Student Clinic

The Student Clinic Practicum gives senior students the opportunity to provide massage to the public under faculty supervision. Students report that the clinic is one of the most rewarding aspects of their training. As students see a wide range of clients, they identify their own strengths and growth areas. Students also apply the full range of massage techniques they have learned. Moreover, they begin to evolve their own unique styles. As a result, students acquire greater confidence and begin to see themselves as promising, professional massage therapists.

The Community Outreach component of the Practicum is inspired by Dr. Jay Scherer himself. Our founder was well known for his willingness to work with individuals from all walks of life. In this spirit, Scherer Institute encourages students to serve their practicum hours in service to local organizations to benefit those with special needs, such as the elderly, people living with HIV, and victims of domestic violence. Other students choose to volunteer for events such as the Women's Health Fair, Peace Day, Friends Forever (children living with cancer), and a variety of sporting events.

Client Testimonials from Student Clinic

"My student therapist was masterful in technique and has the best style I've ever experienced with someone at the beginning of their career. He will be very successful!"
L.C., 2009 Clinic client

"She is a gifted therapist - very professional, nurturing, confident. A great experience!"
D.C., 2009 Clinic client

Student Testimonial

“Student Clinic/Practicum built my confidence, and was a wonderful way to discover how much I'd learned and already begun to integrate. At the same time, some of my best learning happened as I was practicing with many different people, bodies and situations. The clients were appreciative and often got exactly the results they were seeking. It was great to feel the support of all my classmates and teachers, and to have opportunities to discuss questions and strategies in class - to have our own hands-on case studies. I left the school ready to work, and had a job within weeks.”

Andrea Fechter, 2007 Scherer graduate

Student Clinic
Call 505-982-8398
For an appointment
Sliding scale: $25 - $35

Tuesdays and Thursdays:
5:45pm and 7:15pm

Fridays:
9:15am; 10:45am
12:15 pm; 1:45pm; 3:15pm

"The clinic experience provided a vehicle to improve my confidence. More importantly, the experience also opened my heart. Healing is something that unfolds in utter mystery and unconditional positive regard for another human being."

Chris De Getmon
2007 Scherer graduate

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