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How to Become a Massage Therapist By Michael
Bustamante The interest in alternative health care has been growing
steadily for several decades, making the practice of massage therapy
the most widespread approach to natural healing today. As a career,
massage can be a rewarding and flexible profession that many people
find very enjoyable. So, how can you become a professional massage
therapist?In general, a massage therapy certificate program consists
of 600-1,000 hours of practical education, both clinical and academic.
Course work typically
includes extensive hands-on training working
with actual clients in a clinical setting, as well as classes in
CPR and First Aid, career development, human sciences, psychology,
massage ethics, and other basic topics. After graduation, students
are ready to take exams from the National Certification Board for
Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Depending on regional regulations
and licensing requirements, the certified massage therapist is qualified
to work in almost any state.After completing the certification program,
you may decide to take your massage education to the next level,
an Associate Degree of Occupational Studies
(AOS) in Massage Therapy. Postgraduate massage training allows you
to learn the advanced concepts and techniques used in medical massage,
energy healing, craniosacral therapy, and more. An Associate Degree
program will take approximately six to nine months of additional
study, after which you will be qualified for employment in all areas
of massage, both clinical and medical.Some massage therapy schools
provide opportunities for you to refine your skills in a "Student
Clinic" under the supervision of a professional therapist.
Oftentimes massage schools will arrange internships with a local
massage practice, so you can gain practical, on-the-job experience
that is so necessary for a career in bodywork.Click
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