Right now everyone’s focused on “skilling up.” Whether you’re unemployed and have extra time or just see education as your ticket to a brighter future, now is probably the best time to take control of your career with education. One of the best areas to create your own financial and occupational well being is to provide well being to others. Massage therapy is an industry on the rise and seeing as stress isn’t going anywhere while people are looking to take better care of their bodies, the future could be limitless. More and more people are turning to massage therapy these days to straighten out and unwind. Massage therapy is a relatively inexpensive way to physical and mental wellness, which is why the demand for massage therapists continues.

You could give relief and wellness to people and call it a career! The benefits of massage for the body include promoting circulation, releasing endorphins, increasing flexibility and better posture, flushing toxins from the system, and an overall increase in both physical and mental well being. Plus the average income for a massage therapist is $55,654 a year, which is definitely good for your well being.

Starting a career is as simple as getting into a good program. We recommend East West College in Portland. Why did we choose East West? Their student pass rate is 90%, compare that to the 64% pass rate at local competing school of massage.

As East West College’s mission statement shows, it is a school with a student-oriented focus:

At East West College, students gain in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and pathology, and develop competence in a variety of massage modalities. This technical knowledge is supported by education in ethical practices, effective communication skills, individualized treatment planning approaches and professional practice strategies to meet the student’s personal goals. Students’ experience in hands-on sessions and the East West College Clinic develops confidence in their ability to bring nurturing, respectful touch to those around them. Throughout the program, students are encouraged, challenged and inspired to integrate their abilities to engage in critical thinking and to follow their intuition. This comprehensive approach prepares students to become successful members of the community of professional massage therapists, and to bring their healing touch to the world.

Some more pluses:

- East West offers day and evening classes that fit with most work schedules.
- Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
- You can check the school out by getting your own massage there. Call their Student Clinic and Professional Clinic at 503-233-6500.

Take your career in a new direction while helping people. Massage therapy is a career in wellness that pays.