Why Should I choose Classic Touch?
Classic Touch offers a toolbox of massage therapy skills giving the student a competitive edge.  These skills are appropriate for private practice, a workout/fitness facility, spa, medical, chiropractic, and event specific sports and athletics.

Why are our students and alumni so excited about Classic Touch?
The student who completes the program at Classic Touch is excited, motivated, and prepared for a career as a massage therapy professional.  Opportunities abound for professionals who offer a variety of skills and qualifications to their communities.  Our curriculum is always current and based on the latest research.  Life skills are refined and focused through the 512 hour experience.  Confidence and poise are acquired as a result of the Classic Touch structure.

Why is Classic Touch curriculum unique?
Classic Touch curriculum offers a wide range of skills and techniques for clinical application as well as current approved academics on a well rounded massage therapy education.  We teach in 5 modules:  Basic Knowledge including practice management; Anatomy, Physiology, & Pathology; Sports Massage Techniques; Reflexology and Acupressure; Advanced Techniques and Clinical Remedial Massage. Click here for a detailed description of each module.

How well do your students' do on the National Test required for licensure?        
We are proud to report that ALL of our students passed the National Test administered by NCBTMB.   100% of our students have passed to date compared with 69% passing in Illinois and a 70% passing nationally.  As our student, you will have access to a variety of study tools to help you prepare for the test.

What is Burlison Bodywork®?
Burlison Bodywork® is a method of bodywork incorporating both East/West ancient and current modalities enabling the Massage Therapist to give a truly therapeutic massage.  The result is a balanced, integrated mind-body-spirit experience that gives the client a superior massage experience.  It's why our massage clients tell us its the best massage they have ever received.

Do you offer financial aid?                                     
Classic Touch offers student loans through Sallie Mae (repayment after school extended out 15 years if needed), individualized payment plans, and the GI bill. We work very closely with the Veterans Administration for school financing through the GI Bill, and with the State of Illinois Job Center (WIA) for school funding for displaced or laid-off workers.   See Financial Assistance

How long is the Therapeutic Massage course?
The main course needed for licensure as a massage therapist is 512 class hours, divided into 100 hour modules.  This is normally taught at 14 hours a week resulting in a 9 month course length.  There are some variations in class length for night classes, or for accelerated learning.  The State of Illinois mandates that the clock hours be at least 500 hours in certain subjects.  We adhere to these requirements, and add more time in business/practice management and entrepreneurship.

If I miss class, can I make it up?                                                
Yes, class days or hours missed can (and must) be made up. We try to have make up the same week if possible.  Each 100 hour module must be complete and the final written and massage test passed before the student can move on to the next module.

Do I need a license to practice massage therapy?
The State of Illinois mandates that to practice massage therapy you must be licensed.  To obtain a license, you must have completed at least 500 hours from an approved school (we are one), and you must pass the national test currently conducted by NCBTMB

How do I get a license?
You must fill out an application with the Division of Professional Regulations, State of Illinois. This link to the State website will provide you with all pertinent information, including the license application to download.  The State requires that you satisfactorily complete 500 hours from an approved school and receive a Certificate, and that you pass the National Test administered by NCBTMB prior to submitting an application for licensure to the State.

Want kind of job will I be qualified for getting my license?                   
Upon licensure, you will be qualified to enter the business sector, the Complementary and Alternate Medicine sector, or more traditional medical application of massage therapy.

What credentials does Classic Touch have?                         
We are approved as a private vocational school by the Illinois State Board of Education, and have a license to operate issued by the Illinois State Superintendent of Education.  In addition, we are on the Council of Schools of the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP), and are a recognized school by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)