Programs & Courses
Classes begin May 28th, 2013!
Central Mass School is offering a FREE trial class contact us today to signup!.FULL MASSAGE AND SPA THERAPY PROGRAM
Our full diploma program in massage and spa therapy combines the best of two great professions. In response to the most recent trends within the industry, CMS has developed a training program of which prepares students for the present and the future. Years of experience in education indicate that students possessing multiple talents are by far most sought after by luxury spas, resorts, cruise ships and most importantly the general public. This unique program of interactive education is both enjoyable to learn and rewarding as a career. Every class is manageably structured therefore early enrollment is encouraged. Our full program is inclusive therefore previous medical training is not required. Students are required to participate in the learning directives of practicing and receiving all massage and spa services introduced.
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| Full Massage & Spa Therapy Program Options | ||||||||
| Duration | Classes | Starts | Ends | Hours per Week |
Classes per Week |
Number of Weeks |
Total Hrs Clock/Credit |
Tuition |
| Part Time | Mon—Fri | 5/28/2013 | 8/8/2014 | 15 | 5 | 62 | 738 / 39.5 | $13,070 |
| Full Time | Mon—Fri | 5/28/2013 | 12/20/2013 | 30 | 10 | 30 | 738 / 39.5 | $13,070 |
Classes Begin May 28th, 2013
Individual classes may be taken separately
Class Sessions are 9:00am—12:00pm, 1:30—4:30pm, or 6:00—9:00pm
Part Time Students choose 1 session per day, Monday-Friday
Full Time Students choose 2 sessions per day, Monday-Friday
Sample schedules are available when visiting the school.
| Full Massage & Spa Therapy Program Classes | |||
| Class ID | Subject | Total Hours | Total Credit(s) |
| HS101 | Anatomy & Physiology I | 75 | 5 |
| HS102 | Pathology | 45 | 3 |
| HS103 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 26 | 1.5 |
| HS104 | Kinesiology | 45 | 3 |
| BU101 | Ethics & Professionalism I | 12 | 0.5 |
| BU102 | Ethics & Professionalism II | 12 | 0.5 |
| BU103 | Ethics & Professionalism III | 24 | 1.5 |
| BU104 | Ethics & Professionalism IV | 12 | 0.5 |
| MT101 | Massage Theory & Techniques I | 24 | 1 |
| MT102 | Massage Theory & Techniques II | 132 | 7.5 |
| MT103 | Massage Theory & Techniques III | 21 | 1 |
| MT104 | Massage Theory & Techniques IV | 78 | 4.5 |
| MY105 | Massage Theory & Techniques V | 45 | 2.5 |
| ST101 | Spa Techniques | 45 | 2.5 |
| ST102 | Spa Techniques II | 42 | 2.5 |
| CL101 | Clinic | 19 | 1 |
| CL102 | Clinic II | 27 | 0.5 |
| CL103 | Clinic III | 27 | 0.5 |
| CL104 | Clinic IV | 27 | 0.5 |
| 738 | 39.5 | ||
| CMS reserves the right to alter scheduling of courses and curriculum without notice. | |||
MASSAGE THERAPY PROGRAM
For 43 consecutive years CMS has continuously provided quality training in massage and therapy. Our focus is teaching people like yourself how to effectively help others. In relation to massage and therapy, this is one specialty field that will continue to grow as it has in the past. Students enrolled in our massage program gain a valuable understanding of professionalism and acquire essential knowledge specific to massage and bodywork. Prerequisite college courses are not required; this flexible program is designed for students already having busy schedule therefore many students find that they are able to balance a work schedule and classes simultaneously. The following program exceeds mandatory Massachusetts state requirements and placement assistance after graduation is available.
| Massage Therapy Program Options | ||||||||
| Duration | Classes | Starts | Ends | Hours per Week |
Classes per Week |
Number of Weeks |
Total Hrs Clock/Credit |
Tuition |
| Part TIme | Mon—Fri | 5/28/2013 | 8/8/2014 | 15 | 5 | 62 | 651 / 34.5 | $11,070 |
| Full Time | Mon—Fri | 5/28/2013 | 12/20/2013 | 30 | 10 | 31 | 651 / 34.5 | $11,070 |
Classes Begin May 28th, 2013
Individual classes may be taken separately
Class Sessions are 9:00am—12:00pm, 1:30—4:30pm, or 6:00—9:00pm
Part Time Students choose 1 session per day, Monday-Friday
Full Time Students will have 2 sessions per day, Monday-Friday
Sample schedules are available when visiting the school.
| Massage Therapy Program Classes | |||
| Class ID | Subject | Total Hours | Total Credit(s) |
| HS101 | Anatomy & Physiology I | 75 | 5 |
| HS102 | Pathology | 45 | 3 |
| HS103 | Anatomy & Physiology II | 26 | 1.5 |
| HS104 | Kinesiology | 45 | 3 |
| BU101 | Ethics & Professionalism I | 12 | 0.5 |
| BU102 | Ethics & Professionalism II | 12 | 0.5 |
| BU103 | Ethics & Professionalism III | 24 | 1.5 |
| BU104 | Ethics & Professionalism IV | 12 | 0.5 |
| MT101 | Massage Theory & Techniques I | 24 | 1 |
| MT102 | Massage Theory & Techniques II | 132 | 7.5 |
| MT103 | Massage Theory & Techniques III | 21 | 1 |
| MT104 | Massage Theory & Techniques IV | 78 | 4.5 |
| MY105 | Massage Theory & Techniques V | 45 | 2.5 |
| CL101 | Clinic | 19 | 1 |
| CL102 | Clinic II | 27 | 0.5 |
| CL103 | Clinic III | 27 | 0.5 |
| CL104 | Clinic IV | 27 | 0.5 |
| 651 | 34.5 | ||
| CMS reserves the right to alter scheduling of courses and curriculum without notice. | |||
SPA THERAPY PROGRAM
Our spa therapy program at CMS is specifically designed for students desiring to seriously learn the essential aspects of spa operations, management, ownership and employment. If you enjoy the spa experience, you will love this program because our classroom is a simulated spa. This program is ideal for those students wishing to learn a new profession and also wonderful for those wishing to compliment a talent they already posses. Placement assistance is available. This program is inclusive therefore no additional fees will apply. All students are required to actively participate in learning a wide variety of spa specialties. Pre-requisite may be required.
| Spa Therapy Program Options | ||||||||
| Duration | Classes | Starts | Hours per Week |
Classes per Week |
Number of Weeks |
Total Hrs Clock/Credit |
Tuition | |
| 7 Months | Mon—Fri | Open Enrollment | 3 to 15 | 1 to 5 | 31 | 264/ 15.5 | $4,570 | |
Classes Begin May 28th, 2013
Individual classes may be taken separately
Class Sessions are 9:00am—12:00pm, 1:30—4:30pm, or 6:00—9:00pm
Total Program includes tuition, all text books, application fee and uniform.
Each student will receive a complete schedule outlining the classes included in their program, having both a beginning date and a completion date.
| Spa Therapy Program Classes | |||
| Class ID | Subject | Total Hours | Total Credit(s) |
| HS101 | Anatomy & Physiology I | 75 | 5 |
| HS102 | Pathology | 45 | 3 |
| BU101 | Ethics & Professionalism I | 12 | 0.5 |
| BU103 | Ethics & Professionalism III | 24 | 1.5 |
| ST101 | Spa Techniques I | 45 | 2.5 |
| ST102 | Spa Techniques II | 42 | 2.5 |
| CL102-A | Spa Clinic Prep/Clinic | 21 | 0.5 |
| 264 | 15.5 | ||
| CMS reserves the right to alter scheduling of courses and curriculum without notice. | |||
NURSE AIDE / HOME HEALTH AIDE
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Enter the healthcare field with our 118.25 hour training program for dual certification as a nurse aide and home health aide. This dual certificate will open many doors for you whether you want to work in a hospital, long-term care facility or in the home care setting. You will learn about basic patient care, medical terminology, nutrition, personal care procedures, communication skills, basic anatomy, safety, transferring patients, observation and reporting, infection control, assisting with therapies and emergency procedures. Basic nursing procedures will be taught through classroom lectures, skills practice labs, and clinical experience in a local long-term care facility under supervision of a registered nurse. We keep our classes small, so that you will have valuable one-on-one attention..
| Nurse Aide / Home Health Aide Program Options | ||||||||
| Duration | Classes | Starts | Hours per Week |
Classes per Week |
Number of Weeks |
Total Hrs Clock/Credit |
Tuition | |
| 6 Weeks | Tues, Wed, and Fri | Open Enrollment | 15 to 20 | 1 to 5 | 6 | 118.25 | $1,200 | |
Classes Begin May 28th, 2013
Individual classes may be taken separately
Class Sessions are 8:30am—3:30pm:classroom, 7:00am—2:30pm: clinical
Total Program includes tuition, all text books, application fee and uniform.
Each student will receive a complete schedule outlining the classes included in their program, having both a beginning date and a completion date.
| Spa Therapy Program Classes | |||
| Class ID | Subject | Total Hours | |
| NAT01 | Nurse Aide Instruction | 65 | |
| NAT02 | Nurses Aide Clinical | 38.25 | |
| HHA01 | Home Health Aide Instruction | 15 | |
| 118.25 | |||
| CMS reserves the right to alter scheduling of courses and curriculum without notice. | |||
Description of Classes
- Integumentary System
- Musculoskeletal System
- Cardiovascular System
- Blood Lymphatic and Immune Systems
- Nervous System
- Endocrine System
- Respiratory System
- Digestive System
- Urinary System
- Reproductive System
- Define and demonstrate active listening, rapport, empathy and feedback.
- Identify strategies to effectively deal with emotional and behavioral client responses to massage therapy treatment.
- Describe the principles of conflict resolution and apply conflict resolution skills effectively in the client-therapist relationship.
- Discuss the importance of professional boundaries. Describe techniques for establishing and maintaining safe and respectful boundaries with clients.
- Identify and describe the purpose of a code of ethics. Identify and describe the purpose of Standards of Practice specific to massage therapy.
- Identify confidentiality principles related to massage therapy.
- Identify common ethical situations in massage therapy and strategies to effectively resolve ethical issues.
- Identify and design effective methods for time management, client scheduling, and maintenance of the work environment.
- Outline an employment strategy, including short and long-term professional goals.
- Create, maintain and identify legal requirements for retaining client, financial and tax records.
- Demonstrate knowledge of federal, state and local regulations as they pertain to massage therapy practice.
- Identify the elements of effective job search and marketing materials (such as resumes, brochures, business cards).
- Identify and discuss common methods of marketing for massage therapy.
- Identify strategies to develop and maintain a client base.
- Discuss the value of ongoing education and skill development as a professional.
- Describe methods for identifying advanced training programs to enhance performance, knowledge and skills.
- Identify the role of professional associations for massage therapists.
- Identify and describe the physiological effects of touch and specific massage.
- Identify and describe potential emotional effects of touch and specific massage techniques.
- Define and describe the interpersonal and physical components of a therapeutic environment.
- Develop competency in musculoskeletal palpation and pain assessment skills relating to the appropriate application of massage techniques.
- Develop a safe and effective treatment plan, based on client goals, assessment findings, and understanding of effects of massage.
- Write clear, concise and accurate notes of client treatment sessions.
- Demonstrate commonly recognized techniques that are within the scope of practice and training for massage therapy disciplines. Demonstrate techniques that are appropriate for each body area, including endangerment sites.
- Demonstrate the use of draping during treatment as a professional boundary.
- Identify and practice appropriate methods of sanitation and personal hygiene in the performance of massage sessions.
- Identify and describe the effect of physical fitness and life style habits on the performance of massage techniques.
- Identify and demonstrate biomechanical skills necessary for the safe and effective performance of massage techniques.
- How to perform each treatment and learn about the products used, their benefits as well as contraindications of each.
- The following treatments will include: Spray Tanning, face rejuvenation, exfoliations, scrubs, moisturizing, and steam applications.
- How to perform several new age spa treatments that are reflective of the changing times.
- Various body wraps such as mud, clay, seaweed and herbal.
- Assessment and treatment planning
- Treatment note preparation
- Clinic management
HS101 ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY 101 Hours - 6.5 Credits
Description: The study of the Anatomy & Physiology of the body including the structure and function of the following body systems:
Methods of instruction include lecture, demonstration, computer integration and power point presentations. This course encourages interactive learning and student participation. Daily quizzes measure progression.
Courses Included:
HS101: Anatomy & Physiology I 75 Hours - 5 Credits
HS103: Anatomy & Physiology II 26 Hours - 1.5 Credits
Pre-requisite: Must be taken in conjunction with HS104
PATHOLOGY 45 Hours - 3 Credits
Description: The study of common pathologies encountered in the practice of massage and how they impact the application of massage, specific indications, contraindications and precautions to the application of massage in the presence of these pathologies. Methods of instruction include lecture, demonstration, computer integration and power point presentations. This course encourages interactive learning and student participation. Daily quizzes measure progression.
Courses Included:
HS102: Pathology 45 Hours - 3 Credits
Pre-Requisite: must be taken in conjunction with HS101
KINESIOLOGY 45 Hours - 3 Credits
Description: Location, identification and palpation of the bellies and attachments of the major muscles of external movement of the body. Methods of instruction include lecture, demonstration, computer integration and power point presentations. This course encourages interactive learning and student participation. Daily quizzes measure progression.
Courses Included:
HS104: Kinesiology 45 Hours - 3 Credits
Pre-Requisite: HS103
ETHICS AND PROFESSIONALISM60 Hours - 3 Credits
Description: In this module students will:
Methods of instruction include lecture, in class activities and may include professional guest speakers. Structured quizzes and assignments measure progression.
Courses Included:
BU101: Ethics & Professionalism I12 Hours - 0.5 Credits
BU102: Ethics & Professionalism II12 Hours - 0.5 Credit
BU103: Ethics & Professionalism III24 Hours - 1.5 Credits
BU104: Ethics & Professionalism IV12 Hours - 0.5 Credits
Pre-requisite: MT102, MT103
BU105: Ethics & Professionalism V9 Hours - 0.5 Credits
Pre-Requisite: HS101, HS102, HS103, HS104, MT102, MT103, MT104, MT105
MASSAGE THEORY & TECHNIQUE300 Hours - 16.5 Credits
Description: To include the following learning objectives in the area of:
Effects of touch and massage techniques:
Self Care:
Methods of instruction include lecture, example forms, in class activities and demonstrations. Student progression is measured by quizzes, performance and assignments.
Courses Included:
MT101: Massage Theory & Techniques I24 Hours - 1.0 Credits
MT102: Massage Theory & Techniques II132 Hours - 7.5 Credits
MT103: Massage Theory & Techniques III21 Hours - 1.0 Credit
Pre-Requisite: MT102
MT104: Massage Theory & Techniques IV78 Hours - 4.5 Credits
Pre-requisite: MT102
MT105: Massage Theory & Techniques V45 Hours - 2.5 Credits
Pre-requisite: MT104
SPA TECHNIQUES 87 Hours - 5 Credits
Description: The objective of this module is to teach students how to prepare equipment and supplies required to perform various spa services. Students will learn:
Student progression is determined by quizzes, practical exams and performance observation in class.
Courses Included:
ST101: Spa Techniques I45 Hours - 2.5 Credits
ST102: Spa Techniques II42 Hours - 2.5 Credits
CLINIC100 Hours - 2.5 Credits
Description: Dedicated actual hands on practice of massage therapy, supervised by a licensed massage or qualified health care professional.
Student progression is determined by observation based on performance, demonstrated professionalism and client student evaluations.
Courses Included:
CL101: Clinic I19 Hours - 1 Credit
Pre-Requisite: MT102
CL10227 Hours - 0.5 Credit
Pre-requisite: MT102, CL101
CL102-A: Spa Clinic I21 Hours - 0.5 Credits
Pre-requisite: must be in conjunction ST101 or ST102
CL103: Clinic III27 Hours - 0.5 Credits
Pre-Requisite: MT102, CL101
CL104: Clinic IV27 Hours - 0.5 Credits
Pre-Requisite: MT102, CL101
NURSE AIDE/ HOME HEALTH AIDE118.25 Hours
Description: Enter the healthcare field with our 118.25 hour training program for dual certification as a nurse aide and home health aide. This dual certificate will open many doors for you, whether you want to work in a hospital, long-term care facility or in the home care setting. You will learn about basic patient care, medical terminology, nutrition, personal care procedures, communication skills, basic anatomy, safety, transferring patients, observation and reporting, infection control, assisting with therapies and emergency procedures. Basic nursing procedures will be taught through classroom lectures, skills practice labs, and clinical experience in a local long-term care facility under the supervision of a registered nurse. We keep our classes small, so that you will have valuable one-on-one attention.
Courses Included:
NAT01: Nurse Aide Instruction65 Hours
NAT02: Nurse Aide Clinical38.25 Hours
Pre-requisite: NAT01
HHA01: Home Health Aide Instruction15 Hours
Pre-requisite: NAT01, NAT02
* Students will receive a complete schedule of the select classes included in their chosen program. Individual classes may be taken for continuing education credit after graduation, providing the course selected is not one previously completed.
Note: CMS reserves the right to alter scheduling of courses and curriculum without notice.
