Massage therapy students learn how this healing art helps individuals recover from an injury or reduce stress and anxiety. Many individuals seek out massage therapy as part of a physical rehabilitation program, while others may choose massage as a way to relax and improve their health.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.

Part-time learning allows one to obtain a degree or qualification even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at one's own pace, gradually accumulating credits that count towards a final qualification.