Texas Massage Therapy Overview

Texas massage therapists work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, sports medicine clinics, chiropractic offices and rehabilitation centers. As the nation’s population expands and ages, massage therapists working in all states can expect to see a rapid increase in the demand for their services. This increase in demand will also be encouraged by the burgeoning awareness of massage therapy as a viable treatment option for a variety of injuries and ailments.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2008 State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates for Texas, massage therapists working in the state at that time earned an average annual salary of $33,660. Most massage therapists in Texas, and in other states, enjoy the benefits of self-employment, such as setting their own schedule and being their own boss.

The massage therapy industry in Texas is regulated by the Texas Department of State Health Services Massage Therapy Licensing Program, which requires all prospective massage therapists to complete at least 500 hours of education and training in an approved massage program before sitting for a licensing examination.

If you would like to receive more information on becoming a massage therapist, or are ready to begin working towards your Texas massage therapy license, browse through the schools listed below.

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Online Colleges Offering Massage Therapy Degrees

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.