Arizona Programs

Massage Therapy Certificate Program (700 hours)

Program Overview

Students will be prepared for state licensure and professional practice. Comprehensive bioscience and theory courses provide students with the necessary knowledge to perform the hands-on massage techniques that are studied. The faculty instructing this Arizona massage therapy school program consists of veteran therapists and educators that have a passion to share this exciting body of work.

Upon successfully completing this 700-hour program, you will be eligible to take the MBLEx National Exam and apply for state licensure.

Program Outline

Massage Therapy Certificate Program (700 hours)

This Arizona massage therapy school program offers 700 clock hours of vocational education. Upon completion, the credential awarded is a Certificate of Completion with an official student transcript. This complies with the educational requirements of the Arizona Board of Massage Therapy in order to obtain a Massage Therapy License for professional practice.

Tuition & Costs

• Tuition – $6,999
• Required Texts – $307.20
• Application Fee (includes background check) – $30

This program prepares students for professional practice. Graduates will be eligible for licensure by the Arizona Board of Massage Therapy for initial massage therapy licensure or equivalent state governing board. Successful completion of this program makes graduates eligible to sit for the MBLEx National Exam. Passing this exam is necessary for state licensure. The requirements for state licensure vary from state to state, so be sure to check with your state’s governing body. Additional requirements may include liability insurance, passing a background check, and CPR or other safety training.

Job Outlook

As more states adopt licensing requirements and standards for massage therapists, the practice of massage is likely to be respected and accepted by more people as a way to treat pain and to improve overall wellness.

Similarly, demand will likely increase as more healthcare providers understand the benefits of massage and these services become part of treatment plans. However, demand in some healthcare settings will be tempered by limited insurance coverage for massage services.

Massage also offers specific benefits to particular groups of people whose continued demand for massage services will lead to overall growth for the occupation. For example, many sports teams hire massage therapists to help their athletes rehabilitate from injuries and to relieve or manage pain.

The number of massage clinic franchises has increased in recent years. Many franchised clinics offer more affordable massages than those provided at spas and resorts, making massage services available to a wider range of customers.

Job Prospects

In states that regulate massage therapy, opportunities should be available to those who complete formal programs and pass a professionally recognized exam. However, new massage therapists should expect that it can take time to build a client base.

Because referrals are an important source of work for massage therapists, marketing and networking may help increase the number of job opportunities. Joining a professional association also can help build strong contacts and further increase the likelihood of steady work. In addition, massage therapists may be able to attract a wider variety of clients by completing education programs in multiple modalities.

In May 2017, the median annual wages for massage therapists in the top industries in which they worked were as follows:

Most massage therapists earn a combination of wages and tips and may receive free or discounted massages as a benefit.