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What kind of training does one need for a massage therapist job

Mickie Goossens (2019-07-24)

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2000px-South_Korea_location_map_with_sobOne who wishes to become a massage therapist must first decide which field of massage they would like to enter. For example; Health massage, sports massage, Reiki massage. The Massage Training Institute (MTI) have a network of training centres according to which type of massage training one wishes to undertake.

Do you need a degree to be a therapist?
That depends on what kind of therapist. Massage therapists do not need degrees, nor do physical therapists. Psychotherapists do.

share: How much education does a massage therapists need?
A person who wants to be a massage therapist will at least 650 credits of classwork and on the job training. They will also need to pass a licensing exam.

share: What kind training do you have to do to become a massage therapist?
It depends on where you live. In most places in the US you will need at least 500 hours of training, and possibly passing the national, regional, or state written exam. The training includes both hands-on and academic topics, such anatomy and physiology.

share: What do you minor and major in to become a massage therapist?
You do not need a college education to become a massage therapist. Most massage therapists go to a private vocational school, community college, or caree institute. The most common amount of training required in most US cities, counties, or states is a minimum of 500 hours of training at an accredited school.

share: What degree do you need to have to be a massage therapist?
It depends on the state you plan to practice. Generally you need 500 hours minimum training in a state approved school.

share: Do you have to be an LMT to do massage?
If you want to do massage therapy professionally you will need a license. There are different designations in different parts of the country and in different states. You may be a licensed massage therapist (LMT), a certified massage therapist (CMT), a licensed massage and bodywork therapist (LMBT), or just massage therapist.

share: Is seeing an unlicensed massage therapist illegal in California?
If the unlicensed massage therapist is your friend who is just giving you a massage, then no, not really. However, if you go to a massage therapist's business and they are unlicensed, then yes it is illegal. You need a license to ensure you're acceptable to the standards of being a massage therapist.

share: What skills do you need to be a massage therapist?
biology definatly

share: Do you need to be licensed as a massage therapist?
Yes. Without a license you may not practice massage on the public.

share: Does a Licensed Massage Therapist need a special license to practice in a Physical Therapy Clinic in Florida?
A massage therapist in Florida needs a license to practice massage, regardless of the setting. Please follow the link for more information.

share: How many years do you need to be a massage theorpist?
To be able to be a professional massage therapist for a day spa or health farm, one needs to undergo a minimum of 2 years of medical education and 1000 training hours. However, some States have different sets of requirements before an individual can fully practice his/her profession as a massage therapist. So it is very important to consider first the location wherein you want to practice this type of profession.

share: What are the supplies you will need to be a massage therapist?
lotion and a bed and towel strong hands

share: What does a physical therapist need to do to get a massage therapy license?
A physical therapist needs to do the same thing as anyone else that wants to get a massage therapy license. They need to go to an accredited school and pass the state or national exam, then apply for a license in their jurisdiction.

share: What are the job requirements for becoming a therapist?
First, there are many types of therapists. There are physical therapists, occupational therapists, psychotherapists, speech-language therapists, massage therapists, etc. Each have requirements particular to themselves After you define the specific kind of therapist, then you can obtain the information you need.

share: What training does a physical therapist need?
A college Degree

share: Yong is a massage therapist. Which field of science would Yong most likely need to know the most about in order to do his job?
There is not any one field of science Yong would need to know. Massage therapist courses would probably include anatomy, physiology and kinesiology.

share: What experience do you need to be a massage therapist?
There is a licensing process that you must go through to become an LMT, Licensed Massage Therapist. Every state has different requirements so you could get in touch with your state's cosmetology board and find specific requirements.

share: Do you have to be certified in order to work as a massage therapist?
It depends on where you intend to practice. The best place to start finding out is your local government agency. In some places, all you need is a business license. In others you need maybe 500 hours of training in an approved institution, or even more.

share: How long do massage therapist have to go to school?
It all depends on your State, county, and city. There are some places in California where you need a minimal of 250 hours, but to be on the safe side, nationally you need 500 hours of training so that you can avoid any difficulties getting a job because of hours completed. I did 500 hours of Massage therapy in a total of 5 and a half months.

share: What do you need to know to become a massage therapist?
In order to become a massage therapist you need to know your state's licensing requirements. Almost all states in the United States require you to attend a Massage School for at least 500 hours and pass a test. Search the internet for your state's Board of Massage; most will list licensing requirements. In addition to learning massage techniques, body mechanics, assessment, stretches, and indications/contraindications, your schooling will include at least Anatomy, Physiology and Business.

share: How many years of college do you need to become a massage therapist?
The time required to become a massage therapist can vary. 330 to 1,000 contact hours and up to two years of program study are required in many states. These vary depending on state law.

share: What are personal characteristics of an massage therapist?
i believe you need to be caring and nurturing an d gently and calm..be friendly and a conversationalist.

share: What trainings do you need to become an art therapist?
You actually don't need any training to become an art therapist there is no correction to art its all in your own creative mind.

share: What are the requirements to become a massage therapist in SF CA?
The minimum training requirement is currently 100 hours from an approved school. You'll also need to apply with a photo ID, pay an application fee, take a written exam, and submit to fingerprinting at the police department for a background check. Massage permits are issued by the SF Department of Public Health. See website for more info

share: How long does a massage therapist have to go to college?
I found this maybe it will help answer your question hope I helped ☺☻♥ How long does it take to learn to be a massage therapist? The time required to become a massage therapist can vary quite a bit. First, ask yourself whether you want the minimum training to get started or enough education to master the discipline. Second, consider the educational requirements, if any, of the states and/or cities where you intend to practice... Read More

share: Do you need a license to practice massage therapy in Georgia?
Georgia does require massage therapists be licensed. Title: Licensed Massage Therapist Requirement: 500 hours & NCE or MBLEx Renewal: 24hrs/2yrs 12 hrs must be hands-on

share: What kind of certificates do you need to be a therapist?
It depends on which type of therapist you are referring to. There are many types of therapist within the number of fields. Once you have identified the specific kind of therapist, you can obtain information on the required licensure and certifications particular to that profession.

share: Do you need to be Nationally Certified as a massage therapist to work on a cruise ship?
It is not required but if you do have a National Certificate then you have a better chance to get a job on a cruise ship. Be ready for 10 hours of massage every weekday though.

share: What kind of training and education do you need for a paleontologist?
what kind of training and education do yu need for a paleontologist?

share: Can you work as a massage therapist in las Vegas with an out of state license?
No. You need to have a license in whichever State or municipality you are performing professional massage. That means: if you are getting paid or doing barter, you need to have all the permits, licenses, and certificates that are required in the area you are working.

share: Do you need good grades to become a massage therapist?
yes of course you would need grades to get that job maybe even any job except dumb jobs

share: Do massage therapists often work overtime?
Massage therapists will often set appointments during their regular business hours. However, if a client is in need of help after hours, the therapist will sometimes make an exception and work overtime. It is generally up to the therapist to decide if he or she wants to work overtime. It is not a requirement in most cases.

share: Do you need a license to do massage therapy?
Depends. You can do basic massaging as an esthetician. But to to do massaging in a medical spa or something similar you have to be a registered massage therapist, which means going to school for the qualifications. It's not doing an apprenticeship to get your license.

share: What do you need to know for the massage therapist National Certification exam?
You must be a master at "Bop-it" and the shake weight. If you can't jerkin the shmerkin then this ain't for you.

share: Is it dangerous for massage therapist to touch chemo patient?
There are basically four critical elements of massage therapy protocol for people under cancer treatment. And among these, the first protocol points out the need of obtaining the physician's permission. Only the patient's doctor has the authority to clear him/her for a health massage therapy. This is to avoid the possibility of the spreading of the cancer. Also, regular massage therapy performed by a generally licensed massage therapist and without additional specialized education in cancer... Read More

share: How many clinical hours are needed to become a massage therapist?
zero, all you need is to take a course at your local college, also you will need public liability insurance in the uk...

share: What type of continuing training does a physical therapist need?
Physical therapists can always continue their training in order to be better at their job. They can receive on site training in outpatient facilities or hospitals.

share: What kind of education is needed to be a massage therapist?
You need to go to a school that is approved by your province's massage therapy college (CMTO for Ontario). The program is 2-3 years, depending on your schedule. Some courses you take include Anatomy and Physiology, Pathology, Palpation, Massage Theory and Techniques, and Advanced Theory and Techniques. Of course this depends on your school. Once you graduate, you are eligible to take your province's registration exam and get your full license.

share: What do you need to have to work as a massage therapist in California?
Skill!!! Fingerprinting (livescan) in each city you service thats it legally to be considered as a serious candidate in a salon or spa however you should finish a course from an accredited massage school;

share: What you need to know to be a massage therapists?
Contrary to popular belief, a massage therapist needs to be knowledgeable in a variety of subjects: Anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, pathology, 홈타이 assessment, therapeutic applications, history and theory, as well as business and ethics.

share: Everything you need to know about becoming a massage therapist?
Becoming a massage therapist takes a lot of work and memorization. I am currently in school to become one. Some of the classes you take are: Anatomy and Physiology: except to memorize every bone and muscle, and how they work. Massage Theory and Techniques: hands-on practice Advanced Theory and Techniques: practicing some of the more advanced techniques such as joint play. Pathology: diseases, stages of them, and how the body works to get better. etc... Read More

share: How much education do they need massage therapist?
Basically, to be able to practice a profession that involves health massage therapies. One should have a minimum of 2 years education and 1000 contact training hours. However, each state has a unique set of requirements that one must meet in order to practice this profession. That is why it is therefore wise to consider first the location or state one would want to practice his/her profession.

share: How long does a degree in massage therapist take?
For a career in massage therapy in the US, it generally takes 500 hours of training in most places. This can be accomplished in about six months going full time to an approved school. You should check your local municipality and get the exact information regarding education. Then you need to decide if you want to be an independent contractor or an employee. Which ever the case, be prepared to fill out a lot of... Read More

share: Can you get a massage when you have breast implants i.e. lay on your stomach while being pressed into the massage table?
yes, you can get a massage. You will need to bolster, or use pillows to put above or below your breasts to take the weight off your implants. Usually the Massage Therapist uses towels on the table for you to be comfortable. There are also types of massage tables to allow the breasts to hang free without laying directly on them.

share: Is it okay to have massage if you have menstruation?
Yes. The massage therapist doesn't necessarily need to know about you being on your period, but if you are bold enough to bring it up and ask for an abdominal massage, it can actually decrease cramping as well as help with the flow. Also, if you are late in starting, the use of hot stones during the massage (with one placed on the lower abdomen) can help get you started. (CAN, not necessarily WILL)

share: What kind of training does Ichiro Suzuki need?
power training

share: What classes should you take in college to become a massage therapiest?
You don't need to take college classes. All that is required to go to massage school is a high school diploma. That being said, you will be learning anatomy, physiology, pathology and will need to learn some basic biology to have a base for learning. Also massage school doesn't teach you how to become a successful massage therapist. It only teaches you to do massage. To be successful, you need to be a business person... Read More

share: What kind of training do vets need?
you need at least 8 years of training to become certified

share: What kind of license will you need to give foot massages?
You will need a massage therapist's license in most states.

share: What kind of training do you need to become a farrier?
Lots of horse training

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