Massage Therapy School in Crystal Lake, Illinois

40 Week* Massage Therapy Program

Get the Skills to Be a Massage Therapist

There are few things as rewarding as seeing someone smile when you’ve helped them. The reason? In these moments you’ve made someone’s day better, and this can be life-changing. Now imagine if you could do this through touch, working as a massage therapist.

Why Massage Therapy?

A career in massage therapy gives you the opportunity to make people feel their best through the healing power of touch. If you’re interested in health and wellness and are looking for a rewarding career that fits your lifestyle, becoming a professional massage therapist could be an excellent opportunity.

Flexible Schedules

Already working? No problem! Our massage therapy program is available in both daytime and nighttime programs. Daytime class hours are two days a week (Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs) from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, and the evening schedule is four nights a week (Mon through Thurs) from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

How to Become a Massage Therapist

We can help. If you’re looking for a massage therapy school near you, look no further. First Institute can provide you with the skills needed to become a massage therapist.

The Massage Therapy Program from First Institute in Crystal Lake, Illinois, blends art and science to provide the hands-on training, clinical experience and industry support it takes to pursue a healing career in massage therapy.

As a First Institute massage therapy student you receive personalized guidance from a dedicated instructor with years of experience working in the massage field. You’ll learn how to assess musculoskeletal problems and use massage treatment methods and techniques that address disorders of the neck, back, elbow, knee, sciatic nerve, and shoulder, as well as carpal and tarsal tunnel syndromes.

In addition to learning massage techniques and services, you’ll receive practical business training. This training will teach you how to manage a massage practice. Along the way, you’ll even learn valuable techniques for self-wellness.

Get the comprehensive tools to turn your passion into a rewarding, sustainable career.

Program Start Dates

  • May 31stMassage TherapyDay Class Tues/Thurs & Evening First Institute (Crystal Lake)
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The Business of Massage

In addition to massage techniques and services you’ll also receive practical business training, including managing a massage practice and valuable techniques for self-wellness.

Get the comprehensive tools to turn your passion into a rewarding, sustainable career.

The Skills You Will Learn Include:

  • Anatomy
  • Aromatherapy
  • Chair Massage
  • Deep Tissue Massage/Neuromuscular
  • Energetic Technique
  • Five Elements/Eastern Massage
  • Hot Stone Massage
  • Kinesiology
  • Pathology
  • Physiology
  • Reflexology
  • Sports Massage
  • Swedish Massage
  • Therapeutic Application
  • And More!

Get Real-World Experience – Onsite Student Clinic

Working as a massage therapist is a hands-on career. And at First Institute we believe that’s how it should be taught. As such, our onsite student clinics provide a valuable opportunity to apply classroom learning in a supervised professional setting on real clients. Better, you will have the opportunity to spend 160 hours getting practical experience in First Institute’s Healing Arts Center.

Feel fully prepared and have lots of confidence to make the transition from student to a professional massage therapist – you’ll gain so much practical clinic experience even before you graduate!

Career Opportunities

Did you know that therapy is the most widely used complementary care field in the United States. This means that graduates of this program have lots of opportunities for post-graduate employment.

Career Outlook & Compensation

In 2018, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that massage therapists earned a median income of $41,420 annually. As an added bonus, this field is expected to grow 22% over the next decade, which is well above the average occupational outlook.

Common Careers:

  • Clinical Massage Therapist
  • Dance Company Massage Therapist
  • Hot Stone Massage Therapist
  • Massage Therapist
  • Sports Massage Therapist
  • Swedish Massage Therapist

Many qualified massage therapists go on to be self-employed or start their own massage practice. This presents additional earning potential and opportunities for career advancement

Massage Therapy Certifications

As a graduate of this program, you are eligible to take the following certification exams to set yourself apart from the crowd and increase your potential employment opportunities:

  • Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBlex)
  • The State of Illinois State Massage Therapy License exam (MBlex is required)

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Funding Your Education

Many students require financial assistance to achieve their academic goals. At First Institute, Financial Aid is available to those that qualify. An experienced First Institute Financial Aid Advisor will help determine your eligibility, explore the best options for you and support you every step of the way through the application process.

Also, our programs qualify for a variety of military training assistance options, including GI Bill, MyCAA, REAP, DEA. Check out our Military Education Benefits page to learn more.

Get the Support You Need to Launch a Successful Career

Massage training isn’t about getting a certificate to hang on the wall – it’s about training for a rewarding career you care about. As such, First Institute is dedicated to supporting you throughout your career.

While First Institute cannot guarantee job placement, our Career Services Department maintains contact with prospective employers throughout Illinois and advises them of talented students’ abilities and availability. Career services can help you:

  • Create a cover letter and resume
  • Develop your interview skills
  • Assist you through the job search process

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

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

A helpful First Institute Admissions Representative would be happy to answer any questions you have and can help with everything from scheduling to financial aid.

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The best way to see if First Institute is the right fit for you is to see it for yourself. You can tour our facilities, get all your questions answered, and meet with both students and instructors. Schedule a Tour Now or Get more info >

 

For immediate questions, call 815-459-3500.

* 40 week program length when completed in normal time.