Get the Skills to Become a Massage Therapist

34-Week* Massage Therapy Training Program in California, Nevada and Texas

Are you interested in health and holistic healing? Do you enjoy helping others and feel satisfaction by providing relief to those in need? As a Massage Therapist, you can use your therapeutic touch to provide relaxation, relieve pain and stress, and rehabilitate injuries.

The Massage Therapy program at Milan Institute provides the technical and practical skills training you need to begin your career in health and holistic healing. Learn Eastern, Western, ancient modalities, and the latest skills and techniques to function competently as a professional massage therapist in as few as 34 weeks*!

The best way to see if Milan Institute is the right fit for you is to come and tour the school. You can tour our facilities and meet with students and instructors. Schedule a tour now or Get more info.

What You’ll Learn in Milan’s Massage Therapy Program

Massage Therapy Fundamentals
Start with the basics, including anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and the history of massage. Build a strong foundation with Swedish massage techniques and learn ethical and professional standards for your practice.

In-Depth Anatomy and Physiology
Understand how the human body works by studying its structure, functions, and organization. This knowledge will help you deliver effective, safe, and targeted massage therapy.

Movement Arts
Dive into kinesiology, sports massage, and passive joint mobilization to support athletic performance and recovery.

Pathology and Eastern Modalities
Explore how diseases affect the body and how massage can support healing. Learn techniques like Shiatsu and Acupressure for a holistic approach to client care.

Deep Tissue Massage
Master advanced techniques to relieve tension, knots, and spasms in deep muscular tissue, helping clients achieve lasting relief and improved mobility.

Specialized Massage Techniques
Expand your skill set with prenatal, pediatric, chair massage, and reflexology techniques. You’ll also receive training in CPR and First Aid to ensure client safety.

Spa Techniques and Practical Anatomy
Learn luxurious spa therapies like aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, body wraps, and hot stone treatments. Practical Anatomy sessions help you locate and work with specific muscles for precise, effective treatments.

Business Management and Professionalism
Prepare for a successful career with essential training in client communication, record-keeping, tax information, and legal considerations. Understand how to build your massage therapy practice while adhering to professional standards, codes of ethics, and HIPAA regulations.

Upon completion of the program, students will have the skills and knowledge to work as a professional massage therapist in a variety of settings including massage spas, hospitals, doctors’ offices, sporting events and more.

Gain experience in our student spa

Not only will you learn Massage Therapy techniques in the classroom, but you’ll also gain real-world experience working with real clients in our on-site student spa.

With supervision & guidance from our experienced instructors, you will provide clients with services similar to those offered in salons and spas. Once you’ve completed your program, you will be prepared to enter the professional world with confidence and begin building your client base.

Employment opportunities

A Massage Therapist can work in a variety of settings such as resort and casino spas, tourism destinations, and clinical settings. You may find employment in:

• Health Spas
• Massage Studios
• Physicians’ Offices
• Private Practices

Our admissions representatives will be happy to answer questions and schedule a tour of our classrooms and student spa where you can learn more about the path to your new career.

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The Massage Therapy program is offered at these campuses:

• Bakersfield, California†
• Palm Desert, California†
• Reno-Sparks, Nevada
• San Antonio, Texas – Ingram Park
• Visalia, California†

†CAMTC approved program

*Program length varies by state; please contact Admissions for more information.
**Program content may vary by state; please contact Admissions for more information.

Is the massage therapy program right for you?

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