As a bustling New England state, Massachusetts is a really fun place to live. Boston offers plenty of excitement and culture, while the state’s numerous small towns are full of quaint New England Charm. As a massage therapist you’re sure to find that Massachusetts offers a wonderful quality of life, and the state’s 6.3 million residents are likely inclined to agree.

Many residents in Massachusetts are very focused on their health, so the market is ripe for massage therapists, acupuncturists, and personal trainers. However, only the best and most qualified professionals will be able to enjoy the most prestigious and well-paying jobs in the state. In order to become one of these highly qualified and competitive massage therapists, it would be wise to complete a certificate or degree program in the field. These can be achieved by attending one of the state’s many four year colleges, massage therapy training institutes, career colleges, or community colleges. The curriculum you’re likely to find will focus on the principles of massage, ethics, business management, patient assessment, anatomy, history, and kinesiology.

Although earning a certificate or degree in massage therapy is one of the best ways to ensure a healthy career in the industry, doing so can be very expensive and cost-prohibitive for some. Although this is true, that doesn’t mean you have to give up on your dream. Through the Massachusetts Office of Student Financial Assistance, you can find help paying for education through various financial aid options. The Office has information about financial aid programs, federal aid, school programs, and more.

Massachusetts has great places for massage therapists and related professionals to work. Although the majority of jobs will center on Boston, there are plenty of opportunities to be found in small to medium cities and towns throughout the state. Some of the settings available for massage therapists are resorts, fitness centers, spas, hospitals, occupational clinics, and salons.

Massachusetts can be a very expensive place to live, especially in Boston and its suburbs. However, the state’s salaries are in line with its high cost of living. In Boston, most massage therapists will earn between $33,000 and $74,000.

Top Massage Therapy Programs

	Boca Beauty Academy of Massage - If you're interested in becoming a massage therapist, Boca Beauty Academy of Massage offers a fantastic program for students interested in this growing industry.
Cincinnati Cleveland	Center for Massage & Natural Health - The Center for Massage & Natural Health assists students in reaching their goal of becoming a massage therapist affordably and conveniently.
Boston Tampa Scottsdale	Cortiva Institute for Massage - Cortiva Institute for Massage prepares aspiring massage therapists with a rigorous program in the field of massage therapy. With locations available across the country, students can get prepared quickly.
	U.S. Career Institute - At the U.S. Career Institute, students will be taught alternative health treatments to assist people in feeling better. With a number of organizations hiring in various positions, don't pass up this opportunity to go back to school and start a great career.