Massage Therapy

The Massage Therapy Certificate is designed to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for graduates to take the national exam to become licensed Massage Therapists. Licensed Massage Therapists work in many settings including Day Spas, Physicians and Chiropractic offices, wellness centers, at hotels,  resorts or country clubs or in private practice. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment of massage therapists is projected to grow 21 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. Demand will likely increase as more healthcare providers understand the benefits of massage and these services become part of treatment plans. Texas ranks third in the nation for employed licensed massage therapists (California and Florida rank 1 and 2) The BLS indicates the annual median wage for Massage Therapists in Texas is $42,820 or $20.59 per hour. Massage Therapists help clients overcome injury, relieve stress, and generally live healthier lives. The two semester program is designed to prepare students to become nationally certified. Upon graduation and certification students are eligible to take the Mblex exam and when passed can apply for their massage therapy license.

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Marketable Skills

Active Listening	Active Learning	Communication
Coordination	Critical Thinking	Complex Problem Solving
Judgment and Decision Making	Reading Comprehension	Social Perceptiveness
Service Orientation	Time Management	Focus
Organization	Financial Management	Writing
Speaking