Get the Skills to Be a
Professional Massage Therapist
Get the Skills to Be a
Professional Massage Therapist
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Welcome to National Holistic Institute Massage Schools!
From enrollment to graduation and beyond, you are joining a supportive holistic community dedicated to your success!
Students & Employers Love Us!
The training and education I received at NHI was very thorough and I enjoyed the structure of the classes. They include the history of massage modalities in their program. It was easy to do part time while working full time. I wouldn’t have a career without NHI. NHI really helped me find something I’m passionate about and want to carry with me forever!
Blossom Neidenbach | Santa Rosa Campus
NHI has changed my personal life completely. I have met people who are generous, kind, educated and have goals in their lives. That has helped me in my life because today, I can see that whatever you set your mind to and pursue can be done. NHI helped me open doors to make my own business doing what I love most.
Zulma Portillo Martinez | Sacramento Campus
Deciding to go to NHI to learn massage therapy and start my own private practice was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life. After checking out several other massage therapy schools, there was no comparison to the energy and enthusiasm I saw and felt in the NHI classroom. I owe NHI everything! I have never been happier creating a life for myself doing massage therapy.
Reggie Reaves | Emeryville Campus
NHI teaches by using auditory, visual and kinesthetic methods. The information, while extensive, flows in a manner that is quite easy to learn and understand. I would highly recommend NHI to all that would like to enter the massage world. The staff and mentors are always available to meet your every need and answer your every question so upon graduation you feel like you are well prepared to enter the workforce.
Lisa Farnworth | Redding Campus
NHI is a place where everyone is able to show up as their best and highest self and unapologetically come and be as they are. I found the environment to be accepting, compassionate and full of very passionate, knowledgeable staff. NHI provided me with many tools to help me better care for people on a much more deep and profound level with the holistic approach in the Core Massage Therapy Program. I went on to complete the Advanced Neuromuscular Therapy (ANMT) Program which gave me the ability to work smarter instead of harder.
Brittany “Shon” Anderson | Studio City Campus
8 Month Massage Therapy Career Training Program With Classes Online and On-Campus
Massage Therapy has become the most widely used complementary care modality in the United States. More and more people turn to massage to treat injury, reduce pain and ease stress.
Whether you’re just starting out, ready to make a career change, or perhaps looking for a second source of income, you owe it to yourself to consider your potential as a Massage Therapist. If you’re a compassionate, intuitive person interested in holistic healing, helping others, and working in a clinical setting, becoming a professional bodyworker is a great choice for a rewarding career with a great job outlook!
Become A Qualified Massage Therapist
The Massage Therapy Training Program at National Holistic Institute (NHI) provides hands-on training, practical experience and industry support you need to become a qualified and confident massage therapist.
As a student in this program you’ll gain skills in Western massage modalities, including:
- Swedish
- Deep Tissue
- Lymphatic Massage
- Sports Massage
- Prenatal Massage
- Aromatherapy & Spa Life
- Foot Reflexology
- Hot Stone Massage
Plus, in-depth training in Eastern modalities, such as:
- Shiatsu
- Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Hand & Foot Reflexology
- Acupressure
- Energy Work
- Rocking & Shaking
- Thai Massage
In addition to comprehensive massage training, business and science classes equip you with all the skills you need to work in the rapidly-growing industry of massage therapy.
Real World Training
Massage is unquestionably a hands-on field, and at NHI we believe that’s how it should be taught. As a student in our program you’ll work on the public, under the guidance of licensed instructors, in our on-campus clinics. You’ll feel comfortable and fully prepared to transition from being a student to working as a massage therapy professional after gaining so much direct, real world experience before you graduate.
Convenient Morning, Afternoon & Evening Schedules
This program is designed to fit the needs of busy adult learners. We understand the lives our students lead, and how important it is to have balance that is why we offer a hybrid learning environment with classes online and on-campus. Many students are working, taking care of family and/or juggling other commitments while they attend school. Choose the schedule that best fits your lifestyle.
The full-time program can be completed in 8 months.
The part-time program can be completed in 10 months or 12 months.
Get Prepared for California State Certification
Upon completion of this program, graduates are fully prepared and qualified to take the MBLEX exam and apply for California Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC) Certification.
After completing 500 hours of the program, you’ll be eligible to begin the application process for CAMTC certification. Once you’re certified you can work in the massage therapy field. If you become certified before graduating the program, you can begin working while you finish your training.
Career Opportunities
NHI graduates enter the field with confidence, knowing they have the skills it takes to build the career they want. You will learn skills that allow you to run your own practice. You may choose to work full or part-time in a variety of exciting professional settings, such as:
Athletic
- Athletic Teams
- Marathons & Sporting Events
- Health Clubs & Fitness Centers
Holistic
- Wellness Centers
- Natural Food & Health Stores
- Rehabilitation Centers
- Massage Clinics
Professional
- Corporate
- Hospitals
- Medical Offices
- Chiropractic
- Physical Therapy
Luxury Lifestyle
- Spas
- Resorts
- Cruise Lines
- Upscale & Boutique Hotels
Entrepreneurial
- Own Your Own Business as a sole practitioner
- Provide on-site Chair Massage at offices, airports, retail locations, public and private events
We wholeheartedly believe that being a well-trained massage therapist gives you the ability to improve your life, career and community in ways that will make you and the people around you happier and more fulfilled.
Do What You Love!
Get The Support You Need To Launch A Successful Career
Massage training isn’t about getting a diploma to hang on the wall – it’s about developing the future you desire. As an NHI student you will be mentored by a dedicated and passionate team of massage therapy professionals committed to your success. You will also have access to a Student Life and Career Counselor to assist you with each step of becoming a massage therapist.
It is our mission at NHI to help you find work you love. Over 87% of our graduates are working in the field of massage therapy.
Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.
Erika Potts | Sacramento Campus
Accreditations
Accreditation is the process of evaluating a school or educational training program to determine whether it meets standards set up by an accrediting organization. When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It’s not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Is A Rewarding Career In Massage Therapy Right For You? Get More Information…
If you’re interested in learning more about careers in Massage Therapy and exploring whether NHI is right for you, fill out the form on this page and receive more information.
A helpful NHI Admissions Representative would be happy to answer any questions you have and help with everything from scheduling to financial aid.