Sports Massage Specialist (CEC)

Major code:  3455
Health and Public Services Division   
Therapy & Wellness Programs Department

The catalog in force is assigned to students based on the academic year they first applied to the college, and changes only when students change their major or request the change in writing.  Refer to Policy No. 3357:15-13-28.

2026-27 Catalog
Effective Summer 2026

Some courses listed within the program may require a prerequisite or co-requisite.
Pre/Co-requisites will be listed within each course hyperlink below.
Refer to Policy No. 3357:15-13-04 and 3357:15-13-05

BIO123Principles of Human Structure and Function 15
MAS121Massage Therapy I5
MAS231Sports Massage2
NTR121Nutrition for Health3
PHL122Ethics3
EXS110Anatomy of Exercise4
Total Hours22
1

BIO121 Anatomy and Physiology I and BIO122 Anatomy and Physiology II can be substituted for BIO123 Principles of Human Structure and Function.

Student Advising Notes

Academic Advising

Students should make an appointment to see their advisor before registering for classes each semester. They should have prepared a completed registration form, including courses they wish to take, prior to this meeting.

Plan of Study Grid
First SemesterHours
BIO123 Principles of Human Structure and Function 1 5
PHL122 Ethics 3
MAS121 Massage Therapy I 5
 Hours13
Second Semester
EXS110 Anatomy of Exercise 4
MAS231 Sports Massage 2
NTR121 Nutrition for Health 3
 Hours9
 Total Hours22

The classes in this certificate also apply toward the completion of an Associate of Applied Science in Massage Therapy (3453).

Program Learning Outcomes

This program is designed to prepare students to demonstrate the following learning outcomes:

  • Display the ability to perform a competent intake including evaluation and assessment for advisability of massage.
  • Display the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with other health care providers.
  • Be able to design and deliver appropriate treatment plans and evaluate outcomes.
  • Be knowledgeable in understanding the physiological effects and therapeutic applications of treatment.
  • Understand indications and contraindications for application of therapeutic massage and when to refer.
  • Practice with proper hygiene, sanitation, and safety.
  • Cultivate professionalism and ethical behavior and comply with scope of practice