Train at a CAMTC-approved school and qualify to practice massage statewide.
Graduates of our CAMTC-approved program are eligible for California Massage Therapy Council certification — practice anywhere in California. Federal aid + GI Bill® accepted.
Start your Massage Therapy application
Reserve your seat for the next class. An admissions advisor will follow up during business hours.
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From the table to a hands-on career in about 9 months
Hands-on from week one
Swedish, deep tissue, and therapeutic massage.
Real ACH graduates
Graduates have gone on to work in the field.
Real clinical hours
240 hours in a spa or rehabilitation clinic.
Inside the Massage Therapy program
Why students choose our Santa Ana Campus
Four reasons students choose ACH for massage therapy.
CAMTC-approved school
ACH is approved by the California Massage Therapy Council. Graduates are eligible for statewide CAMTC certification.
Hands-on from week one
Practice real massage techniques on tables in a studio-style lab, supervised by CAMTC-certified instructors.
Externship in a spa or clinic
Your training includes a 240-hour externship in a real spa, clinic, or rehabilitation setting before you graduate.
People-first career
Graduates have gone on to work in spas, chiropractic and wellness clinics, and rehabilitation settings.
Multiple ways to pay
Every Massage Therapy applicant is screened for federal aid, VA benefits, and workforce funding. Our Financial Aid Office reviews your options with you one-on-one.
Federal Aid (FAFSA)
Title IV federal financial aid. We help you complete the FAFSA at no cost.
VA / GI Bill®
Approved by the California State Approving Agency for Veterans Education. DOD Tuition Assistance also accepted.
Workforce Funding (WIB / WIOA)
Students referred by local Workforce agencies may receive reduced or fully-funded tuition. Ask admissions if you qualify.
Other paths
Worker's Compensation, Trade Adjustment Assistance, and periodic payment plans available.
From form to first day in 4 steps
Most students who submit the form today are in the next class. Here's the path:
Submit the form
Name and phone — takes 60 seconds.
Admissions call
An advisor follows up. Questions, start dates, funding eligibility.
Tour the campus
See the labs and meet faculty before enrolling.
Enroll & start
Sign agreement, finalize funding, arrive Day 1.
Learn from CAMTC-certified massage faculty
CAMTC-Certified Faculty
Massage Therapist & PT Aide Instructor (Santa Ana)
Certified Massage Therapist — CAMTC
Massage therapy at Santa Ana is taught by CAMTC-certified instructors who bring real clinical massage experience to the classroom.
Santa Ana Campus
Campus details
Designation: Non-Main
Address: 1840 E. 17th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: (888) 430-4224
VA approved: California State Approving Agency for Veterans Education
WIB partnership: Yes — eligible students may receive reduced tuition via WIB / WIOA partner agencies
What's on site
- Massage tables and chairs
- Therapeutic massage supplies and linens
- Hot stone therapy sets
- Anatomical models and charts
- Physical therapy exercise equipment
- CPR / AED training equipment (required on campus)
Enrollment questions
When does the next class start?
Classes start regularly at the Santa Ana campus. Submit the form to get the next confirmed start date from admissions.
How long is the program?
The program is 800 clock hours, completed in about 9 months. It is taught on campus (residential).
Do I need CAMTC certification to work?
CAMTC certification is not legally required for employment, but it is the only certification that lets you practice massage anywhere in California without individual city or county permits. ACH is a CAMTC-approved school.
Is there a background check?
Yes — a background check is required for enrollment, and CAMTC certification also requires a Live Scan fingerprint check.
How can I pay for the program?
Federal aid (FAFSA), GI Bill®, WIB / WIOA funding, and payment plans are available for eligible students. Contact admissions for current tuition information.
Ready to enroll at Santa Ana?
Submit the form and an admissions advisor will follow up during business hours.
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