The Science and Art of Healing Touch

Are you enthusiastic about helping others feel their best? A career in massage therapy can open the door to a rewarding future where your skills make a real difference every day.

Licensed massage therapists are essential partners in health and wellness. From spas and wellness centers to medical clinics and private practices, massage therapists create meaningful change in the lives of their clients, one session at a time.

The Spring 2026 cohort has been waitlisted. Please contact Jessica Baker (jhbaker2@hagerstowncc.edu) with any questions.

Why Choose HCC’s Massage Therapy Program?

• Fast Track to Your Career: Become licensed in as little as 12 months.
• Hands-On Experience: Train in HCC's on-campus Student Massage Clinic, where you’ll work with real clients under the supervision of licensed massage therapists.
• Affordable Pathway: Eligible for scholarships and payment plans
• Career-Ready Skills: Complete the program prepared to enter a growing field with opportunities across healthcare, wellness, and beyond.

HCC's program includes:

• A thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and kinesiology
• Multiple massage modalities, including Swedish massage, spa therapies, deep tissue, neuromuscular therapy (NMT), sports massage, joint mobilization, and the clinical assessment of pain conditions
• A solid foundation in auxiliary massage approaches, such as lymphatic drainage, reflexology, energetic bodywork, and relaxation techniques
• A deep exploration of ethics, professionalism, and the business side of massage
• Consistent and regular training in the effective and efficient use of the body as a massage therapist - to support a long and healthy career
• A supervised clinical practicum, where students will apply all that they have learned in a real-world environment while receiving professional guidance and coaching

Course Requirements:

• Massage Therapy Theory I (HCE-207)
• Massage Therapy Hands-On Practice I (HCE-208)
• Anatomy, Physiology & Kinesiology for Massage Therapists (HCE-209)
• Professionalism, Ethics, & Jurisprudence in Massage Therapy (HCE-210)
• Massage Theory II (HCE-211)
• Massage Therapy Hands-On Practice II (HCE-212)
• Pathology & Contraindications of Massage Therapy (HCE-213)
• Massage Theory III (HCE-214)
• Massage Therapy Hands-On Practice III (HCE-215)
• Clinical Assessment & Documentation for Massage Therapist (HCE-216)
• Massage Therapy Supervised Clinical Experience Practicum (HCE-217)