Massage Therapy (Non-credit)

Proof of age as 18 years or older Proof of a high school diploma (copy of diploma), GED (copy of diploma), or college transcript (official or unofficial)  Proof of a current negative TB test (within six months) Proof of Hepatitis B immunization Attend a pre-enrollment telephone interview or attend an information session

All students must attend an information session or have a one-on-one pre-enrollment call with the program director prior to enrollment. To schedule, please email littletond@durhamtech.edu. Information session dates are listed below if any are scheduled.

The required uniform is black scrub pants, a Port Authority polo shirt in purple, and black, non-slip shoes.

Upon successful completion of the course, Durham Tech students are eligible to take the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam and apply for Licensure in North Carolina.

Candidates must pass both a content examination and a jurisprudence examination. Examination instructions state that in-state graduates must take the Massage Board Licensing Examination (MBLEx).

The MBLEx is administered by the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB). It is a multiple-choice examination, delivered via computer. Candidates can register online or submit their materials by mail. They should be prepared to remit a $265 fee. Approved candidates can schedule testing sessions through Pearson VUE; examinations are offered at testing sites around the nation.

North Carolina massage and bodywork licensure are governed by statutes, rules, and guidelines. View more information at the North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy web site. Individuals can verify information by contacting the Board.

The Massage Therapy Clinic open to the public for full body massages at a reduced cost. The Massage Therapy Clinic is staffed by Durham Tech Massage Therapy students, and students complete 100 percent of the work.

Please note that clients are required to wear masks in accordance with the College's COVID-19 guidelines.

Durham Tech has teamed up with NelNet to provide a tuition payment plan. This course also qualifies for financial assistance. The ConnectFunds grant deadline is 10 days prior to the class start date.

The registration deadline is 2 weeks prior to the class start date.  Students must submit proof of prerequisites prior to registration. Email massage@durhamtech.edu to learn how to submit prerequisites electronically and how to register.