A new year can be a new beginning. A time to reflect on choices you've made this year, to start fresh. A time to make resolutions and a time to make changes. Why not begin the new year by beginning the journey to a new, exciting career in massage therapy?
Massage Therapy is a great choice because there is a real demand for qualified massage therapists! The U.S. Department of Labor predicts employment for massage therapists will increase by 23% by the year 2022. This is faster than average for all occupations. The reason for this is simple: people love getting massages and more and more people are getting massages on a regular basis. Doctors and other healthcare providers are not only recommending massage to their patients, but they're also hiring licensed massage therapists to work along side them to help carry out treatment plans for their patients.
New classes at IOTM begin on January 5th, just in time to start the new year and fulfill at least one of your New Year's resolutions. Call 419-523-9580 or toll free 866-897-0949, go online www.iotm.edu or stop by our campus at 311 East Market Street, 3rd Floor in Downtown Lima to begin the enrollment process today.
Stop putting off your future! Make a resolution today to become a licensed massage therapist...a rewarding career that's in demand!
29 December 2014
07 November 2014
Massage Event to benefit Toys for Tots
The Institute of Therapeutic Massage is hosting a massage event to benefit the Toys for Tots program on
Saturday, December 6th
10:00 AM-3:00 PM
Donate a new, unwrapped toy and you'll receive a
FREE 1/2-hour massage!!
Call 419-523-9580 to schedule your massage time.
We will also be accepting walk-ins. Limit one half-hour massage per person.
20 October 2014
Congratulations IOTM Class of Fall 2014
The Institute of Therapeutic Massage is proud to introduce to you, our newest graduating class. They completed our 900 hour massage program, earned certifications in numerous Career Enhancement Classes and 6 of them passed the Ohio state licensing examination, MBLEx before graduation!
IOTM's 900 hour program meets and exceeds the State of Ohio's (as well as most other states) requirements for massage licensure. Our massage program consists of:
The six students who passed MBLEx before graduation achieved this because they were prepared. We have a campus computer lab with a program installed on the computers that asks similar questions that may be on the MBLEx. Once you score at a certain level, an instructor will let you know you are ready to take MBLEx. IOTM has a 100% MBLEx passage rate and we believe this is one of the reasons why.
IOTM's 900 hour program meets and exceeds the State of Ohio's (as well as most other states) requirements for massage licensure. Our massage program consists of:
- Medical Terminology- 48 hrs.
- Anatomy & Physiology- 192 hrs.
- Muscles- 96 hrs.
- Massage Theory & Practical- 224 hrs.
- Pathology & Pharmacology- 48 hrs.
- Advanced Therapeutic Techniques- 96 hrs.
- Ethics- 24 hrs.
- Study Skills- 24 hrs.
- Business- 48 hrs.
- Career Enhancements- 100 hrs.
The six students who passed MBLEx before graduation achieved this because they were prepared. We have a campus computer lab with a program installed on the computers that asks similar questions that may be on the MBLEx. Once you score at a certain level, an instructor will let you know you are ready to take MBLEx. IOTM has a 100% MBLEx passage rate and we believe this is one of the reasons why.
02 September 2014
Finding the Right Massage School
Choosing the right massage school for you can be difficult, but it's probably the biggest factor in determining if you will have a successful career in Massage Therapy. Here are some factors you need to look at that can help you decide:
Accreditation- your school should be accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. IOTM is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. We are both institutionally and progamatically accredited.
Curriculum- While the above items are very important, if your main goal is to be a great massage therapist, you really need to examine the school's curriculum. Future employers will want to know what classes you took during your education. IOTM offers many classes that are not offered in the same way at other area massage schools, including our Career Enhancement Classes (CEC). Our CEC's include: Chair Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Hot Stone Body Massage, Cancer Massage, Sports Massage, just to name a few. These classes teach advanced massage techniques and take hours to learn effectively.
In addition to your massage diploma, you will receive certifications in all the classes you successfully participate in. These certifications will give you a competitive advantage when you're applying and interviewing for jobs after graduation. IOTM is the only area massage school who will offer you as a student, 100 hours of CEC classes, which are included in the program.
Also, our 600 series of classes, Advanced Therapeutic Techniques. In these classes, students will learn the most common soft tissue injuries and dysfunctions related to injuries and trauma. Students will have the opportunity to practice the proper techniques for these common problems during the lab portion of this class. The student will also learn specific protocols for treatment of conditions and injuries encountered in a massage practice, including strengthening and stretching advice for clients.
Employers may look to see if you took these classes specifically, especially if you're going into the medial field. Even if you choose to work in the spa industry, they may not ask if you've had these classes, but you're probably going to be a better massage therapist because of these classes.
Accreditation- your school should be accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. IOTM is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. We are both institutionally and progamatically accredited.
Curriculum- While the above items are very important, if your main goal is to be a great massage therapist, you really need to examine the school's curriculum. Future employers will want to know what classes you took during your education. IOTM offers many classes that are not offered in the same way at other area massage schools, including our Career Enhancement Classes (CEC). Our CEC's include: Chair Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Hot Stone Body Massage, Cancer Massage, Sports Massage, just to name a few. These classes teach advanced massage techniques and take hours to learn effectively.
In addition to your massage diploma, you will receive certifications in all the classes you successfully participate in. These certifications will give you a competitive advantage when you're applying and interviewing for jobs after graduation. IOTM is the only area massage school who will offer you as a student, 100 hours of CEC classes, which are included in the program.
Also, our 600 series of classes, Advanced Therapeutic Techniques. In these classes, students will learn the most common soft tissue injuries and dysfunctions related to injuries and trauma. Students will have the opportunity to practice the proper techniques for these common problems during the lab portion of this class. The student will also learn specific protocols for treatment of conditions and injuries encountered in a massage practice, including strengthening and stretching advice for clients.
Employers may look to see if you took these classes specifically, especially if you're going into the medial field. Even if you choose to work in the spa industry, they may not ask if you've had these classes, but you're probably going to be a better massage therapist because of these classes.
12 August 2014
Preparing for MBLEx
MBLEx, or Massage Bodywork Licensing Exam, is the test recognized by the State of Ohio that is taken by massage school graduates or students, in order to obtain their license to practice Massage Therapy. MBLEx is accepted in most states, including: Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky, Tennessee, Illinois, Pennsylvania and Florida.
The Institute of Therapeutic Massage has a 100% MBLEx passage rate. Every student we have sent to take MBLEx has passed it and can now obtain their massage licensure. The way we achieve this impressive statistic is by preparing our students for the test. Our on-campus computer lab has a testing program installed on each of the computers. Students take practice exams in order to find areas of weakness. Eventually, when they score high enough, the instructor will clear them and let them know they are ready for MBLEx.
Ten of thestudents in our last graduating class were cleared to take MBLEx and passed the test BEFORE they graduated. This allows them to get their state license much faster because that part of the requirement is fulfilled and all they have to do is send their diploma to the state once they officially graduate.
IOTM is fully committed to preparing you for your future career in massage therapy. We prepare our students for success!
The Institute of Therapeutic Massage has a 100% MBLEx passage rate. Every student we have sent to take MBLEx has passed it and can now obtain their massage licensure. The way we achieve this impressive statistic is by preparing our students for the test. Our on-campus computer lab has a testing program installed on each of the computers. Students take practice exams in order to find areas of weakness. Eventually, when they score high enough, the instructor will clear them and let them know they are ready for MBLEx.
Ten of thestudents in our last graduating class were cleared to take MBLEx and passed the test BEFORE they graduated. This allows them to get their state license much faster because that part of the requirement is fulfilled and all they have to do is send their diploma to the state once they officially graduate.
IOTM is fully committed to preparing you for your future career in massage therapy. We prepare our students for success!
25 June 2014
IOTM Graduate Jamie Hernandez, LMT
Jamie is IoTM's Administrative Assistant and she recieved her massage therapy diploma in March of 2008. Not only does Jamie assist in the day to day needs of IoTM's administration and instructors, she also performs the majority of the massages in our Professional Clinic.
While attending the Institute of Therapeutic Massage, Jamie became certified in Chair Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Reflexology, Infant Massage, Nerve Entrapment, Hot Stone Body Massage, Sinus Treatment Massage, but her real passion is Sports Massage. This passion brought her to the University of Northwestern Ohio, where she is currently working with the Athletic Trainers to gain experience.
Her love of massaging athletes also led to her to take required classes so that she can apply for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. Some of the classes she has completed are CPR and AED (Automated External Defibrillator). One more required class, First Aid, is needed and then Jamie will be able to submit her application to the Olympic organization. She has also been trained with Kinesiotape with The American Kinesiotaping Association and is working on getting certified.
Recently, Jamie was also selected as an Alternate Delegate to Ohio AMTA (American Massage Therapy Association). Her responsibilities include reviewing position statements made by the AMTA regarding policy and legislation. It involves research to be able to thoughtfully and critically review the position statements and getting feedback from other members. A well informed position statement allows AMTA to promote the massage profession, using scientifically based facts.
Jamie is asking for help to fund her travel expenses to and from the Olympic training and to Rio in 2016. You can donate by clicking HERE.
Jamie is a Thyroid Cancer survivor, so if her plans change and she is not able to use these funds or if there is more than she needs, she will donate the remainder to the Thyroid Cancer Survivors Association.
The Institute of Therapeutic Massage is proud of Jamie and all her accomplishments. We wish her much success during the Olympic interviewing process and wish her good luck in all her future endeavours. Great job Jamie!
While attending the Institute of Therapeutic Massage, Jamie became certified in Chair Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Reflexology, Infant Massage, Nerve Entrapment, Hot Stone Body Massage, Sinus Treatment Massage, but her real passion is Sports Massage. This passion brought her to the University of Northwestern Ohio, where she is currently working with the Athletic Trainers to gain experience.
Her love of massaging athletes also led to her to take required classes so that she can apply for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. Some of the classes she has completed are CPR and AED (Automated External Defibrillator). One more required class, First Aid, is needed and then Jamie will be able to submit her application to the Olympic organization. She has also been trained with Kinesiotape with The American Kinesiotaping Association and is working on getting certified.
Recently, Jamie was also selected as an Alternate Delegate to Ohio AMTA (American Massage Therapy Association). Her responsibilities include reviewing position statements made by the AMTA regarding policy and legislation. It involves research to be able to thoughtfully and critically review the position statements and getting feedback from other members. A well informed position statement allows AMTA to promote the massage profession, using scientifically based facts.
Jamie is asking for help to fund her travel expenses to and from the Olympic training and to Rio in 2016. You can donate by clicking HERE.
Jamie is a Thyroid Cancer survivor, so if her plans change and she is not able to use these funds or if there is more than she needs, she will donate the remainder to the Thyroid Cancer Survivors Association.
The Institute of Therapeutic Massage is proud of Jamie and all her accomplishments. We wish her much success during the Olympic interviewing process and wish her good luck in all her future endeavours. Great job Jamie!
10 June 2014
Career Enhancement Classes at IoTM
IoTM offers our students a variety of classes, where you can learn advanced massage techiniques and give you a competitive advantage when you're searching for your future career. These classes can be tailor made to fit your future career goals. For example, if you want to work in a nursing home after you graduate, you would probably want to sign up for our Geriatric Massage and Cancer Massage CEC class. If your goal is to work in the spa environment, some classes you might want to take are: Hot Stone Body Massage, Chair Massage, Clay or Paraffin Muscle Toning Facial Massage and Reflexology, like the students pictured below.
During our Reflexology class, students learn to "map" the feet. Each foot contains 7,200 nerve endings. These nerve endings have extensive interconnections through the spinal cord, brain, and, throughout the body. When your feet are massaged in certain areas, it has positive effects in other areas of your body. This explains why it feels wonderful to have your feet massaged.
Reflexology is just one of the many CEC classes you can experience while attending the Institute of Therapeutic Massage. IoTM is also the only area school that offers our students 100 CEC hours included in the program. Please take a tour of our Advanced Spa Massage CEC Classes and our Advanced Medical Massage CEC Classes and see which classes will fit best with your future career!
During our Reflexology class, students learn to "map" the feet. Each foot contains 7,200 nerve endings. These nerve endings have extensive interconnections through the spinal cord, brain, and, throughout the body. When your feet are massaged in certain areas, it has positive effects in other areas of your body. This explains why it feels wonderful to have your feet massaged.
Reflexology is just one of the many CEC classes you can experience while attending the Institute of Therapeutic Massage. IoTM is also the only area school that offers our students 100 CEC hours included in the program. Please take a tour of our Advanced Spa Massage CEC Classes and our Advanced Medical Massage CEC Classes and see which classes will fit best with your future career!
15 May 2014
IOTM Student Clinics
Once a week on Wednesday, our students and instructors open our doors to the public and hold Student Massage Clinics. Times of the clinics are 10:15-11:30 AM and 7:45-9:00 PM. The clinics are held at our school and all of the clients are supplied for the students; they do not have to find a location or their own clients. Keeping the clinics on site also allows for supervision by the instructor.
Our students start participating in clinics at week 12 or their education, after learning a full body therapeutic massage. Clinics are a great learning tool for our students, as they learn to ask medical questions and interact with the client during the massage.
We would love for you to attend our Student Massage Clinics and get a feel for what you may soon be taking part in at our school! Call 419-523-9580 to schedule your Student Clinic massage today!
Our students start participating in clinics at week 12 or their education, after learning a full body therapeutic massage. Clinics are a great learning tool for our students, as they learn to ask medical questions and interact with the client during the massage.
We would love for you to attend our Student Massage Clinics and get a feel for what you may soon be taking part in at our school! Call 419-523-9580 to schedule your Student Clinic massage today!
10 April 2014
From a Student's Perspective
Recent IoTM graduate Dorothy Daniel wrote a nice letter to our school that we would like to share with all of you. We hope it gives a little perspective about different aspects of our school and adds clarity to help you make an informed decision about where you should attend massage school.
“My experience at IoTM was the most exciting, life changing experience since I become a mother. From my first meeting with the enrollment officer to meeting new classmates, I knew IoTM was the school for me.
When I needed to take two weeks off prior to finals, the administration’s willingness to help me, enabled me to graduate on time. When I wanted to change my program length, they changed it with no problem!
The classes were both enjoyable and challenging. I was impressed with the range of required classes- they covered more than just the basics of massage. The student clinics were invaluable to me. They not only allowed me to practice on real clients, they also allowed me to incorporate what I was learning into the massage I was giving and I also got client feedback.
The CEC’s* offered at IoTM are also impressive. They also give you a valuable edge over your competition. The instructors make the classes fun, so it seemed like I was there for fun- not for class!
When it comes to the instructors, I can’t praise them enough. Their passion for massage and massage education shines through in their teaching styles. They encourage and engage you. They take the time to make sure you understand the concepts being taught both during hands-on and lecture.
I was blessed to have some of the most thoughtful, helpful and wonderful classmates. They helped make my time at IoTM unforgettable.
If anyone is considering massage for a career, IoTM will give you the education you need-- and more!”
*Career Enhancement Classes
“My experience at IoTM was the most exciting, life changing experience since I become a mother. From my first meeting with the enrollment officer to meeting new classmates, I knew IoTM was the school for me.
When I needed to take two weeks off prior to finals, the administration’s willingness to help me, enabled me to graduate on time. When I wanted to change my program length, they changed it with no problem!
The classes were both enjoyable and challenging. I was impressed with the range of required classes- they covered more than just the basics of massage. The student clinics were invaluable to me. They not only allowed me to practice on real clients, they also allowed me to incorporate what I was learning into the massage I was giving and I also got client feedback.
The CEC’s* offered at IoTM are also impressive. They also give you a valuable edge over your competition. The instructors make the classes fun, so it seemed like I was there for fun- not for class!
When it comes to the instructors, I can’t praise them enough. Their passion for massage and massage education shines through in their teaching styles. They encourage and engage you. They take the time to make sure you understand the concepts being taught both during hands-on and lecture.
I was blessed to have some of the most thoughtful, helpful and wonderful classmates. They helped make my time at IoTM unforgettable.
If anyone is considering massage for a career, IoTM will give you the education you need-- and more!”
*Career Enhancement Classes
17 February 2014
The Power of Touch
All human beings, from infant to elderly, need the power of touch to sustain us. So many of us go day to day, living our lives and not touching or being touched by others. You will not notice the effects right away, but lack of touch will eventually negatively effect your mood, confidence and even your health.
As a baby, you required touch from your mom and dad to develop both psychologically and physically. Infants who are touched on a regular basis gain weight and grow at better rates than those that do not. Massaging your baby can lower the levels of the stress hormone cortisol. At the Institute of Therapeutic Massage, we teach Infant Massage and you can become certified after enrolling and participating in this 7 hour career enhancement class. Infant Massage will be taught on June 3rd, and again on November 8th this year.
Adults also need to be touched, but it can be difficult to find the time. Touch can reduce your anxiety, lower your blood pressure, improve your outlook on life and bond you to your loved ones. All the more reason to get regular massages. The added bonus is that, as a Massage Therapist, you also benefit from giving the massage. The power of touch benefits the therapist in much the same ways as a massage client.
Our older population, unfortunately, receives the least amount of touch. Touch deprivation in old age is a very real problem and can lead to feelings of isolation, anxiety, pain, loneliness, boredom and helplessness. Perhaps you can make a difference in the life of an elderly person? IoTM also offers a Geriatric Massage Career Enhancement course. This 7 hour class is offered on March 4th and again on August 23rd this year.
As a Massage Therapist you can help people in so many ways with just the power of your touch. Start on the path to your new career in helping others today! There are many ways to contact us; call us at 866-897-0949, go on-line and fill out our form above or stop by today at the 311 Building in Downtown Lima.
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