Massage Therapy Certification

Expert Massage Therapy Training

Begin an exciting career in massage therapy, where hands-on training meets real-world experience. Learn from industry experts who teach not just the art of massage but also the science behind it, all through a holistic health approach. With small on-campus class sizes, diverse techniques, and internships that prepare you for seamless entry into the field, this program is designed to help you excel.

Our Mission

Parker University School of Massage Therapy will enhance the development of wellness leaders through massage therapy by offering sound, ethical, evidence-based, and relevant instruction embracing the highest standards of education, research, and service.

Stats

18%
Growth Rate

Employment of massage therapists is projected to grow 18% from 2022 to 2032. Source

24,600
Projected New Jobs

24,600 projected new jobs for Massage Therapists through 2032. Source

$55,310
Median Income

The median annual wage for massage therapists was $55,310. Source

LEARN IT.
LIVE IT.

LEARN IT.
LIVE IT.

Learn the skills to live
your passion!

Create your own career path with the Massage Therapy Certificate. Parker graduates with this certification can pursue careers in places like:

  • Spas
  • Fitness centers
  • Private homes and offices
  • Hospitals
  • Massage therapy clinics

Program Highlights

Career Success Preparation

: This program equips you with everything you’ll need to know to pass the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards’ MBLEx exam and meet Texas state licensure requirements.

Learn from the Best

Receive instruction from industry leaders. Parker’s Anatomy & Physiology teachers are doctors, and the Neuromuscular Therapy course director is a published author of a textbook on the subject.

Hands-On, Advanced Training

In just 8 months, you’ll complete 600 hours of hands-on learning, including advanced techniques like Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Acupressure.

Real-World Experience

Gain elite-level experience with professional athletes. Parker interns and alumni have worked with professional football players, golfers, soccer players, and more. You will also be eligible for an internship at the prestigious Parker Performance Institute at The Star in Frisco, where wellness meets top-tier sports.

COMTA Accreditation

As a student at Parker University School of Massage Therapy, you will have access to countless resources that will aid in your professional development, preparing you for a career in massage therapy. Our program retains programmatic accreditation from the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) and has an exceptional pass rate on the Massage Board Licensing Exam (MBLEx).

The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation is located at 5335 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Suite 440, Washington, D.C. 20015 and can be reached by phone at 202.895.1518. The Parker University School of Massage Therapy program is structured to prepare students who plan to practice in Texas. Please visit https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/mas/mas.htm for more information.

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