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Admissions Requirements

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Soma’s Program Admission Requirements

Clinical Massage Therapy Diploma Program

Those considering massage therapy as a profession should possess a good character and display sufficient motivation and commitment to succeed in a program designed to produce clinical massage therapy professionals. Massage therapists must demonstrate a high degree of functionality in many areas, such as:

  • Physical stamina and fine motor coordination
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Trustworthiness and professionalism.

Candidates Must: 

  1. Be at least 18 years of age 
  2. Prior to the start of classes, provide documented proof of high school graduation or its equivalency; i.e.,  a copy of a high school diploma or a GED, a high school transcript, and/or written certification by a cognizant authority for home-schooled students. A student attestation of high school graduation, which identifies the name of the secondary school, location, and date of graduation, may be provided as proof of high school graduation only on a limited, exceptional basis.

The Soma Institute reserves the right to deny admission to an applicant who has been convicted of any felony. Failure to fully disclose all felony convictions as required by The Soma Institute application for admission constitutes grounds for the denial of admission. Note: Some Soma clinical education externships require criminal background checks and drug screening.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, or physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability. For the qualified handicapped student, facility and academic needs will be addressed on an individual basis by the Director of Admissions.

For requirements and more information about the Clinical Massage Therapy Diploma program, visit the course catalog here.

Health & Wellness Coaching Certificate Program

Those considering this opportunity should possess a good character and demonstrate sufficient motivation and commitment to succeed in a program designed to produce highly trained coaching professionals.

Candidates Must: 

  1. Be at least 18 years of age
  2. Prior to the start of classes, provide documented proof of high school graduation or its equivalency; i.e., a copy of a high school diploma or a GED, a high school transcript, and/or written certification by a cognizant authority for home-schooled students. A student attestation of high school graduation, which identifies the name of the secondary school, location, and date of graduation, may be provided as proof of high school graduation only on a limited, exceptional basis. 
  3. Have access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with a strong internet connection and camera functionality in order to get the maximum benefit of the program.

For requirements and more information about the Health and Wellness Coaching Certificate program, visit the course catalog here.

Is a Rewarding Career in Health & Wellness Right For You? Get More Info…

If you’re interested in learning more about careers in Clinical Massage Therapy or Health & Wellness Coaching and exploring whether the Soma Institute is right for you, fill out the form on this page to receive more information.

For immediate questions, call 312-939-2723.