Finding a Middle Way for Massage Therapy and Work-Life Balance According to a recent survey by the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), roughly 82% of new massage therapists enter the field with massage as a second career. In fact, many of those who jump into massage therapy are moms who are looking for more flexible work […]
No matter what profession you’re in, continuing education and professional development are essential to your success. Software developers take online courses to hone their skills; teachers go back to school for master’s degrees; and digital marketers attend conferences to learn from experts and peers alike. When it comes to the healthcare and allied health professions, […]
Choosing the Right Massage Career Path A career in massage therapy has the potential to be exciting, rewarding, and extremely satisfying. You’re constantly meeting new people thanks to the influx of clients into your practice. At the same time, you have the opportunity to build lasting relationships with ongoing clients. Over time, you get to […]
If you’re looking to become a professional massage therapist, one thing holds true in virtually every single state all across the country: you’ll need to first pass the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination, also known as the MBLEx test. It doesn’t matter where you went to school or what sort of practice you want to […]
There’s no question about it: working as a massage therapist is an exciting prospect. It doesn’t matter what part of the country you’re in or what type of practice you run, either. Regardless, you’re sure to end up meeting all sorts of interesting clients that expand your personal horizons — and get the opportunity to […]
Are you ready to become a professional massage therapist? Massage can be a demanding occupation. But, the physical demands it places on you as a practitioner are usually far outweighed by how satisfying and rewarding it can be. You get to work with clients from all walks of life, formulating customized treatment plans designed to […]
Virtually every allied health profession has licensing requirements that involve passing a standardized exam before you can become a practitioner. Massage is no different. If you’ve completed an accredited program and live in virtually any state in the U.S., you’ll need to sit for and pass the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination, or MBLEx exam, […]
Are you ready to take the MBLEx exam? You’ve spent many months in school for massage therapy, and you’ve learned everything you could. You’re excited about the potential for your future career in massage. But, first, you have to pass the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination, or MBLEx test. Like many massage therapy students, you […]
After finishing massage school, you’re ready to begin your career as a massage therapy and bodywork professional. You learned a lot during your program of study, and you feel prepared to provide your clients with top quality, expert therapeutic services. Before you can do that, though, there are a few things you’ll have to take […]
If you’ve finished your degree from an accredited massage school, congratulations! Completing a massage program isn’t easy. As you probably discovered while attending classes, it requires a lot of hard work, preparation, and planning. Now that you’re ready to become a licensed practitioner, you’ll need to pass the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination, or MBLEx […]