Admission Criteria

Arbor has an open admissions policy; however, admission to the Clinical Massage Therapy diploma program is entirely at the discretion of the school. Class size is limited in order to maximize the quality of training and personal interaction. Due to the individualized nature of instruction, enrollment is limited and all applicants must meet the following basic requirements:

Age – Must be 18 years old or older.

Education – Must have either a high school diploma or GED certificate.

Application – Must complete application form, non-refundable application fee, a transcript request form.

Language – Be able to read, write, and communicate in the English language.

Eligibility – Must be legally entitled to live and work in the United States.

Interview – A personal interview to discuss the program in depth and tour of the facility are recommended.

Legal – Students may not have been convicted of prostitution or sexual misconduct offenses.

Performance –  Be able to perform and receive massage safely on a regular basis.

NOTE: Students using the GI Bill® benefits should contact the school at 865-450-3330 for instructions prior to submitting their application.