How to become a Masseuse/Massage Therapist: Education requirements

The requirements to practice massage therapy as a certified masseuse are actually quite light. You must have a minimum of 500-1000 hours of training (depending on the state) in massage therapy in addition to passing a certification It's quite easy to become a licensed Masseuseexam. A masseuse should also look into training in alternative medicine as well as psychology as both of these help their clients relax and can greatly increase the masseuse’s salary. Many states require that you complete an educational program that has been state-approved. You might be like to know how much a masseuse makes in a year. Also read our guide to paying for Beauty School and the list of the top massage therapy schools.