Training as a Massage Therapist

<h1>Training as a Massage Therapist</h1>

<p align=right>by Angela Oliver</p>

<div align=justify>Massage therapy has become increasingly popular as people search for holistic 
methods to treat health conditions. There are many schools that offer massage 
therapy training across the country and in local areas. Training programs 
prepare students for a career as a professional massage therapist. <br />
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Before choosing a massage therapy training program, it is important to decide 
the type of massage therapy that is most relevant to what you want to do in the 
field of massage therapy. There are over 100 types of massage, where some focus 
on healing and therapy, and others focus on cosmetology of massage. Depending on 
personal preferences you may prefer a different training program. Other options 
include acupuncture school, chiropractic school, herbal school, homeopathy 
school, nutrition school, personal training school, and many other specialties 
of natural healing.<br />
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Training programs vary depending on location and regulation. In most states, 
massage therapy and education is regulated. Regulated training programs for 
massage therapy require about 500 hours of formal education, coursework and 
clinical practice. Coursework consists of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, 
herbal medicine, and healing arts. Clinical practice consists of working in 
student labs as well as in the community under supervision of a licensed massage 
therapist. Different therapeutic methods include Swedish massage, Shiatsu, 
sports massage, spa therapy, and connective and deep tissue massage. <br />
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Massage therapist training programs aim to make students competent at their 
skill, as well as sensitive and ethical with needs of patients. Training 
programs focus on the personal growth of the student. Self awareness is a key 
trait for working in massage therapy and having successful therapeutic 
relationships. <br />
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There is financial aid available for massage therapy training around the 
country, making entering into the field easier than ever. Massage therapy is a 
rewarding field that offers the opportunity to develop strong therapeutic bonds, 
as well as the option for self growth and confidence. Massage therapists are 
becoming increasingly in demand as patients prefer a holistic method and the 
personal touch that comes with massage therapy.<br /></div>

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		<p align=justify>Angela Oliver is an author for HealthCare-TrainingCenter.com, providing job and training information for massage therapy, free of charge. Please visit the site for more information about massage therapy training and available programs. <br />
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