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Massage Therapy Schools in Georgia
Georgia State Massage Therapist licensing requirements: The US Department of Labor has reported that between 2006 and 2016, health and related fields will provide three million salary and wage jobs. Massage therapy is a vibrant part of this job increase. Opportunities for massage therapists exist in hospitals, physical therapy, and chiropractic offices, as well as hotels, spas, and medical spas.
The Georgia Board of Massage Therapy accepts passing scores on NCETM, NCETMB, or MBLEx as partial fulfillment of licensure requirements. It also requires 500 hours of course and clinical work at one of the over 30 licensed massage therapy schools.
Choosing a school can be difficult. You must consider the school’s proximity to your home or job, how long the course will take to complete, and financial aid. There is no substitute for your own personal search for a school that meets your specific needs, but here are three good schools and some of their benefits. Why not start your search here?
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Tenessee Career Institute (in Georgia))
Conyers, GA
Located in Georgia, this massage therapy school offers the following in massage therapy training:
- Superior practical training in the 900 hour massage course
- Additional training in body wraps, aromatherapy and hot stone therapy
- Multiple scholarships available to needy students
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Everest Institute
Atlanta and Norcross, Georgia
This massage therapy program ofers the following massage education:
- Well-rounded curriculum that balances classroom instruction with clinical experience.
- Located in Decatur with easy access to Atlanta
- Career planning and placement services
- Federal and state financial aid programs available
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Atlanta School of Massage Therapy
Atlanta, GA
This school offers comprehensive, clinical massage therapy training.
- Five distinct programs to choose from (neuromuscular therapy, Swedish and deep tissue, spa therapies, reflexology, and seated massage)
- Services to graduates to help them find work right away
- ACCSCT School of Distinction accreditation
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Georgia State Massage Licensing Information
After you have met all requirements and received your Georgia state massage license, you will be required to renew your license every two years. Part of the renewal process is to complete 12 hours (per year) of continuing education classes, (That works out to 24 hours completed by the time you must renew the license.) Schools often offer continuing education massage classes for their graduates or for others in need of renewing their license, so be sure to consult your school of choice as to what they offer in this area.
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