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Massage Therapy Program

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Gain freedom, confidence, and the skills for a fulfilling massage career

30 Week* Massage Therapy Program in Vienna, VA

Massage Therapy is a rewarding and growing field. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the Massage Therapy industry to grow by 20% nationally from 2021 to 2031**. With demand growing as the population ages, now is a great time to enter the industry. Whether you prefer to work with your hands, want flexible hours, or are looking for a good self-employment opportunity, Massage Therapy provides a variety of hands-on work opportunities in a growing number of settings.

Feel confident entering your practice and deliver more value to your clients. Improve their health and relieve pain through the portable, hands-on skills of Massage Therapy.

 
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The best way to see if AMBI Massage School is the right fit for you is to contact an admissions representative. Get more information on our programs, class schedules, and financial aid options so that you can make an informed decision about your future. Get more info or Book a Tour.

Get the Skills to Build a Successful Massage Career

At the American Massage & Bodywork Institute, we train skilled Massage Therapists with a comprehensive program that exceeds both state and national standards for Massage Therapist training.

We understand traditional school settings are not for everyone. That’s why we’re different: master your techniques with hands-on training, practical experience, and industry support through active learning. The Massage Therapy program carefully balances developing technical skills with cultivating your natural talents. With two timetables (Day & Evening/Weekend) to choose from, you get to learn at a pace that best suits your life.

You’ll get great value when you train at AMBI. With 750 hours* of massage training, our massage therapy program prepares you over and above licensing requirements. You’ll feel confident entering the massage industry after you gain so much focused, hands-on instruction.

All of our classes focus on learning-by-doing and are led by experienced massage professionals. You get the personalized attention you need to improve quickly and gain the real-world skills that clients and employers expect.

Here are just some of the areas you’ll be familiar with after finishing our program:

  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Kinesiology
  • Pathology
  • Massage Theory & Technique
  • The Business of Massage
  • Basic CPR/First Aid Training
  • and more!

Hands-on, practical learning extends beyond the classroom at AMBI. That’s why while you train with us, you will practice what you’ve learned in our Student Clinic. By practicing on real clients, you will gain work experience and confidence in your skills, and will feel ready to get out there in the exciting world of massage.

While at AMBI, you will also create your own marketing and business plan; this will give you a competitive edge, as employers appreciate working with people who understand the business side of massage therapy, even if you don’t plan on starting your own practice.

As a graduate, you will have the skills to help others and the knowledge needed to turn your massage talents into a viable, lasting profession.

And the best part? You could be pursuing your license in as little as 30 weeks*!

Join our growing industry, and discover the rewarding, flexible career you’ve always wanted.

Tuition Information

Tuition: $12,100
Books & Supplies: $895
Total Program Cost: $12,995

If you’re interested in learning if you qualify for financial aid, click here. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

Is a Career as a Massage Therapist Right for You? Take the AMBI “Massage Therapy Career Training Readiness Quiz”

This fun, online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete and you’ll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style plus the training and positions you’re best suited for. Get Your Massage Therapy Career Training Readiness score now >>

Career Opportunities

Being trained as a Massage Therapist opens the doors to many opportunities across the country. No matter if you want to stay in Virginia or practice in another state, there are both job and business opportunities for those licensed in a given state.

Some places you may work at as a Massage Therapist include:

  • Spas
  • Salons
  • Clinics
  • Airports
  • Hotels
  • Resorts
  • Chiropractic Offices
  • Fitness Centers
  • In Your Own Home or Other Space With Your Own Practice

With such a variety of options for work, AMBI prepares you for a career that can take you where you want to be, working the way you want to!

The American Massage & Bodywork Institute is a wonderful massage school and I find myself often recalling happy memories from my seven months there. I also recommend it to other people considering getting into massage therapy. The instructors are very professional and knowledgeable and are always willing to go the extra mile to ensure your success.
Graham C

Convenient Schedules

The AMBI Massage Therapy program meets 20 hours per week with an additional 5 hours per week of online independent study. Altogether, the program is made up of seven, 100-hour courses which gives you a total of 750 hours of training*. The program is taught in a linear, logical, and orderly fashion; students progress through each step of the program once they demonstrate competency in a course.

Training can, and should, fit around your life. When you enroll at AMBI, you can choose between two different schedules:

  • Day classes, Monday through Thursday from 9:15am – 3:00pm, or
  • Evening/weekend classes, Tuesday through Thursday from 6:00pm – 10:30pm, and Saturday from 9:00am – 6:00pm

The day and evening/weekend classes are approximately 30-32 weeks*.

New classes start as often as every six weeks!

Get Prepared for the MBLEx State Licensing Exam

Anyone wishing to practice massage must first be licensed by the state. During your training at AMBI, you will receive help with preparation for the MBLEx state licensing exam, offered by the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB). Go into the exam feeling confident and prepared after taking 5 practice MBLEx exams before completing the program.

Is a Rewarding Career in Massage Therapy Right For You? Get More Info…

If you’re interested in learning more about careers in Massage Therapy and exploring whether AMBI is right for you, fill out the form on this page to receive more information.

For immediate questions, call 571-620-7170

*Program length when completed in normal time
**https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/massage-therapists.htm#tab-6

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