Cortiva Institute
by Amanda Fornecker
Massage therapy is becoming commonplace among Americans today for relaxation, especially with the increase in the number of baby boomers. In its only, specialized program, Cortiva Institute offers a massage therapy curriculum that will ready its students for a career in massage therapy. Their mission: "To provide students with opportunities to challenge themselves to learn and grow academically, personally, and professionally."
"Alternative medicine is becoming more mainstream," notes Ted Havelka, vice president of admissions at Cortiva. "Twice as many doctors recommended massage last year than the year before. People are becoming interested in this as a career. It's good for people who are just starting out and for people who are looking for a career change."
With 13 campuses throughout the U.S. in cities like Chicago, Boston, and Phoenix, Cortiva offers students across the nation the opportunity to gain experience and a massage therapy education at their school. Classes will vary by location, but students will have the opportunity to receive a well-rounded education, getting a focus in anatomy, physiology and pathology, massage theory and practice, and interpersonal communication. And, says Havelka, you'll get the individualized attention you require, as classes at all schools are small.
"This is a mobile career, one in which there is career flexibility," says Havelka. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says that a massage therapist that works 15-30 hours per week is considered full-time. That also is true because massage therapy is a physically demanding career, in which students are on their feet all day.
In addition to classroom studies, Cortiva requires students to complete a clinic class, in which they get real-world experience. The public will come to the school, as students complete their required hours of experience. Upon graduation, students may access Cortiva's exclusive online job portal. There are over 4,000 employers registered on the site, says Havelka. "Graduates start practices, work at spas, and work at chiropractors' offices. We also help students who want to change their geography. The Cortiva name is well-known in the industry."
Cortiva wants to make sure that students find the school that best suits them, says Havelka. They have introduced "The Massage Therapy Little Book" (now available on their Web site) so that students may understand the career and what to look for in a massage therapy school. "It's not about Cortiva," says Havelka. "It's a look at massage therapy - past, present, and future. We want to give students the guidance on choosing a massage therapy school and what to expect."
The admissions process at Cortiva wants to make sure you are a great fit for their school, but they also want to make sure that they are what you are looking for. Once you request information, you'll talk to an admissions representative, visit the school, and complete applications and interviews. "Check out your options and be confident in your decisions," says Havelka. "If you think that this is for you, visit schools and go for it. The industry is so promising. It's a life-changing experience."
"Alternative medicine is becoming more mainstream," notes Ted Havelka, vice president of admissions at Cortiva. "Twice as many doctors recommended massage last year than the year before. People are becoming interested in this as a career. It's good for people who are just starting out and for people who are looking for a career change."
With 13 campuses throughout the U.S. in cities like Chicago, Boston, and Phoenix, Cortiva offers students across the nation the opportunity to gain experience and a massage therapy education at their school. Classes will vary by location, but students will have the opportunity to receive a well-rounded education, getting a focus in anatomy, physiology and pathology, massage theory and practice, and interpersonal communication. And, says Havelka, you'll get the individualized attention you require, as classes at all schools are small.
"This is a mobile career, one in which there is career flexibility," says Havelka. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says that a massage therapist that works 15-30 hours per week is considered full-time. That also is true because massage therapy is a physically demanding career, in which students are on their feet all day.
In addition to classroom studies, Cortiva requires students to complete a clinic class, in which they get real-world experience. The public will come to the school, as students complete their required hours of experience. Upon graduation, students may access Cortiva's exclusive online job portal. There are over 4,000 employers registered on the site, says Havelka. "Graduates start practices, work at spas, and work at chiropractors' offices. We also help students who want to change their geography. The Cortiva name is well-known in the industry."
Cortiva wants to make sure that students find the school that best suits them, says Havelka. They have introduced "The Massage Therapy Little Book" (now available on their Web site) so that students may understand the career and what to look for in a massage therapy school. "It's not about Cortiva," says Havelka. "It's a look at massage therapy - past, present, and future. We want to give students the guidance on choosing a massage therapy school and what to expect."
The admissions process at Cortiva wants to make sure you are a great fit for their school, but they also want to make sure that they are what you are looking for. Once you request information, you'll talk to an admissions representative, visit the school, and complete applications and interviews. "Check out your options and be confident in your decisions," says Havelka. "If you think that this is for you, visit schools and go for it. The industry is so promising. It's a life-changing experience."
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