Massage Therapist | American Institute of Massage Therapy

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningSpeakingSocial PerceptivenessService OrientationJudgment and Decision MakingMonitoringComplex Problem SolvingWriting

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceBiologyEnglish LanguagePsychologyMedicine and Dentistry

Abilities

Dynamic StrengthTrunk StrengthOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionManual DexterityProblem SensitivityMultilimb CoordinationExtent FlexibilityWritten ComprehensionWritten Expression

Tasks

Confer with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how
Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions,
Maintain massage areas by restocking supplies or sanitizing equipment.

Technology

Calendar and scheduling softwareMedical softwareSpreadsheet softwareWord processing software

Tools

Bath robesBody lotionsBolstersCold packsCupping setsDesktop computersHeat lampsHot packsHydrotherapy equipmentMassage chairsMassage stone setsMassage stoolsMechanical vibrating massage devicesNotebook computersPersonal computers

Work Values

RelationshipsIndependenceAchievementWorking ConditionsRecognitionSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium31-9011.00	Massage Therapists	title_inference	$57,950 median$97,450 top	+15.42%	2,590

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Course)

Client intake forms and medical history questionnaires — collect and review under direct supervision to identify contraindications before a session begins.
Basic massage strokes including effleurage and petrissage — apply to muscles and soft tissues of the body following step-by-step guidance from a supervising therapist.
Massage table linens, lubricants, and sanitation supplies — restock and sanitize equipment between client sessions according to facility hygiene protocols.
Finger and hand pressure techniques — practice on designated acupressure points under direct instructor observation in a clinical training environment.
Pre-written treatment plan templates — complete with client-specific information under supervisor review before presenting options to the client.
Client session records including date, duration, and techniques used — document accurately in paper or electronic logs following established clinic procedures.
Basic soft tissue palpation — perform to identify areas of tension or tenderness under the guidance of a licensed therapist during supervised sessions.
Postural awareness handouts and simple stretching instructions — distribute and explain to clients using scripted talking points provided by the clinic.
Scheduling software — enter and manage client appointments under supervision to support daily clinic operations.
Active listening skills — demonstrate during client consultations to capture reported pain, stress, and wellness concerns before relaying findings to a supervising therapist.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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