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massage therapist
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A Massage Therapist performs healing massages on customers to improve circulation, promote relaxation, and relieve stress, pain and injuries. Their role is consulting with clients to identify appropriate massage services, providing massage services as listed, and maintaining records and filing documentation. Their responsibilities are attending and participating in meetings and training sessions, ensuring a clean, safe and well-organized spa facility, setting up the spa and work stations, ensuring cleanliness and tidiness during the shift, assisting with keeping materials clean and tidy, sterilizing equipment, bringing guests to and from treatment rooms, , and complying with all relevant s...

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Steps to take to start your career as a Massage Therapist and other jobs like it

  • In this line of work, you will likely need to apply, attend and graduate from an appropriate school. Each state requires different hours and regulations, so make sure your school will get you the requirements needed to practice in your area.
  • In addition to the core skills needed to treat your clients, good listening skills, time management, self care and proper hygiene are essential when working with clients.
  • Consider starting with a well established business to gain experience in your field. Over time, you will have the experience needed to take on your own clients and perhaps start your own business.
  • This line of work is laborious, and can be hard on your body. Taking the time to make sure your body is healthy will ensure longevity in your career. Consider regular Massage, Chiropractic work and/or alternative modalities to stay healthy.
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7.5 years
$68K
The average years of experience in the workforce prior to having this role
3.14 years
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3
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Education you need to become a Massage Therapist

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  • Short Course In Massage - Usa
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    Avg. Duration:6 monthsAvg. Fees:$1,199Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Of Arts (b.a.) In Physics Education
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$28,739Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree In Fine Arts
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    Avg. Duration:47 monthsAvg. Fees:$34,507Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Of Arts (b.a.) In General Studies
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    Avg. Duration:45 monthsAvg. Fees:$23,007Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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