Find accredited Massage training programs near you
$58,450
Avg. Salary
15.3%
Job Growth
6-12 months
Program Length
157
Schools Listed
Massage therapists use touch to manipulate muscles and soft tissues to relieve pain, reduce stress, and promote wellness. Work in spas, healthcare settings, or private practice.
Massage Therapy programs typically take 6-12 months to complete and combine classroom instruction with hands-on training using industry-standard tools and equipment. Graduates enter the workforce earning an average of $58,450 per year, with experienced professionals earning significantly more.
Earning certifications like State Massage License and NCBTMB Certification can increase your employability and qualify you for higher-paying positions. Many Massage training programs include certification prep as part of the curriculum.
$58,450
National median salary
15.3%
10-year job growth
6-12 months
Typical training length
The demand for skilled massage therapys continues to grow as experienced workers retire and new infrastructure projects create additional opportunities. Trade school graduates often start working immediately after completing their training, with many programs offering job placement assistance and connections to local employers.
602 NW Loop 410 Suite 122, San Antonio, TX 78216
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500 hours
View Details →1247 Jimmie Kerr Road, Graham, NC 27253
$5,056
2 years
View Details →1415 E. Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99507
$16,170
10 months
View Details →12401 Willowbrook Rd SE, Cumberland, MD 21502
$5,040
1 year
View Details →101 College Parkway, Arnold, MD 21012
$3,429
3 months
View Details →11200 Mississippi Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433-3470
$15,800
2 years
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National figures for massage therapists from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025). The 90th percentile is a better guide to what the trade can pay than the median, which describes the middle of the field.
$58,450
Median pay
$100,200
Top 10% earn above
$33,640
Lowest 10% earn below
98,790
Employed nationally
Employment is projected to grow 15.3% over 2025-2035, with about 20,400 openings a year from growth and retirements combined. The typical way in is postsecondary nondegree award.