Pacific College Offers New Massage Program

New York, NY - Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, New York is pleased to announce the addition of a massage therapy program. This new program will launch in spring 2006, and is expected to reach class capacity.

For over two decades the New York campus has graduated Oriental medicine students from its Master of Science in Oriental medicine and Master of Science in acupuncture degree programs. The massage program, already recognized in San Diego and now opening in New York, complements and expands on these tracks, integrating Asian and Western bodywork therapy. The massage program emphasizes Oriental medicine theory, addressing the body, mind, and spirit. The program allows students to sit for licensure exams to become a licensed massage therapist.

"Pacific College has a world-wide reputation for its acupuncture and Oriental medicine curriculum," said Gina Lepore, Chief Operating Officer of the New York campus.

"We're proud to add the degree program in massage therapy as an additional option for developing healers, using touch and a deeper understanding of Asian healing systems. With this new program, students choose the healing system best suited for their temperament."

The massage therapy program will include classes in anatomy and physiology, general pathology, myology/kinesiology, East/West massage, and clinic/practicum, as well as hygiene and safety. Students will gain an understanding of the Western and Eastern, the science and the technique. This continues Pacific College's tradition of training highly qualified practitioners, meeting and exceeding national standards.

Pacific College offers both graduate and undergraduate massage therapy degrees that can be taken as stand-alone programs, or can be combined with Master's degrees in acupuncture and Oriental medicine. Both undergraduate and graduate financial aid are available for combined programs, and alternative aid is available to all. Programs range from five to seven semesters (note that PCOM operates on three, four month semesters per year).

To learn more about New Massage Program, please contact Pacific College of Oriental Medicine at (800) 729-0941, or visit www.PacificCollege.edu.

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