Massage Therapy

Certificate

Pursue a career that improves others’ health and well-being. Our massage school teaches massage modalities and business practices for an in-demand career.

San Jacinto College’s Massage Therapy Certificate of Technology is built for people who want to turn a helping touch into a real career. In just one year of full-time study, you’ll gain the technical knowledge, lab skills, and hands-on experience to feel confident, prepared, and ready for your career.

Career Ready in Two Semesters

Finish faster and start sooner. Full-time students can complete the program in two semesters, so you can move from “interested” to “in the field” without a long wait.

Hands-On Training That Builds Confidence

Massage therapy is a skill you learn by doing. You’ll practice in lab settings and build real technique through hands on training, so you’re not just learning about massage, you’re learning how to do it well.

Graduate holding Certificate and Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Application

Prepare for the MBLEx and Texas Licensure

This program is designed to prepare you to successfully complete Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) and pursue Texas licensure as a Licensed Massage Therapist, so your training lines up with where you’re headed.

A Complete View of the Profession

You’ll cover the key aspects of massage therapy, not just technique, but the real expectations that come with the profession.

Earning Potential

$51,755

Time to Complete

1 Year

Location

South

Opportunities

Massage therapy establishments
Wellness centers
Chiropractic Offices
More

Locations

South Campus

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Massage Therapy, Certificate of Technology

Certificate

The Massage Therapy Certificate of Technology is a course of study designed to meet the needs of those students desiring to enter the massage therapy profession. The program prepares students with the technical knowledge and lab skills to gain licensure for the state of Texas as a licensed massage therapist.

1 Year

If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 24 credits for this certificate in two terms.

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How long does the Massage Therapy program take to complete

Full time students can complete the Massage Therapy Certificate of Technology in two semesters, which is about one year.

What will I learn in the Massage Therapy program

You will build the technical knowledge, lab skills, and hands on training needed for massage therapy. The program covers the key aspects of the profession so you can feel confident using real techniques in real world settings.

Will this program prepare me for licensure in Texas

Yes. The program is designed to prepare you to complete national licensing exams and pursue Texas licensure as a Licensed Massage Therapist

What do I need to know before I enroll in a program leading to occupational licensure at San Jacinto College?

Completion of a program at San Jac does not guarantee eligibility for licensure or certification.

This program leads to a license from the Texas Department of License and Regulation (TDLR). TDLR now requires applicants to provide documentation of lawful presence in the United States for both initial license issuance and renewals.

Students who are unable to provide the required lawful presence documentation will not be eligible to obtain or renew a TDLR-issued license, even if they successfully complete the program.

If you are applying for a license and do not have a Social Security number, the TDLR provides the following application.

Please check with the program advisor or department for more details.