Cognitive:
This may include, but is not limited to (depending on work setting), the ability to:

Program Accreditation
This program is authorized to operate by the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education. Most states, at this time, do not require this accreditation.

About the Distance Massage Therapy Program
Williston State College, in collaboration with Bismarck State College and Minot State University, has brought its Massage Therapy Program to Bismarck and Minot. Two options are available, a two-year Associate in Applied Science Degree in Massage Therapy and a two-semester Certificate program. All general education and pre-massage therapy courses may be completed at Bismarck State College, Minot State University, or other approved colleges. All course work for the program may be completed at either location. The massage therapy courses are being taught using the Interactive Video Network (IVN) and onsite training in Bismarck and Minot.

Program Costs
In addition to the usual tuition and fees as established by the State Board of Higher Education, students will be required to purchase their own massage table at a cost of approximately $500.00. Students will also incur other expenses related to additional fees, textbooks, and minor supplies.

Admissions Criteria
Admission into the Massage Therapy program is competitive. Along with acceptance to WSC, students must submit a massage therapy application. Acceptance into the program will be based on: grades in prerequisites courses, number of courses completed, and seats available in the massage therapy classes. Students must complete all required courses with the minimum grade of "C". Students pursuing a Certificate only, must complete BIOL 220 (Anatomy & Physiology I) and BIOL 221 (Anatomy & Physiology II) prior to entering the program.

Grades received in Anatomy/Physiology, Kinesiology, or Pathology, which are greater than 5 years old, will not be recognized as meeting program graduation requirements. Students will be given the option of passing a competence exam or repeating the course. Massage therapy theory or technique courses completed at institutions that are not part of the North Dakota University System cannot be used to complete program requirements.