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Objectives:
The training programs offered by Florida Academy of Massage & Skin Care are designed to prepare students for successful careers as Licensed Massage Therapists or Registered Florida Facial Specialists. It is our goal that:

Each student shall learn the basic concept of self-care and equip themselves to strengthen their own physical and emotional health.

Each student shall understand and develop sound study and work habits.

Each student shall have a thorough knowledge of the structure and function of the body as it relates to Massage and/or Skin Care theory and practice.

Each Massage student shall demonstrate proficiency and confidence in the basic Massage techniques of effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, cross-fiber, percussion and joint movements used in Swedish Massage. Each Skin Care student will demonstrate proficiency in Micro-Dermabrasion, Facials, Waxing, Masks, Body Wraps and Peels.

Each student shall be aware of the principles of Massage Therapy and/or Skin Care, knowing when to treat and when to refer.

Each student will develop the ability to effectively, safely, successfully and responsibly practice the art and science of massage therapy and/or skin care.

Each student shall be knowledgeable regarding business and communication skills.

Each student shall be aware of the career opportunities available and possess the knowledge to confidently manage a private practice and work in a supervised setting.

Philosophy:
Florida Academy of Massage & Skin Care recognizes that the skillful application of Massage Therapy or Skin Care techniques, by a Licensed Massage Therapist or Facial Specialist, can have a positive influence on the healing process. Toward this end, our goal is to assist students to achieve their fullest potential as an employed Massage Therapist or Facial Specialist.

School Approvals:
Florida Department of Education - Commission for Independent Education
325 W. Gaines St., Suite 1414, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400

Department of Health - Division of Medical Quality Assurance, Board of Massage Therapy
4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C06, Tallahassee, Florida, 32399-3256

Department of Business & Professional Regulation, Division of Professions, Board of Cosmetology
Northwood Centre, 1940 N. Monroe St., Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0790

Department of Employment - Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Florida Academy of Massage & Skin Care is approved to train clients eligible for Division of Vocational Rehabilitation benefits

Florida Department of Education - Division of Blind Services
Florida Academy of Massage & Skin Care is approved to train persons eligible for Division of Blind Services benefits

Southwest Florida Workforce Development Board, Inc.
Florida Academy of Massage & Skin Care is approved to train recipients of benefits from the Workforce Council of Southwest Florida, when the Council has funds available for Massage Therapy and/or Skin Care training.

US Veterans Training. State of Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs. PO Box 31003, St. Petersburg, FL 33731.

Environment / The Academy Campus:
Our campus is conveniently located in sunny Southwest Florida in Fort Myers. We are close to the Gulf beaches and enjoy sunshine and moderate temperatures year round. There is easy access from Interstate 75 and Southwest Florida International Airport. The school is located in The Colonial Center Shopping Plaza at 4387 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33966.

The campus is in a fast growing part of town with many career schools, medical offices and institutions of higher learning close by.

The school offers 7 private therapy rooms for the Professional On-Site Clinics, 2 independent Massage Classrooms, 1 large Skin Care Classroom, 1 Multi-Use Classroom and administrative offices.

The equipment used by Florida Academy of Massage & Skin Care is appropriate for professional training and consists of massage tables, massage chairs, bolsters, skeleton, hydrocollators, overhead projectors, video camera and monitor, televisions/VCR's, and medical charts depicting the various aspects of the human anatomy, as well as equipment for Micro-Dermabrasion, plus High Frequency and Galvanic machines as found in only the most prestigious and up-to-date spas, salons and medical offices.

The size of classes are limited and labs are sometimes augmented with an Instructor Assistant as needed. Small classes are beneficial in ensuring personal attention while maximizing personal growth potential.


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