Connecticut Massage Therapy Overview

Connecticut’s population is increasing and people are beginning to live longer. This creates a higher demand for healthcare professionals, including massage therapists. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook 2008-2009 Edition, the massage industry across the nation is expected to experience a 20% rate of growth between 2006 and 2016, which would mean 24,000 new massage therapy opportunities throughout the country over the next few years. Connecticut massage therapists can expect to enjoy a similar rate of growth in the field of massage therapy within Connecticut.

A survey completed by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for May 2006 reports that the average annual wage for massage therapists in Connecticut at that time was $48,150. Most massage therapists are self-employed and set their own schedules, with most practicing on a part-time basis; therefore, a full-time massage therapist could expect to have higher earning potential.

Massage therapists practicing in Connecticut must meet the requirements for licensure set forth by the Department of Public Health & Addiction Service. These requirements include the completion of 500 hours of professional massage therapy training from an approved school and passing a licensing examination.

To find a massage therapy program and begin working towards becoming a licensed massage therapist in Connecticut, browse the list of schools below.

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Online Colleges Offering Massage Therapy Degrees

University of Phoenix - Online Campus

Accreditation

University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

McCann School of Business and Technology

Accreditation

McCann School of Business & Technology is accredited to award occupational associate degrees and certification diplomas by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education,.

National Holistic Institute

Accreditation

National Holistic Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET). ACCET is listed by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

Institute for Business and Technology

Accreditation

The Institute for Business and Technology is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT). ACCSCT is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally-recognized accrediting agency.