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Ashmead College - Tacoma
Ashmead
College - Fife (Tacoma), Washington
Tacoma Campus
5005 Pacific Highway E
Suite 20
Fife, WA 98424
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Advanced Studies
Fitness
Massage
Spa and Aromatherapy
Ashmead College is built on the philosophy that
it's possible to make a difference and a good living.
That idea has been the focus since the school was founded as Seattle
Massage School in 1974. Since then, Ashmead College has built a
national reputation for its exciting, thorough curriculum, quality
of instructors, and graduate support services.
About The School
Ashmead College, then called Seattle Massage School, was founded
in September 1974 to teach massage skills to people wishing to practice
professional massage in the Puget Sound region of Washington State.
The first advanced course for continuing education was offered in
1977. Seattle Massage School was the first massage school in Washington
to be state licensed by the predecessor to the Workforce Training
and Education Coordinating Board, in 1982.
In response to growing demand for high-quality curricula over a
broader geographic area, the school opened branch campuses in Tacoma
in September 1991, Everett in June 1993 and in Vancouver, Washington
in January 1999.
Curriculum
Ashmead College provides an interactive learning environment with
a firm foundation in both practical and theoretical skills. The
objective of the four-term, 805 hour curriculum is to prepare students
to become successful massage practitioners. Fifth-term specialist
programs offer advanced skills within specific massage therapy career
pathways. All massage programs are nationally accredited by the
Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET).
In addition, the programs are approved by Washington State Board
of Massage.
Faculty
We've assembled an extraordinary team with diverse experience and
interests on the faculty of Ashmead College, with both a strong
foundation of theoretical knowledge and practical application. Our
instructors are successful, working massage practitioners and fitness
specialists who know how to apply knowledge to build a successful
business. Each of our staff has also received advanced training
on how to effectively teach these skills.
Advanced Studies
It's likely that your practice will ultimately settle on a specific
discipline that meets your interests and lifestyle needs. Fifth-term
specialties include clinical/sports massage therapy, aromatherapy/spa
massage specialist.
Student Services
Studying for a career in massage or Fitness can be very rewarding
-- and challenging. To make your study program a success, we offer
a wide variety of student services.
Financial Aid: Ashmead College offers Federal Financial Aid Programs
such as Pell Grant, Stafford Loan, and Parent/Plus Loan for students
who qualify, with a variety of payment options.
Tutors, Teaching Assistants, and Study Labs: Individual or group
tutoring is free. Whenever possible, we have volunteer teaching
assistants in all practical classes. Study labs begin the second
week of each term. LMP graduates of Ashmead College facilitate the
labs, utilizing educational books, videos, and anatomikins.
Supply Store: Each campus has a supply store stocked with items
to help meet the needs of students and Licensed Massage Practitioners.
Library Privileges: Each campus has its own lending library.
Student Clinic: A safe, professional clinic setting where students
learn by experience. Students identify key aspects of maintaining
a practice, problem solving difficult situation, the operations
and delivery of service with instructor supervision and support.
Students experience working with the public by providing massage
for clients on a weekly basis.
Honors: We recognize and celebrate superior work. Generally those
qualifying have completed the program in 12 months, attained a 3.5
GPA or better in all courses and met all other Ashmead College standards
of progress.
Professional Licensing and Spa and Aromatherapy
The spa industry is booming and resorts, spas, full-service salons,
clinics, and day spas everywhere are seeking well-trained Aromatherapists.
Graduates of the Aromatherapy and Spa program are thoroughly versed
in the history of Aromatherapy, the botany and chemistry of essential
oils, the blending techniques of 30 essential oils, as well as spa
therapies.
This specialty can be used to bolster your existing massage practice,
in complementary fields such as nursing or simply on its own. However
you use it, it can make a wonderful difference in your life.
Graduate Services
Once you graduate, Ashmead College provides job placement services;
one-on-one consultations, a graduate newsletter, business card and
brochure design assistance, cover letters, proposal writing, business
plan writing to help launch your practice or search for a position,
and other networking opportunities. All of these services are provided
to our graduates free of charge.
Our graduate services program works. Of all Ashmead College graduates
who sat for the Washington Licensure exam in 2001, 84 percent passed.
In addition, 78 percent of all 2000 graduates who responded to our
surveys found employment in the massage field.
Continuing Education: Continuing Education courses in a variety
of massage techniques and advanced massage treatments are available
to Licensed Massage Practitioners throughout the year. In addition,
workshops are offered throughout the year providing further educational
opportunities. Graduate speaker nights are networking forums and
special interest opportunities.
Graduate Newsletter: This publication includes listings of current
career opportunities, continuing education courses, and articles
about the massage and fitness professions.
Since 1974, Ashmead College has been providing students with the
education, tools and training to be successful in careers of health
and wellness. Ashmead College has five convenient locations in the
Pacific Northwest: Everett, Seattle, Tacoma, Vancouver, and Portland.
Ashmead College offers training in Massage through diploma courses
in: - Professional Licensing - Professional Licensing and Spa and
Aromatherapy - Clinical and Sports Massage Specialist
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