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Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage.

A program that prepares individuals to provide relief and improved health and well-being to clients through the application of manual techniques for manipulating skin, muscles, and connective tissues. Includes instruction in Western (Swedish) massage, sports massage, myotherapy/trigger point massage, myofascial release, deep tissue massage, cranio-sacral therapy, reflexology, massage safety and emergency management, client counseling, practice management, applicable regulations, and professional standards and ethics.

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Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

25-1071

$51,760 $105,620 $239,200

Massage Therapists

31-9011

$33,280 $57,950 $97,450

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Data sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

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Salary Summary

$81,785

Avg Median Salary $81,785

Lowest Median $57,950

Highest Median $105,620

Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

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Career Paths 2

Degree Level Bachelor

Code 51.3501

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