are you ready to start a new career?

Prospective students who have been displaced from their job and/or want to make a career change, take certification courses together or consecutively.

Many of our students are working adults who have been out of school for a while. Some students including Director Mike McAleese started with Reflexology, so that he could "earn while learning".

SOHMAR has many OPTIONs Available including low finance fees and weekly or monthly payment plans!
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  • 10 Week Reflexology Certification to get back in the swing of school. Meets 1 day/eve a week
  • 9 month Fast Track Program meets 3/times weekly
  • 13 week Sports Massage Certification
    Meets 1 day/eve a week
  • Take 1 to 3 CEU classes per year to develop and enhance your skills (weekend classes avail)

Intro to Massage & Reflexology/To be announced

Objectives:
- How to get certified as a Reflexologist and licensed as a massage therapist
- Observe or participate in a massage therapy session of face head and neck/or reflexology on the feet.
- Brief History of Massage
- Question and answer forum. Review our program, job outlook, payment options.
This intro session is geared to show you how a massage is performed and answer your questions about becoming a massage therapist.
After attending this session, you may choose to register for FAST TRACK Massage Therapist Certification course.

Your Instructor:
Michael McAleese has been teaching and providing Massage and Reflexology to his clients for over 20 years. His true passion of teaching adults at SOHMAR is evident. He is excited to share this wonderful career to all. Come with questions, bring a friend!

Click here to rsvp: info@sohmar.com
OR CALL 630-968-7827

Objectives:
- How to get certified and licensed as a massage therapist
- Observe or participate in a massage therapy session of face head and neck.
- Brief History of Massage
- Question and answer forum. Review our program, Job outlook, Payment options, Get discounts on tuitiion.
This intro session is geared to show you how a massage is performed and answer your questions about becoming a massage therapist.
After attending this session, you may choose to register for the Reflexology or Massage course.

Your Instructor: Michael McAleese has been teaching and providing Massage and Reflexology to his clients for over 20 years. His true passion of teaching adults at SOHMAR is evident. He is excited to share this wonderful career to all. Come with questions, bring a friend!

Massage Therapy Certification


Reflexology #1

Reflexology #2



Click here to rsvp for intro class: info@sohmar.com

Massage Therapy- CERTIFICATION-600 Integrated clock hours

MASSAGE THERAPY - Approximately 44 weeks

This course is 600 hours/approximately 44 weeks of intensive training. Our classes are intergraded which means we cover all the required instruction; anatomy and physiology, pathology, massage techniques, kinesiology, business ethics and bodywork throughout the program. There are no pre-requisite classes to complete beforehand. Hands-on instruction begins on day one! We meet and exceed Illinois Licensure requirements and prepare you for state testing. Upon completion of this course you will receive a Certificate in Massage Therapy. Students participate in weekly client clinics and a variety of other outside events throughout their education to provide students with with "real world" experience.

Objectives:
- Learn hands-on holistic massage techniques
- Learn Anatomy and physiology, pathology as it applies to massage
- Learn the benefits and contraindication of massage
- Learn business ethics and how to start a successful career in massage
- Preparation for state testing and licensure

Class Requirements for 9 month program Day or Evening Class:
Total Hours: 15-18 hours per week = 600 Hours
Class Meets: Monday, Thursday, Saturday
Supervised Clinics: Wed night & Friday morning
Outsie Clinics: Sunday morning Praire Path in Summer
Times/Days: Monday and Thursday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm & Saturdays: 9:00 am- 3:00 pm
Times/Nights: Monday and Thursday 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm & Saturdays: 9:00 am- 3:00 pm
Homework: includes but not limitied to: Human Anatomy & Physiology, Kinesiology, Professional standards, assigned projects, hands on practice on friends and relatives

REGISTRATION FEE: $100.00

TUITION: $9,000.00
REGISTRATION & BOOK FEE: *$320 increase in book fees may change
STUDENT LIABILITY INSURANCE with AMTA: $20.00
our financial assistance program allows you to pay off your tuition after you graduate.


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SOHMAR OFFERS ON GOING CONTINUING EDUCATION CLASSES AND ALSO HOSTS OUTSIDE EDUCATORS!

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