Directions to EHOVE Adult Career Center: Situated mid-way between Cleveland and Toledo, EHOVE is easily accessible from all directions. We are located at 316 W. Ma-son Road and US Route 250 in Milan, OH just north of the Ohio Turnpike exit 118. The map shows all of the major connecting roads that lead to EHOVE Adult Career Center.

EHOVE Adult Career Center

Your Future...Your Career!

www.ehove.net

Massage

Therapy

Expert, Hands On Instruction

Individualized Training

Professional Training Atmosphere

Advanced Technology

Modern Equipment and Facilities

Portable Computer Lab

Economical Training Programs

Certified Training Programs

Customized Training

Financial Assistance

Flexible Training Schedules

Career Guidance

Employment Services

Convenient Location

EHOVE Career Center offers...

EHOVE Adult Career Center Office Hours:

Monday through Thursday 8 am to 9 pm

Friday 8 am to 4 pm

Work in

Doctor’s Offices

Physical Therapy Clinics

Health Spas

Fitness Centers

Long-Term Care Facilities

Your Own Practice

Salons

Hospitals

Benefits of Massage

Increased immune system functions

Increased heart and lung function

Decreased fluid retention

Improved joint and body movement

Relaxation

Improved posture

Increased circulation to skin and organs

Entrance Requirements

Entrance testing

State application form and fee

18 years of age or older

Personal interview

High school graduate or GED

Physical exam and health form

Professional massage

You’ll learn about…

Massage Theory

The study of the specific effects of massage on the human body

for the purpose of enhancing health and well-being. Includes

patient assessment, office procedures, ethics, and hygiene.

Massage Practice

Learning the appropriate massage techniques and procedures in

the proper sequence to help achieve client homeostasis.

Anatomy

The study of the structure of the body. The student of massage

needs working knowledge of all the structures of the body with

emphasis on the skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular and

lymphatic systems.

Physiology

The study of the functions of the body. As with anatomy empha-

sis is placed on the functioning of the skeletal, muscular, nerv-

ous, cardiovascular and lymphatic systems.

When and Where:

856 hours of instruction held at EHOVE Adult Career Center.

Available in a 12-month full-time or an 18-month part-time pro-

gram.

Licensure

Curriculum is approved by the State Medical Board of Ohio.

Graduates are eligible for state testing through the State Medi-

cal Board of Ohio offered in June and December.

Financial Aid

EHOVE Career Center will guide eligible students through the

Financial Aid process. To find out if you qualify, contact our

Financial Aid Office at x-213.

Massage Therapists...

316 W. Mason Road

Milan, OH 44846

Phone: 419-499-4663 x-280

419-627-9665 x-280

866-256-9707 x-280

Fax: 419-499-5391

www.ehove.net

EHOVE Adult Career Center

12 Month / 18 Month

MASSAGE THERAPY

PROGRAM

INFORMATION PACKET

PROGRAM INFORMATION The Massage Therapy program is designed to provide basic instructional information for entry level to the Massage Therapy profession. The program meets the criteria and is certified by the Medical Board of the State of Ohio. Anyone who is over 18 years of age and has completed his or her high school education or equivalency is eligible to apply for the program. The program is 856 hours of instruction. Classes will begin in August and end the following August for the 12 month program and October 2012 through April 2014 for the 18 month program. A student clinic is open to the public to provide an instructional experience. Students who successfully complete the program will be eligible to take the State Medical Board of Ohio licensure examination.

PHILOSOPHY To prepare well-trained, ethical and professional persons to enter the

field of Massage Therapy. To graduate well prepared candidates for the State Medical Board of

Ohio Massage Therapy licenser examination.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Applicants for the State Medical Board of Ohio licensure will be required to provide a FBI/BCI background check and additional documentation if convicted of a felony or have a history of chemical/substance abuse.

Be advised arrests, charges or convictions of criminal offenses may be cause to deny or limit licensure or employment opportunities in specific careers and occupations. Refer to rule 4731-4-02(D) of the Administrative Code for factors the State Medical Board of Ohio may consider when reviewing the results of a criminal records check.

COURSE OF INSTRUCTION EHOVE ADULT CAREER CENTER MASSAGE THERAPY PROGRAM

HOURS

Introduction to Computers 24 Student Success Guide Program 24 Massage Therapy: Introduction/Theory 120

Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology I 120 Massage Procedures I 120 Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology II 120 Massage Procedures II 120 Clinical Experience 88 Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology III 120

PROGRAM TOTAL 856

ADMISSION PROCESS Program acceptance steps in necessary order: Informational Sessions: Attendance at one of the informational sessions (no charge) is a prerequisite to proceed with the Massage Therapy Program. These sessions will address questions and concerns related to the Allied Health Careers Programs. A check list of requirements will be distributed at this session. Please call extension 280 or 231 to schedule your session.

I. Pre-entrance Exam: $81.00 (non-refundable) Testing Fee (Credited toward tuition)

A pre-entrance exam is required of all applicants. Areas and scores are as follows: Math (3), Reading (5), Locating Information (4), Language (10th), and Spelling in the 50%ile. The enclosed flyer gives details of times and dates. Please call extension 295 or 231 for an appointment to take the exam. After the exam, an appointment will be made for you to review your scores with the school counselor.

II. EHOVE application and processing fee (non-refundable) Each applicant must submit an application* along with a fee of $50.00 cash, check or

money order, payable to EHOVE Adult Career Center. III. School Records

Send the Request for Student Records* form to the high school from which you graduated or are now attending. They will send your transcripts to the EHOVE Adult Career Center. If high school equivalency was established through GED testing, bring a copy of your GED certificate.

IV. Physical Examination

All applicants are required to obtain a physical from Firelands Corporate Health prior to starting to the program. Call (419) 557-5052 to schedule an appointment. The cost of the physical is ± $52.00.

V. Professional Massage Schedule a massage with a therapist licensed by the Medical Board of the State of Ohio, complete and submit the Professional Massage* form.

VI. Orientation

A mandatory orientation session will be scheduled. VII. Criminal Background Check (BCI)

All applicants must complete a criminal background check (BCI) from EHOVE Career Center at the Board of Education office in F building. Contact Donna or Teresa, Monday through Friday 8am-4pm. Cost is $25.00, cash or checks payable to EHOVE Career Center are accepted.

If class fills, applicants will be placed on a waiting list. Openings occasionally become available when students decide at the last minute not to attend. * Forms enclosed

Full Time – 12 Month Part Time – 18 Month

MASSAGE THERAPY PROGRAM Admission Application

($50.00 non-refundable processing fee Payable to EHOVE)

PLEASE PRINT ALL INFORMATION Full Legal Name_______________________________________________________________________________ Last First Middle

Address_____________________________________________________________________________ Street City State Zip County Telephone (____)___________ (____)________________ Social Security Number_________________ Home Work

EDUCATION Name of High School City & State Subject /Major From To

Do you have any formal education or training beyond high school? yes no If yes, list below. Name of School City & State Subject /Major From To

WORK OR VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Are you currently employed? yes no If yes: Employer Address Position Hire date

For office use only:

Date rec’d: __________

Payment: ___________

___________

Previous Experience: Work or Volunteer location City & State Position From To

If you are considering a career in Massage Therapy, it is critical that you understand the type of work this entails. Having experienced a professional massage is a key to this understanding.

Write a brief paragraph about your experience with Massage Therapy.

Write a brief paragraph explaining why you are pursuing a career in Massage Therapy.

I certify that have read and understand the information contained in the information packet and the information provided on this application is complete and accurate. Any incompleteness or inaccuracies may result in cancellation of application.

Signature of Applicant: ____________________________________________________________

Request for Student Records

To: ___________________________________________

(Name of School Attended)

___________________________________________

(Address)

___________________________________________ (City) (State) (Zip)

Please send a transcript of my records and a copy of this form to:

EHOVE Massage Therapy Program 316 West Mason Road Milan, OH 44846

___________________________________ _________________________ (Print name while in school) (Current Last Name)

___________________________________ __________________________

(Date last attended) (Birthdate)

_______________________________

(Social Security Number)

If there is a transcript fee charge, bill me. __________________________________________________

(Applicant’s Signature)

__________________________________________________ (Parent or guardian’s signature if under age 18)

__________________________________________________

(Street Address)

__________________________________________________

(City) (State) (Zip)

______________________ (Date)

Applicant’s Name:

Massage Therapy Program 316 West Mason Rd. Milan, OH 44846

VERIFICATION OF PROFESSIONAL MASSAGE It is important that you have an understanding of the profession that you are intending to study. Arrange to have a massage from a therapist licensed by the Medical Board of the State of Ohio. (LMT) After your massage, take a few minutes to ask the therapist the following questions, summarized their answers in the space provided and have the therapist sign the bottom of the form. What resources will I need during school? (time, energy, support from family friends, etc.)

___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ How was the Medical Board of the State of Ohio licensure examination?

________________________________________________________________________________ What do you like about being a Massage Therapist? ____________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________

What is the most difficult part of being a Massage Therapist? _______________________________

___________________________, LMT ____________________ OSMB license number ____________________ Date

Monday Mornings

@ 9 am

Thursday Mornings

@ 9 am

Tuesday Evenings

@ 6 pm

Every Monday (except

August 26, 2013, Septem-

ber 2, 2013, December 23

& 30, 2013 and January 20,

2014)

August 22, 2013

Tuesday Mornings

@ 9 am

January 21, 2014

July 9, 2013

August 6 & 20, 2013

September 10, 24, 2013

October 8, 2013

November 5, 2013

December 3, 2013

January 7 & 28, 2014

CAREER

TESTING

Career testing is required for most of our instructional programs. Testing must be scheduled

before class begins and may include measures of interests, abilities and work values. For

most courses, a fee of $54.00-$81.00 is due the day of testing and will be applied toward

tuition. Testing lasts approximately 2 to 3 hours. Please make sure to bring a photo ID

with you.

Career Testing is offered the following dates and times:

PLEASE CALL TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT

419-499-4663 OR 419-627-9665, EXT. 280 - Toll Free at 866-256-9707

WEBSITES WITH FREE PRACTICE ASSESSMENTS

Visit our website at www.ehove.net/adult-education/student-services/career-testing for direct links to these sites:

WorkKeys Testing (Applied Mathematics, Locating Information, & Reading for Information

www.michigan.gov - enter “Preparing for the WorkKeys Assessments” in the search engine and click on the “PDF Preparing

for the WorkKeys Assessments” This website gives test preparation instructions along with sample questions at all levels for

each test.

www.learnatest.com/LEL– Click on “Workplace Skills Improvement”, then click on “WorkKeys Preparation”. Full length

sample tests in mathematics and reading are available.

www.act.org - Click on “Products” and then “ACT WorkKeys”. Scroll down to “Test Taking” and click on “Sample Ques-

tions”.

Math, Reading, & Grammar

www.learnatest.com/LEL/ - Click on “Skill Building for Adults”. Choose “Math and Reasoning Skills Improvement” or

“Writing and Grammar Skills Improvement”. There are a variety of different areas and levels in which to test. It gives imme-

diate results after you complete each test. You will need to set up a login, click on Workplace Skills, Improvement Tab,

WorkKeys Preparation.

www.wolframalpha.com - This is a great computational-knowledge website. Enter an equation and it shows the results and

how it achieved the answer.

Language & Spelling

www.usingenglish.com - has short exams in a variety of language & spelling skills.

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/vivian.c - a variety of spelling assessments with a self-checking system.

Typing

www.atypingtest.com - Click on “Typing Tests”. A variety of subjects are offered in 1-minute timed writings.

www.sucss.state.il.us - Click on “Practice Typing Test”. Go to the “Practice Options” box. This is a 5-minute typing test.

www.typeonline.co.uk- Click on “Speed Test”. To start, click on the “start the clock”, type in the typing box, then click on

the “stop the clock”. Your typing speed will then report at the bottom.

WorkKeys

Applied Locating Reading Written

Program name Math Information For Info Language Spelling Typing Matching Paragraph Dexterity

Public Safety

Emergency Medical Technician X X X

Firefighter X X

Paramedic X X X X X X

Police Academy X X X X X X

Cosmetology/Culinary

Cosmetology & Manager X X X X

Culinary X X

Dietary Technician X X

Health

Licensed Practical Nurse X X X X

Massage Therapy X X X X X

Medical Assistant X X X X X X

Medical Administrative Specialist X X X X X X

Patient Care Technician X X X X X X

Surgical Technician X X X X

Business/Industry

Automotive Technician X

Electrical Technician X X X

Industrial Technician X X X

Machining Technician X X X

Marine Trades Technician X X X

Professional Business Specialist X X X X X X

To assist you in preparing for the Career Testing, the following chart explains which tests are administered

for each program:

CONVENIENTLY LOCATEDh

Midway between Cleveland and Toledo, EHOVE is easily accessible from any direction. Located on US Rt. 250 and Mason Road, we’re just minutes from Ohio Turnpike Exit 118.

Exit 118

Exit 118

316 W. Mason Road Milan, OH 44846