Colorado School of Healing Arts
Tel:
(303)986-2320
- The Colorado School of Healing Arts (CSHA) massage therapy curriculum has maintained an unwavering commitment to both the art and science of massage since 1986. Our educated, competent faculty train students to provide skilled, structured and safe touch in a nurturing environment, creating a relationship that joins people in a healing partnership. CSHA demonstrates it is a leader by developing nine (9) advanced training programs that are on the cutting edge of the industry and that meet the needs of an ever changing world community. CSHA graduates are favored among massage therapy employers. CSHA works with more than 1600 employers of massage therapists. Our mission is to offer high quality education and the opportunity for our students to experience their full potential and to develop the skills necessary in becoming successful massage therapists. Our method of instruction emphasizes self awareness and personal growth. This results in higher comprehension and effectiveness as a professional practitioner. Our well-trained staff engages students in a variety of innovative techniques designed to give a professional and compassionate approach to health care. We believe this field is a "service to humanity", and therefore provide assistance to students in creating a personal awareness for linking instruction received to their personal, spiritual and professional goals.
School Highlights
- Colorado School of Healing Arts serves 176 students (61% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is lower than the state community college average of 36:1.
- Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 36%.
- Colorado School of Healing Arts is one of 5 community colleges within Jefferson County, CO.
- The nearest community college to Colorado School of Healing Arts is Colorado School of Trades (3.3 miles away).
Top Placements
Colorado School of Healing Arts places among the top 20% of community colleges in Colorado for:
- Category Attribute
- Completion Rates Highest completion rates
School Overview
- The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Colorado School of Healing Arts | (CO) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | Four or more years |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 7 staff | 40 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 176 students | 1,643 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 25:1 | 36:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 107 students | 742 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 69 students | 901 students |
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| % American Indian/Alaskan | 1% | 1% |
| % Asian | 1% | 3% |
| % Hispanic | 9% | 17% |
| % Black | 1% | 5% |
| % White | 85% | 64% |
| % Non Resident races | - | 1% |
| % Unknown races | 3% | 6% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.27 | 0.55 |
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| College Completion Rate | 85% | 36% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $33,100 | $33,100 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Colorado School of Healing Arts is Colorado School of Trades (3.3 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Colorado School of TradesPrivate, for profit150 students | 3.30 Mi1575 Hoyt St
Denver, CO 80215
(303)233-4697 3.30150 - Westwood College-Denver SouthPrivate, for profit236 students | 3.50 Mi3150 S Sheridan Blvd
Denver, CO 80227
(303)934-1122 3.50236 - Colorado Heights UniversityPrivate, non-profit154 students | 3.90 Mi3001 S Federal Blvd
Denver, CO 80236
(303)937-4200 3.90154 - 8,112 students | 4.00 Mi13300 W Sixth Ave
Denver, CO 80228
(303)914-6600 4.008,112 - Lincoln College of Technology-DenverPrivate, for profit1,263 students | 4.40 Mi11194 E 45th Ave
Denver, CO 80239
(303)722-5724 4.401,263
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