Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is a rewarding career for those interested in holistic health and helping others improve their well being. Flexible schedules and work settings available.
Ridgewater students build foundational skills to work in spas, clinics, wellness centers, or unique settings like cruises or resorts.
Students will learn skills in:
- Anatomy, physiology, communications, business, and professionalism
- Relaxation and therapeutic techniques, including hot stones and more
Relax & Reconnect: Partner Seated Massage Workshop (FREE)
Learn a simple back massage routine you can use at home! Come as a pair. Couples, friends, family members or anyone that wants to connect and learn together.
You will learn:
- Simple, effective seated back massage routine
- Easy techniques you can use right away
- How to use pressure
- A fun, hands-on experience with your partner
Saturday, May 23 from 10 am – 12 pm on the Willmar Campus (Enter Door 47)
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Tuesday, May 26 from 6 – 8 pm on the Hutchinson Campus (Enter Door 21)
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- 33 credit diploma
- 60 credit degree
- Hutchinson & Willmar campus
- Start in fall
Program Delivery
Program start is fall only.
Hutchinson campus
- Mon (3:30–8:30 pm) virtual
- In person
- Tues (10 am–3:30 pm)
- Fri (9:45 am–4:30 pm)
Willmar campus
- Mon (3:30–8:30 pm) choice of virtual or in person
- In person
- Wed (3:30–8:30 pm)
- Sat (8:15 am–3 pm)
Program Cost*
Tuition/Fees
- AAS Degree: $12,671
- Diploma: $6,949
Additional costs
- Books: $783-802
- Average massage table and scrubs: $570
- Special course fees: $49
Program Highlights
- Student Massage Center
- 30- or 60-minute massage by students for training.
- Choose between relaxing or therapeutic.
- Complimentary hot stone therapy available.
Careers & Jobs
- Massage Therapist
