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Massage Therapists

Also known as: Bodywork Therapist, Certified Massage Therapist (CMT), Clinical Massage Therapist, Deep Tissue Massage Therapist, Integrated Deep Tissue Massage Therapist, Licensed Massage Practitioner (LMP), Licensed Massage Therapist, Massage Operator, Massage Therapist, Masseur

Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, or propose client therapy plans.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Less than High School3%
High School Diploma20%
Some College57%
Post-Secondary Certificate10%
Associate's Degree7%
Bachelor's Degree3%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None40%
Up to 1 month3%
1-3 months10%
3-6 months20%
6 months - 1 year10%
1-2 years7%
2-4 years7%
6-8 years3%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None40%
Up to 1 month40%
1-3 months7%
3-6 months13%

How AI Impacts Each Task

14 tasks analyzed

Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, or wellness maintenance.

Confer with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how massage will be most helpful.

Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body.

Maintain treatment records.

Assess clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion.

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Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

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Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$57,950

per year

Mean Wage

$63,430

per year

Employment

96K

workers

Wage Range

$33,280 - $97,450

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$33,280Median: $57,950$97,450
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