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In the field of Natural Healthcare, massage is the fastest growing
segment. In the United States alone there are almost one thousand
massage schools and training courses. Massage is now being taught
in community colleges with serious interest from both state and
private universities. Many schools are accredited and offer PELL
grants and student loans through the Federal Government.
The big question is always, "Where do I go to learn massage?" There
is no simple answer. Over 100 massage techniques are available to
you. You should receive several massages to see which technique
best suits you.
Before you choose a massage school you should interview some of
their graduates. Massage education requires a large investment.
Do your homework before you spend your money. We need all the massage
professionals we can train, however over half of those who graduate
from massage schools quit within a year because they did not do
any research and do not feel confident with their particular technique.
A brief apprenticeship with a successful massage professional is
an excellent way to see if you really want to practice massage.
Ask a massage professional you respect to apprentice you. Expect
to pay their regular hourly rate for a few hours of training. You
will know very quickly if a massage career is for you.
Schools are listed by state in alphabetical order. An example of a massage
school listing is as follows:
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