12923 Venice Blvd.
Los Angeles, California 90066

Located in Los Angeles, California, Doctor's Massage School is a vocational school that educates and trains future massage therapists. The mission of the California school is to prepare students to work in a professional and supportive setting, whether in medical clinics, health clubs or private practice. The curriculum at Doctor's Massage School combines hands-on learning with classroom lectures and discussions.

Doctor's Massage School offers a 300-hour basic massage program that prepares students to take the Los Angeles massage therapy licensing examination. In Los Angeles, students only need 300 hours to become licensed. The program at the California school includes 100 hours of lecture and discussion, 100 hours of lab work and a 100-hour clinic practicum. Not only will students at Doctor's Massage School receive a broad knowledge and education in theory, but students receive hands-on experience under the supervision of a doctor of chiropractic.

During the theory portion of the program, students at Doctor's Massage School learn massage history and theory, pathology, anatomy and physiology, public health, terminology, and ethics and business aspects. The lab section teaches application of massage techniques. Finally, the clinic practicum gives students the opportunity to work in a clinical setting with clients.

Quick Facts

Classes at Doctor's Massage School are held Monday through Thursday. Morning and afternoon classes are offered.

In order to attend Doctor's Massage School, students must be at least 18 years old, be able to physically perform massage and be able to understand English. The California School does not offer ESL classes.

Students at Doctor's Massage School are expected to have a high standard of personal hygiene, attend class regularly, participate in class and complete homework assignments.

After completing the program at Doctor's Massage School, students will know basic anatomy and physiology, understand how organ systems work and function, understand physiological and mechanical effects of massage, and be able to perform a full body massage in less than one hour.

This school profile has been compiled and updated by The CollegeBound Network. The school is not affiliated with The CollegeBound Network and shall not be considered a sponsor of this program.