The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Massage Therapy program is designed to provide students with the foundational and advanced technical skills to meet State of Arizona licensure qualifications and is designed to prepare students for employment as massage professionals. The field of massage therapy is a holistic profession focused on helping people improve their physical and emotional well-being. Partnering with instructors and fellow students in a hands-on learning environment, students will gain a deep understanding of massage therapy integrating classic techniques including Swedish, deep tissue, and therapeutic. Students will have opportunities in onsite clinical and classroom settings working with a variety of individuals. Upon completion of this program students will be prepared to work in a range of settings including private practice, physical therapy clinics, chiropractic offices, corporate/franchised spas, sports industry, and destination resorts. Credits earned in the CCL directly apply to the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Massage Therapy degree.
Maricopa Community Colleges is a community college system serving Tempe, Arizona, and surrounding communities through 10 colleges and 31 satellite locations. Its career-focused offerings span Certified Nursing Assistant, Cosmetology, Cybersecurity, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG), and Emergency Medical Technician training, among other fields. The system offers more than 600 degree programs, including associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, certificates, microcredentials, and accelerated programs. Educational options include university transfer partners and guided pathways, along with industry training and innovation initiatives connected to healthcare, information technology, construction, advanced manufacturing, hospitality, and other sectors. Maricopa Community Colleges also provides student support services and first-generation student resources as part of its broad educational model.