Overview
A career in a year! Do you like applying learning to real world solutions that help people feel better, stronger, and healthier? This September-August focused program will prepare you to take the Massage Therapy Certification Exam and become a Licensed Massage Therapist in NH. Through lectures, study, seminars, and plenty of hands-on practice, you will discover that Massage Therapy is a meaningful career and lifestyle. As a Massage Therapist, you will be entering a growing field as an entrepreneur in your own business, or as an employee in multiple fields.
RVCC 2024-2025 Massage Therapy Program Handbook (pdf)
Why RVCC?
River Valley’s massage program provides students with hands on experience and a streamlined program to get them out and into their new career in a year!
Career Options
- Entrepreneur in Private Practice
- Cruise Ships
- Fitness Centers and Spas
- Physical Therapy Offices
- Chiropractor’s Offices
- Hospitals or Clinics
- Resorts
- Nursing Homes
Related Degrees
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Occupational Therapist Assistant
To develop and advance the art, science and practice of therapeutic massage while instilling academic integrity in a caring, professional and ethical manner. Students enrolled in the program will be prepared to become lifelong learners seeking to balance professional expertise and personal growth. Graduates will enter the community and work force as trained professionals striving to meet the needs of a diverse society. As licensed massage therapists, our graduates will touch lives and be engaged local and global citizens.
Program Goals
You will integrate science, creativity, knowledge, strong interpersonal skills, entrepreneurship, sensitivity, and compassion to become a successful massage therapist.
Program Outcomes
You will become a professional massage therapist trained in:
Anatomy and Physiology
Kinesiology
Pathology
Ethics
Business
Professional boundaries
Professional Communication
Massage modalities that include:
Swedish Massage
Wellness Massage
Healthcare Massage
Deep Tissue Massage
Myofascial Release
Reiki and energy work
Ayurvedic Techniques
Thai Massage
Sports Massage
Special Populations
Pre-natal Massage
Massage Therapy is an open enrollment program. This means we accept students once they are accepted to River Valley. The only requirement to be accepted into this program is to fill out the Essential Skills of a Massage Therapist form, no other requirements necessary. At RVCC, we believe all students should be able to complete a degree and be able to transfer or start their career as smoothly as possible.
If you have any questions about Massage Therapy, please do not hesitate to request information or reach out to the faculty.
Students who have a positive Criminal Background Check may be prohibited from New Hampshire Licensure.
Course Sequencing
Fall Semester – Full-Time Student
Spring Semester – Full-Time Student
Summer Semester – Full-Time Student
Fall Semester #1 – Part-Time Student
Spring Semester #1 – Part-time Student
Summer Semester #1 – Part-Time Student
Fall Semester #2 – Part-Time Student
Spring Semester #2 – Part-Time Student
Summer Semester #2 – Part-time student
Kim-Laura Boyle (she/her)
Physical Therapist Assistant | Rehabilitation ServicesProfessor & Program Director, Physical Therapist Assistant; & Department Chair, Rehabilitation Services-
Michael Jacovina
Massage Therapy | Rehabilitation ServicesAssistant Professor & Program Director, Massage Therapy
Health Sciences and Services37 Credits Required
The Massage Therapy students at River Valley Community College in Keene need practice hours to qualify for a NH Massage Therapy
License. Please help our students become skilled therapists while receiving a relaxing therapeutic massage. Massage Clinics are available to schedule every year from late January – early May.