 80% academic average<\/li>\n<li class=\"pb-1\"><strong>Clinical Experience:<\/strong> You will be required to both give and receive massages as part of your training<\/li>\n<li class=\"pb-1\"><strong>Essential Skills:<\/strong> Strong interpersonal and social skills are required for effective client care<\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div> <h3>CFCC Program Requirements<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"pl-3\">\n<li>18 years of age<\/li>\n<li>Proof of high school diploma or its equivalent<\/li>\n<li>Ability to participate in physically rigorous training and practice<\/li>\n<li>Awareness that this education and training requires giving and receiving massage<\/li>\n<li>Must attend at least 650 class hours. Make-up hours are not provided.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"mt-4\">Textbooks &amp; Supplies<\/h3> <div class=\"iwi-accordion\">  <div class=\"mb-4\">  <div class=\"card border\">  <div class=\"card-header mb-0 pb-0\"> <h4 class=\"h5 mb-0\"> <a href=\"#\" id=\"faq1_control\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"faq1\" class=\"iwi-control iwi-accordion-control\" aria-expanded=\"false\"> Required Textbooks <\/a> <\/h4>\n<\/p> <\/div>  <div id=\"faq1\" class=\"iwi-target iwi-accordion-container\" style=\"display: none;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">  <div class=\"card-body\"> <ul class=\"pl-3\">\n<li><strong>Trail Guide to the Body<\/strong>, 6th Edition ISBN: 978-0-9987850-6-6<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trail Guide to the Body Student Workbook<\/strong>, 6th Edition ISBN: 978-0-9914666-7-2<\/li>\n<li><strong>Massage Therapy: Principles and Practice<\/strong>, ISBN: 9780323878159<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mosby&#8217;s Pathology for Massage Professionals<\/strong>, 5th Edition ISBN: 9780323765213<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Ethics of Touch<\/strong>, 3rd Edition ISBN: 978-1-8829084-4-8<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trail Guide to Movement<\/strong>, 2nd Edition ISBN: 978-0-9987850-5-9<\/li>\n<li><strong>Anatomy and Physiology for Health Professionals<\/strong>, 3rd Edition ISBN: 978-1284151978<\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"mb-4\">  <div class=\"card border\">  <div class=\"card-header mb-0 pb-0\"> <h4 class=\"h5 mb-0\"> <a href=\"#\" id=\"faq2_control\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"faq2\" class=\"iwi-control iwi-accordion-control\" aria-expanded=\"false\"> Required Supplies <\/a> <\/h4>\n<\/p> <\/div>  <div id=\"faq2\" class=\"iwi-target iwi-accordion-container\" style=\"display: none;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">  <div class=\"card-body\"> <p class=\"mb-2\">All students will be required to purchase the following supplies:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"pl-3\">\n<li>4 sets of single, twin or massage sheet sets: medium to dark-toned, solid, no prints, required by the second day of school<\/li>\n<li>2 hand towels (approx. 16\u201dx27\u201d, solid color)<\/li>\n<li>4 pillow cases (solid color)<\/li>\n<li>1 pillow<\/li>\n<li>1 pillow protector with zipper<\/li>\n<li>Clinic dress code: 2 pairs of full-length scrub pants, 2 scrub tops (minimum) 1 pocket style, pants and top in Pewter color<\/li>\n<li>Closed-toe, comfortable shoes of neutral or black color, Skechers or similar<\/li>\n<li>1 clipboard with storage<\/li>\n<li>Paper or notepad with writing instruments<\/li>\n<li>Holster and pump<\/li>\n<li>8 oz. massage lotion (hypoallergenic, unscented, your choice of brand)<\/li>\n<li>Index cards<\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"mb-4\">  <div class=\"card border\">  <div class=\"card-header mb-0 pb-0\"> <h4 class=\"h5 mb-0\"> <a href=\"#\" id=\"faq3_control\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"faq3\" class=\"iwi-control iwi-accordion-control\" aria-expanded=\"false\"> Strongly Recommended Items <\/a> <\/h4>\n<\/p> <\/div>  <div id=\"faq3\" class=\"iwi-target iwi-accordion-container\" style=\"display: none;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">  <div class=\"card-body\"> <p class=\"mb-2\"><em>Not required for class<\/em><\/p>\n<ul class=\"pl-3\">\n<li>1 massage table (400 lb weight minimum, can also be found on FB Marketplace, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>1 medical rolling stool<\/li>\n<li>Cotton blanket<\/li>\n<li>Large duffel bag<\/li>\n<li>Dividers\/page markers<\/li>\n<li>Highlighters<\/li>\n<li> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1989726879\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> MBLEx Study Guide <\/a> <\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div> <h3>NCBMBT Licensing Requirements<\/h3>\n<p>To become an NC Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmbt.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> The NC Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy <\/a> . Board requirements include:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"pl-3\">\n<li>High school diploma or equivalent<\/li>\n<li>18 years or older<\/li>\n<li>Good moral character as determined by the Board<\/li>\n<li>Successful completion of a training program that consists of a minimum of 650 in-class hours of supervised instruction at a Board approved school<\/li>\n<li>Passing of a competency examination that meets generally accepted psychometric principles and standards and is Board approved<\/li>\n<li>Submission of fingerprint cards in a form acceptable to the Board at the time the license application is filed and consent to a criminal history record check by the NC Department of Justice<\/li>\n<li>Satisfactory proof of proficiency in the English language<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Estimated Program Expenses<\/h3>\n<p>Costs are approximate and subject to change based on vendor pricing.<\/p>\n<table class=\"table table-striped\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Estimated Cost<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Registration and Class Fees<\/td>\n<td>$325.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Books<\/td>\n<td>$525.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Uniforms &amp; Supplies<\/td>\n<td>~$350.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Post-Course Fees (Exam, Licensing, etc.)<\/td>\n<td>~$524.00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total Estimated Investment<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>~$1,724.00+<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<!-- FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS -->\n<h3 class=\"h4 font-weight-bold mb-3\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3> <div class=\"iwi-accordion\"> <h4 class=\"iwi-target-massage-faq-1 accordion-alt-heading\"> <a href=\"#\"> How long does the Massage Therapy program take to complete? <\/a> <\/h4> <div id=\"massage-faq-1\" class=\"accordion-alt-container\"> <p class=\"mb-0\">CFCC&#8217;s Massage Therapy program consists of 696 hours of classroom instruction, hands-on training, and clinical experience. The total time required to complete the program depends on the class schedule. Weekdays (Monday\u2013Thursday, 9 a.m.\u20133 p.m.) take approximately 7 months, weeknights (Monday\u2013Thursday, 4:30\u201310 p.m.) take approximately 8 months, and weekends (Friday\u2013Saturday, 8:30 a.m.\u20135 p.m.) take approximately 11 months. You can view the <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc-register.fundfive.com\/filtered\/course\/massage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> full schedules for upcoming classes <\/a> online.<\/p> <\/div> <h4 class=\"iwi-target-massage-faq-2 accordion-alt-heading\"> <a href=\"#\"> Do I need any previous healthcare experience to enroll? <\/a> <\/h4> <div id=\"massage-faq-2\" class=\"accordion-alt-container\"> <p class=\"mb-0\">No. Previous massage therapy or healthcare experience is not required. Students must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and be able to participate in the physical requirements of the program.<\/p> <\/div> <h4 class=\"iwi-target-massage-faq-3 accordion-alt-heading\"> <a href=\"#\"> Will I need to pass a background check to become licensed? <\/a> <\/h4> <div id=\"massage-faq-3\" class=\"accordion-alt-container\"> <p class=\"mb-0\">Yes. The North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy requires applicants for licensure to submit fingerprints and consent to a criminal history record check. Students with questions about eligibility for licensure should contact the Board directly.<\/p> <\/div>  <\/div> <p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"How long does the Massage Therapy program take to complete?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"CFCC's Massage Therapy program consists of 696 hours of classroom instruction, hands-on training, and clinical experience. The total time required to complete the program depends on the class schedule. Weekdays (Monday\u2013Thursday, 9 a.m.\u20133 p.m.) take approximately 7 months, weeknights (Monday\u2013Thursday, 4:30\u201310 p.m.) take approximately 8 months, and weekends (Friday\u2013Saturday, 8:30 a.m.\u20135 p.m.) take approximately 11 months. 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