Massage Therapy Certification

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Expert Massage Therapy Training

Begin an exciting career in massage therapy, where hands-on training meets real-world experience. Learn from industry experts who teach not just the art of massage but also the science behind it, all through a holistic health approach. With small on-campus class sizes, diverse techniques, and internships that prepare you for seamless entry into the field, this program is designed to help you excel.

Our Mission

Parker University School of Massage Therapy will enhance the development of wellness leaders through massage therapy by offering sound, ethical, evidence-based, and relevant instruction embracing the highest standards of education, research, and service.

Stats

15%
Growth Rate

15% projected employment growth rate through 2034 (much faster than average growth). Source

25,900
Projected New Jobs

More than 25,900 relevant massage therapist positions to be filled through 2034. Source

$57,950
Median Income

The median wage for massage therapists in 2024 was $57,590; the top 10% of therapists had a median wage of $97,450. Source

LEARN IT.
LIVE IT.

LEARN IT.
LIVE IT.

Learn the skills to live
your passion!

Create your own career path with the Massage Therapy Certificate. Parker graduates with this certification can pursue careers in places like:

  • Spas
  • Fitness centers
  • Private homes and offices
  • Hospitals
  • Massage therapy clinics

Program Highlights

Accredited Excellence

Earn your certificate through a program accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) (https://comta.org/).

Connections with Top Athletes

Build your skills in a program respected by athletic communities. Parker interns and alumni have worked with professional athletes and can apply for internships at the prestigious Parker Performance Institute at The Star in Frisco.

Hands-On, Advanced Training

Complete 600 hours of practical learning in advanced techniques like Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular Therapy, and Acupressure. Get real-world experience working with actual patients in Parker’s on-campus clinic and at community events.

Thrive in Your Career

With employment expected to grow 18% through 2033 and a median income of $57,590, a certificate in Massage Therapy from Parker University offers both freedom and opportunity.

COMTA Accreditation

As a student at Parker University School of Massage Therapy, you will have access to countless resources that will aid in your professional development, preparing you for a career in massage therapy. Our program retains programmatic accreditation from the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) and has an exceptional pass rate on the Massage Board Licensing Exam (MBLEx).

The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation is located at 5335 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Suite 440, Washington, D.C. 20015 and can be reached by phone at 202.895.1518. The Parker University School of Massage Therapy program is structured to prepare students who plan to practice in Texas. Please visit https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/mas/mas.htm to review requirements for certification in the state of Texas.

SACSCOC Accreditation

Parker University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Parker University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Parker University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

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