Choosing Massage Therapy As A Career

If you like the idea of giving clients peace of mind and body, consider becoming a massage therapist. Massage Therapy is one of the fastest growing allied health professions! Massage therapy has come a long way and is one of the top career choices for high school graduates. Massage therapy provides interesting, challenging, and satisfying work both professionally and personally.

People seek out therapists for relief from pain from accident injuries and disabling conditions. An increasingly high number of people choose massage as a way to help alleviate the daily stress and strains of their lives. With all the benefits of massage therapy, it is no wonder the number of adults who are getting massages has nearly tripled in the last decade. With the growing demand for massage therapy, there is growing demand for massage therapists.

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Companies such as NBC, General Mills, and Reebok offer on-site massage for employees -- a growing trend.

Today people from all walks of life – from celebrities to senior citizens – are enjoying the services of massage therapists.

Once a student has received their training and passed any required state certification, the job opportunities are endless. Spas, resorts, hotels, cruise ships, chiropractic offices – even opening their own business – are just some of the opportunities available to a professional massage therapist. Massage therapists can often adjust their work schedule to fit their personal preferences, working full or part time.

Massage Therapy Jobs

There are endless opportunities for a massage therapist to practice in a variety of settings. Some of them are:

• Spa's
• Hotels and resorts
• Rehabilitation centers
• Health clubs or fitness facilities
• On-site massage in the work place
• Other health care providers : chiropractors, naturopaths, medical doctors, acupuncturists, dentists
• Large clinics specializing in massage
• Hospitals, hospice facilities, nursing homes

And the list goes on.......

Although, massage therapists may also work as self-employed practitioners or as independent contractors.

Salary information for massage therapy careers.

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