Massage Therapy is widely recognized as an effective means of reducing the incidence of stress-related disorders and relieving soft-tissue pain and dysfunction. Massage Therapy is an important and respected part of the allied health and spa industries. The Therapeutic Massage program at Daytona Institute of Massage Therapy provides training in therapeutic massage with knowledge of the structure and function of the human body. Students receive training in allied modalities, hydrotherapy, law and ethics and the prevention of medical errors. The program prepares students for the Florida State Board examination for licensure. The licensed graduate is qualified for entry-level employment as a Licensed Massage Therapist. The licensed Massage Therapist may work in a Day Spa, Health Spa, Chiropractic office or other medical facility offering massage therapy. The graduate can demonstrate communication and employability skills and can apply professional and appropriate ethics to all areas of the job. The therapeutic massage program consists of a 56.5 – quarter credit hours and 720 contact hours of instruction and clinic practice. A diploma is awarded to a student upon successful completion of all graduation requirements listed in the catalog.