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Are Massage Therapists Allowed To Work Internationally?

Massage Career

Opportunities for working abroad may seem like a fantasy for some massage therapists. However, this dream has become a reality for many. Although the process is not without its challenges, if you pursue the proper license and education, you may be able to  work as an in-house or mobile massage therapist in paradise! We help […]

Mary S, Massage Therapy

Testimonials

Meet Mary Schmarje, a 2019 graduate of our Massage Therapy program. Mary is currently employed by TLC Massage Therapy as a Licensed Massage Therapist. After graduating, Mary was confident in her skills, “my teachers worked very hard to teach us the curriculum in a way we would all understand. They were patient, honest and held

Choose A Massage School

Massage Therapist School

Finding the best massage therapy school to fit your needs is an important part of the journey toward a rewarding career. That’s why there are several factors to take into consideration when choosing your training program. Choose a Massage School with These Qualities Location: First Institute is located in Crystal Lake, IL and serves students in northern […]

How Can Reflexology Training Benefit Your Massage Therapy Career

Massage Training

You can get a degree in massage therapy at First Institute and take the first step toward a career in reflexology. Do you like to help people? Would you like a career that is fulfilling and rewarding? You may want to train as a reflexologist, and work in one of the most popular modalities of […]

Combine Your Love of Sports with Massage Therapy

Become A Massage Therapist

Use Your Love of Sports to Help Others If you are interested in massage therapy as a career choice, you may want to specialize in a certain area. One popular area of massage therapy is sports massage. Being a sports massage therapist can be an exciting career path for people who love sports or for […]

Sports Massage Therapy Career

Massage Career

Learn Sports Massage to Enhance Your Massage Therapy Career Students pursuing a massage therapy career: do you know about sports massage? If not, you’ve come to the right place! Sports massage isn’t just for professional athletes, contrary to common belief. When the practice was first introduced, yes, sports massage was intended to prepare athletes’ bodies […]

Massage Therapy Etiquette

Become A Massage Therapist

Professional Etiquette Keeps Massage Therapy Clients Comfortable When most people think of massage, they envision a relaxing experience in which one can let go of their troubles and physical pain, while also rejuvenating their mind and body. And because the experience is so personal and involves close contact with a massage therapist, the client naturally falls […]

Massage Relieves Allergies

Massage Program

By Gina Kraman Allergy sufferers have another tool to fix their itchy, watery eyes, sinus pressure, and other seasonal discomforts without popping pills:  massage. Scientific studies of “psycho-neuro-immunology” document the connection between massage and healing, including allergies, explains Dr. Julie Kotiw.  In addition to being a chiropractor, certified massage therapist, and registered yoga teacher, Kotiw […]

Massage Therapist Skills

Massage Training

Think you have what it takes to succeed in massage therapy? Well, if you’re training with First Institute, so do we! Within the Massage Therapy program, you’ll learn the ins and outs of proper massage therapy, as well as gather a deeper understanding of the massage business as a whole. Here, we explain what we […]