The numbers of people enjoying the benefit of massage is on the rise and according to the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP) organization, the growth in the number of massage therapists in the United States by more than 37,000 in the past two years reflects that trend. The biennial research has been conducted by ABMP since 1998.
“Massage continues to be recognized by consumers as a popular, cost-effective path to personal wellness,” says Les Sweeney, nationally certified massage therapist and ABMP president.
Cortiva Institute’s Schools of Massage Therapy are located in major cities including Boston, Scottsdale and King of Prussia offer interested students an opportunity to become massage therapists by earning a Professional Massage Therapy Diploma. This program encompasses a comprehensive course of instruction that bridges intellectual discipline with technical skill. Grounded in the value of client centered care, this program includes courses in massage theory and practice, communication and ethics in therapeutic relationships, as well as real life clinical experience.
“It’s not surprising massage has continued to grow as a career path as well. With growth in U.S. population overall and an increased number of massage therapy schools, it stands to reason the number of practitioners would increase as well,” said Sweeney.
