About the School

Mission

Academy of Massage & Bodywork, Inc. is a private, professional school with its primary objective being the training of career-oriented students to obtain certification from a state-licensed facility which is dedicated to the art and science of massage therapy, as well as educating the public on the health benefits massage therapy provides.

Commitment to Excellence

Academy of Massage & Bodywork, Inc. is committed to advancing the art and science of therapeutic massage and associated bodywork modalities.   We are committed to promoting alternative health care, and training professional therapists in therapeutic massage, ethics, business, personal development, and continuing education units, as well as providing an ABMP (Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals)   approved curriculum.

The AMB Advantage

AMB ensures that class sizes will be small, with a student-to-instructor ratio <= 10:1.   This provides highly individualized attention and instruction for all students.   Modality classes may have a higher ratio, as they are also open to the public and continuing education students.

AMB students have the opportunity to work as student interns in professional office settings as part of their required practice hours, enabling them to gain valuable hands-on real-world experience as massage therapists.

As of January 2009, Massage Therapy is a licensed occupation in Michigan.   AMB provides a curriculum which qualifies graduating students to sit for the National Certification Exam.   AMB students know that their education meets the same high standards as elsewhere in the nation.

Application & Enrollment Procedures

Those wishing to apply for enrollment may want to schedule an optional tour/ informational meeting as well as a massage appointment.   Call the school to schedule an appointment.

To apply, submit your Application with a $25.00 application fee and someone will contact you to schedule an entrance interview.   You must have received at least one (one hour) professional massage at AMB before your entrance interview.

The prospective student must agree to all terms and conditions set forth in the Student Catalog and recognize that the Catalog is in addition to and part of your student contract.

Upon acceptance to the program, a $500.00 deposit is required to hold your place in class.   This deposit will be applied to your tuition.   The balance of your financial arrangements will need to be completed before the first day of class and approved by the school Director.   AMB offers several payment plans and can help set up student loans!

Late registrations will be accepted through the first two weeks of school if there is still space available.

Admission Requirements & Prerequisites

1. Students must be over 18 (by license date).   Parental permission required if under 18 during training.
2. Students must have a diploma or GED (by license date).
3. Student must have a desire and willingness to learn.
4. Be physically capable of performing and receiving massage.
5. Be of good moral character.   No felonies.
6. Be self-motivated and responsible for your own learning.
7. Be able to speak, read, write and understand English.
8. Have received at least one (one hour) professional massage at AMB.

The school does not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, nationality, age, disability, marital status or sexual orientation.

To compare pricing and course length for massage schools in Michigan, please visit www.michiganps.net.

Students wishing to make a complaint to the State of Michigan may do so at www.michiganps.net.