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Therapeutic Massage Certificate Program

Our Lady of the Lake College, Health Career Institute is pleased to announce the Complementary Therapies program. Complementary Therapies will provide Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas with well educated and qualified practitioners in Therapeutic Massage as well as a wide range of other complementary modalities from aromatherapy to yoga techniques. Applications now being accepted

Throughout much of medical history and elsewhere in the world, complementary therapies have been regarded as important components of healthcare. Complementary therapies incorporate the holistic approach of both caring and comfort as a part of the healing process. Recently, the health care community has shown a renewed interest in the clinical use of complementary therapies and in research on the clinical outcomes that can be achieved with these therapies. There is a place for the appropriate use of these therapies within the clinical practice of a number of diverse health care professionals. The growth of complementary therapies in the healthcare industry calls for programs of study that demonstrate academic excellence. Traditionally, such therapies have been taught in less structured educational environments in schools or apprenticeship programs. The introduction of this program of study in an institution of higher education will bring more credibility and quality to these growing treatment modalities.

Admission Requirements

The applicant must meet the following minimum requirements for admission to the Complementary Therapies program:

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
High school graduate with GPA 2.0 or GED score minimum of 50.
TABE Survey with score of 11 on reading and language
Transcripts from any prior college work completed
Letter explaining why the applicant is seeking admission to this program
Health and Safety requirements must be met before classes begin (physical exam, immunizations, TB skin test and drug screen.

Curriculum

Complementary Therapies is a 4 semester certificate program that is offered 3 times a year.

ENROLLMENT

Applications to the Complementary Therapies Programs are due according to the following schedule - Apply early since space is limited:

On or before July 1 for Fall
On or before Nov 1 for Spring

Please call (225) 768-1700 for application information.

Our Lady of the Lake College welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. All transcripts are reviewed on an individual basis, according to College policy, in order to determine eligibility and placement in the program. Equal educational opportunities are offered to all who meet entrance requirements, without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, creed, marital status or age.

FINANCIAL AID

The Our Lady of the Lake College Office of Financial Aid is available to all applicants to discuss eligibility for financial assistance. Please call (225) 768-1714 to schedule an appointment.

Applicants are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This Health Career Institute program is approved for the TOPS-Tech award. Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center also offers generous tuition reimbursement to qualifying employees.