College Profile: Virginia School of Massage

The core curriculum of the Baltimore School of Massage and the Virginia School of Massage is the 637 Hour Professional Massage Training Program. It includes an in-depth study of Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage and Myofascial Release Techniques as well as additional related modalities that add impact to the training. The student's study will include: anatomy & physiology, body movement in relation to body mechanics, expansion of the mind/body relationship, business building and ethics & professionalism. They are also required to do Student Clinic, and encouraged to participate in Community Outreach. The entire program is designed to refine the students' sense of touch [for palpation skills] and to synthesize all of the program elements. In this way, graduates will have obtained the skills and tools necessary to become professional qualified practitioners.

This program offers the most pertinent theoretical and practical components of skin care training. The theory component emphasizes the study of the function and structure of the body and skin, the latest body and facial treatments, dermatology, chemistry and product ingredients, business and career development, hair removal, electricity and salon safety. The practical portion of the program will develop the student?s dexterity, manipulative skills and confidence required to be an effective esthetician. This Basic Skin Care Program offers instruction in basic facials, makeup application, extensive waxing procedures, non-waxing hair removal and rapid exfoliants. Students will be using state of the industry equipment and will be exposed to exceptional guest speakers and faculty who are well renowned in their areas of expertise. This program meets the requirements set forth in the Board of Barbers and Cosmetology Laws and Rules 18VAC 41-40-190 through 18VAC 41-40-200, and offers reciprocity in 38 states.