Antonelli College

The College began as the Gebhardt Art School in 1947 with a philosophy of educating the total artist, based on the fundamentals of craftsmanship. In the mid-1970s, the College was renamed the Ohio Visual Art Institute, and in 1982 it became Antonelli College. During the 1990s, academic programs were added in business office technology. Since January 1996, additional locations in Jackson and Hattiesburg, Mississippi have been opened, with an added emphasis in the medical field. These branch campuses have continued the long-standing tradition of quality career education.

The primary goal of Antonelli College is to create an environment that prepares each graduate to become a qualified professional and a well-rounded individual. Antonelli College offers the quality training that is essential if students wish to acquire the skills necessary to gain a competitive edge in the business world today.

Hattiesburg Campus

Located just a few miles north of downtown Hattiesburg and less than an hour from Gulfport on State Highway 49, Antonelli College - Hattiesburg boasts a newly renovated state of the art facility in which students learn the skills and tools they need to succeed in their chosen field.

Students at Antonelli College - Hattiesburg have access to a variety of programs of study with small class sizes and flexible scheduling. Antonelli College - Hattiesburg has developed partnerships with several major local employers to enhance on campus education and aid in career placement.

If you are looking for career-focused education combined with southern hospitality, then Antonelli College - Hattiesburg is the college for you.

Massage Therapy - Associate of Applied Science

The Associate of Applied Science degree in Massage Therapy prepares students for entry-level positions in the exciting field of massage therapy. Graduates may enter their career field in a variety of settings including:

• Private practices
• Sports venues
• Spas
• Health clubs
• Hotels
• Resorts

The massage therapy program stresses personal development as well as communication skills to ready graduates for all aspects of a successful career including therapeutic massage techniques and ethical responsibility. Successful completion of this program will prepare the student to take the Ohio State licensing examination in massage therapy.