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Massage Therapy Program at Aveda Institutes in Denver, Tucson, and Provo
Massage therapists help clients manage their pain and stress while helping them feel better overall. If this rewarding career sounds like one you’d enjoy, consider training to become a licensed massage therapist. Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes is a beauty and wellness institution offering a range of training programs to students, including massage therapy. Offered at our campuses in Tucson, Arizona, Denver, Colorado, and Provo, Utah, our massage therapy program may be the right career move for you.
Massage Therapy Program at Aveda Institutes in Denver, Tucson, and Provo
Massage therapists help clients manage their pain and stress while helping them feel better overall. If this rewarding career sounds like one you’d enjoy, consider training to become a licensed massage therapist. Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes is a beauty and wellness institution offering a range of training programs to students, including massage therapy. Offered at our campuses in Tucson, Arizona, Denver, Colorado, and Provo, Utah, our massage therapy program may be the right career move for you.
About Our Massage Therapy Program and Curriculum
The massage therapy program at Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes is a 600-hour course that provides students with a solid massage foundation to start their careers. Students receive individualized instruction from our experienced instructors, along with hands-on practice in our student salon and spa. This unique massage therapy curriculum prepares students to succeed in the industry. Topics in our curriculum include:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Kinesiology
- Pathology
- Body systems
- Proper draping techniques
- Ayurveda
- Hydrotherapy
- Introduction to deep tissue massage
- Lymphatic massage
- Acupressure
- Swedish massage
- Massage theory
- Professional standards
- Ethics and business practices
- Sanitation and universal precautions
- Spa floor experience
- Client communication and recommendations
Once they’ve completed our massage therapy program, students will be ready to take the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx), which is recognized for licensing in many states. At Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes, we offer various program start points, along with daytime and evening classes, to help students with busy schedules start the journey toward a new career.
Massage Therapy Career Opportunities
Careers in massage therapy have a very strong job outlook, with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimating that employment of massage therapists is projected to grow 18% through 2032. This growth is much faster than the average for all occupations, resulting in an estimated 22,000 openings for massage therapists each year over the decade. These job openings are available in a wide variety of settings. Once you become licensed as a massage therapist, you can choose to work in:
- Spas: Specialize in one type of massage or offer multiple, including deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, prenatal massage, and more.
- Wellness centers: Offer a relaxing massage experience to relieve stress, tension, and pain.
- Resorts and hotels: Provide a variety of relaxing massages to guests, including Swedish massage, hot stone massage, and more.
- Fitness centers/yoga studios: Help clients relax and relieve tight muscles after workout sessions.
- Chiropractic or medical offices: Give clients deep tissue massages to improve range of motion when combined with other chiropractic techniques.
- Rehabilitation facilities: Provide massage as part of a physical therapy or rehabilitation program to relieve pain, inflammation, and scar tissue.
- Sports teams: Use specific sports massage techniques to help reduce pain and inflammation in athletes and improve performance during games.
- Nursing homes: Specialize in geriatric or elder massage to relieve pain in older clients.
Besides providing massages, massage therapists can also work as spa managers or assistants, physical therapy assistants, estheticians, and more. Massage therapists can even work for themselves as independent contractors. Some of these career choices may require additional preparation, but your massage therapy program training will provide you with a strong starting point.
Why Choose Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes for Massage Therapy Training?
The massage therapy program at Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes aims to prepare students for successful careers. We provide students with the necessary skills and techniques to start, including various massage techniques, communicating with clients, guest relations, career development, and more. In addition to a solid educational foundation, the massage therapy training at Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes offers other advantages to students. These include:
- Firsthand experience with real clients, under the supervision of instructors
- Training and services that embrace plant-based Aveda brand products and philosophies
- Classes often held three days per week to meet the 600-700 hours for licensure
- Various start times throughout the year
- Daytime and evening classes
- Financial aid options available to students who qualify
Professional Career Training
Along with learning how to communicate with clients, address their concerns, and make sound recommendations, students gain an education in the best practices in business, professionalism, and ethics. From guest relations to career development, our curriculum helps prepare you for real-world scenarios. Possible career settings for our graduates may include:
- Resorts and spas
- Wellness centers
- Hotels
- Fitness centers
- Chiropractic settings
- Yoga studios
- Rehabilitation facilities
Harnessing the potential to carve out your career path and enjoy flexible work environments begins here. Whether your goal is to own a spa or work at a local medical facility in the area, our program provides valuable training that students can take with them beyond graduation.
If the cost of the program is holding you back from pursuing an education in massage, it’s possible to do what you love at Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes. You can apply for financial aid to balance the cost of pursuing an education in massage. Opportunities for financial aid are available for qualified students, including scholarships, student loans, veterans programs, and others
Talk to our Dream Makers to learn more about what options may be available to you, such as federal grants, loans, and monthly payment plans.
Each of our locations offers different class times to meet your busy schedule. Reach out to learn when classes start next!
With the Aveda name behind us, we strive to prepare students for their future careers in the massage industry. Our mission is to give back to those around us, which means you can have the opportunity to participate in special events to benefit those around you while still in school.
If you want to push your career further, you can ask us about our study abroad opportunities, available to certain students on a competitive application process. These opportunities are not included in our program and require additional fees.
Our curriculum provides a comprehensive education that takes you from bodywork and alignment to energy work and aromaology. Some of the courses in our curriculum include:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Kinesiology
- Pathology
- Body systems
- Proper draping techniques
- Ayurveda
- Hydrotherapy
- Introduction to deep tissue
- Lymphatic massage
- Acupressure
- Swedish massage
- Massage theory
- Professional standards
- Ethics and business practices
- Sanitation and universal precautions
- Spa floor experience
- And more!
Denver: 650 hours
Provo: 600 hours
SOC Code 31-9011.00 Massage Therapists
CIP Code – 51.3501 Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
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Apply to Our Massage Therapy Program in CO, UT, and AZ Today
If this rewarding career sounds like it might be right for you, don’t wait to enroll in our massage therapy program at Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes. Visit our admissions page to learn more about the application and enrollment process. Upcoming classes available at our Provo, UT, Denver, CO, and Tucson, AZ, campuses are filling up fast, so don’t delay. Request more information about the massage therapy school locations today to get started.
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Embark on a career path in wellness that leaves clients feeling renewed. Our Dream Makers can help you get started. Reach out today to learn more about our massage therapy schools in Denver, Colorado, and Provo, Utah.
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Massage Therapy Program in Colorado and Utah
Massage has the power to help, heal, and rejuvenate. From relieving tension and stress to easing pain and aiding in recovery, a licensed massage therapist can help restore emotional and physical balance. Begin your journey into wellness as a professional massage therapist at Inspire Greatness Aveda Institutes. Offered at our campuses in Tucson, AZ, Denver, CO, and Provo, UT, our massage therapy program helps prepare you for a rewarding, impactful career that brings mind, body, and spirit together.
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