Most federal financial aid programs do not cover our massage therapy training because they only cover courses of 700 hours and above. Some students have been able to get funding through other agencies.
Golden Sierra Job Training Agency
Some students have found funding through Golden Sierra Job Training Agency. Funding is available for people with low income in Placer, El Dorado, Nevada, and Yuba counties. Unfortunately Golden Sierra does not have offices in Sacramento County. Contact phone numbers are:
| Placer County |
916-652-0933 |
| El Dorado County |
530-621-5870 |
| Nevada County |
530-265-3201 |
| Yuba County |
530-741-6213
|
Vocational Rehabilitation Agencies
Some students have been able to get funding through Vocational Rehabilitation Agencies. This applies mainly to people who have had work related injuries, but can also apply to people affected by downsizing at their workplace. At Healing Arts Institute we will work with you and your vocational rehabilitation counselor to help you get the training you need.
Some vocational rehabilitation counselors have concerns about massage therapy as a profession for clients with back problems, however many people come into this field because of their own musculoskeletal problems. With instruction in proper body mechanics, and the availability of light weight massage tables, it is possible for people with back problems to pursue massage as a career. We will be happy to work with you and your vocational counselor if this is a concern.
Elk's Lodge Vocational Scholarship
This particular program has no age limitation and no scholastic requirements. The Scholarship is good for $2,000.00, that is $1,000.00 per year for two years. It is unique in that it is not intended for students who are going to attend a four year institution. It's purpose is to assist people who need some help qualifying for a living wage doing something that they have chosen to do.
A disabled student program is also available.
Massage Magazine scholarship program
Students seeking financial assistance may contact MASSAGE Magazine regarding their scholarship program at (800) 872-1282 or http://www.massagemag.com/schoolsProgram/scholarship.htm
American Specialty Health scholarship program
Contact American Specialty Health at http://www.ashproviders.com/Site/content/Scholarship/scholarship.aspx for their scholarship program information.
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