Program Overview
Program Overview
A clear look at how massage therapy training is structured.
Program overview for Fuller School’s massage therapy training, including Level I, Level II, hands-on practice, program outcomes, licensing requirements, MBLEx preparation, and the school calendar.
Training is built in stages.
Students move from core training into advanced electives, then use that foundation to prepare for outcomes, licensing, and real client work.
Use the tuition calculator to get a realistic estimate based on your schedule, class selection, and program path. You can also use Quick Pick to see suggested day or evening training options.
Program Structure
Program overview: how training is organized
The massage therapy program is organized into clear stages. Students start with core training, continue into advanced electives, review expected outcomes, and understand how their education connects to Virginia massage license requirements.
Level I Core
Start with the foundation in anatomy, massage fundamentals, ethics, sanitation, communication, and safe client care.
View Level ILevel II Electives
Continue into advanced training with electives, specialty modalities, hands-on development, and flexible learning options.
View Level IIProgram Outcomes
See how the full training path prepares students for MBLEx readiness, hands-on confidence, and career-focused massage work.
View OutcomesLicensing Requirements
Compare education-hour requirements by state and see how Fuller School’s program fits into the licensing process.
View RequirementsView the Program Calendar for upcoming massage therapy classes, day and evening sessions, practice dates, instructor filters, and downloadable schedule options.
Step-by-Step
How everything connects
The program moves students through each stage in a logical sequence. The goal is to build knowledge, develop hands-on skill, prepare for the licensing exam, and understand the next steps toward becoming a licensed massage therapist.
1. Start training
Begin with foundational learning in anatomy, massage technique, sanitation, ethics, and client care.
2. Build hands-on skill
Practice massage techniques, develop body mechanics, and build confidence working in a professional setting.
3. Review outcomes
Understand the skills, habits, and career-readiness goals students should gain by completing the full program.
4. Plan for licensing
Use the licensing requirements page to understand education hours, state differences, and application planning.
Training Focus
What students learn
A strong massage therapy program teaches both technical massage skills and professional client care. Students learn how to understand the body, practice safe technique, communicate clearly, and create a comfortable experience for clients.
Anatomy
Understand muscles, body structure, and how anatomy connects to safe and effective massage practice.
Massage techniques
Learn pressure control, body mechanics, session flow, draping awareness, and hands-on massage fundamentals.
Client care
Build communication skills, professional boundaries, sanitation habits, and client comfort awareness.
Explore the Cluster
Go deeper into the program
These pages support the Massage School Overview pillar and give students a clearer view of the massage therapy training path, schedule, outcomes, and licensing planning.
Massage School Overview
Start with the main pillar page for the full school experience, program context, and admissions direction.
Program Calendar
Review upcoming class dates, schedules, practice dates, and downloadable calendar details.
School FAQ
Find answers about cost, schedule, admissions, expectations, licensing preparation, and student life.
External Resources
Helpful licensing and career resources
These external resources can help students understand MBLEx preparation, Virginia massage license requirements, and the broader massage therapy profession.
Virginia Board of Nursing
Review official Virginia applicant resources for massage therapist licensure.
FSMTB and MBLEx
Learn more about the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards and the MBLEx exam.
Massage therapy profession
Explore professional resources, career information, and massage therapy education support.
Ready to explore massage therapy training?
Start with the Massage School Overview for the full picture, then review the program calendar, forms, or contact the school with questions about schedule, tuition, and enrollment steps.