Opportunities in Massage Therapy: Bonjour, Masseur |
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October 10, 2006
by AJ Fanter
aj.fanter@healthcare-programs.com
Healthcare Programs Columnist
Looking for a career that offers excellent flexibility and a growing number of job opportunities? Maybe it's time you considered enrolling in a massage therapy course.
No longer considered a luxury reserved for pro athletes or the rich and famous, massage therapy is a viable way for people with minor physical problems to avoid more costly surgeries and therapies. This means job opportunities are growing quickly for those who've completed massage therapy courses.
Jobs for Massage Therapy Course Graduates
While no massage therapy course can guarantee you a particular job or salary, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the average massage therapist makes between $9.23 and $23.10 per hour. In addition, employment opportunities are expected to grow by 18 to 26 percent in the next decade for those who've completed massage therapy training.
Massage Therapy As Treatment
What's driving the increasing popularity of massage therapy? First and foremost, it's the healthcare industry. According to the BLS, the industry now considers massage therapy useful for muscle problems, stress-related health problems and certain illnesses and diseases. Because massage therapy is gaining acceptance as a supplementary medical tool, by both insurance companies and medical providers, job opportunities will be increasing as well. When you think about how many baby boomers are now starting to suffer the aches and pains of old age, it's no wonder that massage therapy courses are filling up quickly coast to coast.
If you're looking for a flexible and rewarding career in an expanding field, a few courses in massage therapy could be the perfect medicine for you.
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About the Author
AJ Fanter is a freelance writer based in Reno, NV.
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