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Choosing the Right Massage Therapy School: A Comprehensive Guide

Choosing the Right Massage Therapy School: A Comprehensive Guide

By Joan Hannant, Founder & CEO of The Soma Institute

Choosing the Right Massage Therapy School

It's crucial to make the right choice when selecting a massage therapy school, as it greatly impacts your future as a massage therapist. We've put together a list of considerations to help you in your search for the perfect school.

 

Choosing the right massage therapy school is critically important to your future as a massage therapist.  Here is a list of what to consider when looking for the right massage therapy school for you.

 

  1. Learn about the profession of massage therapy. Take an on-line career readiness quiz to see if you are a good fit.  soma.edu/quiz
  2. Research the job outlook for massage therapy at bls.gov.
  3. Consider your career goals. Some schools focus on relaxation massage while others target clinical or sports massage. soma.edu/programs
  4. Research and review nationally accredited massage therapy schools. Accreditation is important because it represents high educational standards of quality.  accet.org.
  5. Meet with an admissions advisor, take a tour, and/or talk to students to see if the massage therapy school feels like the right place for your professional education. soma.edu/scheduleatour
  6. Find out the details: tuition costs, financial assistance, schedules, student services, licensing and graduate services.  soma.edu/employment

 

 

Where you end up in your massage therapy career

depends a lot on where you start out!

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