Massage Therapist
Caleb Longley
Description of profession
- Manipulates muscles and other soft tissues in order to provide relief to patients.
- Relieve pain, improve circulation, help heal injuries, relieve stress, and assist in general well being of a patient.
Necessary certifications and other schooling
- Complete 500 or more hours of on the job experience.
- Most states require a license to practice massage therapy.
- A small amount of post secondary education is required for a license.
What do they make and what is the outlook?
-$37,180 per year
- Expected to grow 22% by 2024
Where do they work?
- Often times, they are employed in offices, spas, hotels, and fitness centers.
- Some may travel to a client's home.
- Settings vary: a rehab therapist will work in a large area with a lot of other therapists, while a therapist working at a spa will have a very different setting.
Skills needed
- Confidence working closely with clients.
- Communication and listening skills.
- A good appearance and good personal hygiene.
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