Hi, I am thinking about pursuing the career of a massage therapist. However, I am still learning about what the career entails in all aspects, but I have a specific question regarding the physical requirements of a job. What are those? Must you be a certain height, weight, etc.? This is a funny question, but what about the size of your hands? Any information regarding this question and the career of a massage therapist, in general, would be greatly appreciated! = )What are the physical requirements for a massage therapist?
There are no height or weight requirements that I am aware of associated with massage therapy. Also, hand size is not an issue that I'm aware of. I will tell you that most massage therapy schools, your nails must be neat and trimmed and you must maintain a professional appearance while in school.
Word to the wise: Be very careful as to which Massage Therapy program you attend, some are rip offs! Good luck!What are the physical requirements for a massage therapist?
I have been a Massage Therapist for 12 years now. I also helped write the curriculum for a Massage Therapy Certification Program at a local trade school and served as Program Supervisor and Instructor.
Please, Please take the advice of a previous poster and research all your training options carefully, cross reference with your State's licensing requirements, check out ones that may qualify for pell grants vs. student loans or in-house financing, and see how they run their student clinic.... when do they start you in it, how much do they make you do in one day?
I know Massage Therapists of all shapes, sizes and gender... including one that is blind.
I will add that clients can often tell when you don't love your job,
so check yourself to see if you can wrap your spirit around the emotional or psychological side of the profession as well.
It is very important to take care of yourself and build up your stamina for working as a Massage Therapist. I have seen newbies go out and try to do insurance work or rehab all day and make that $60-80,000 in the first years and just burn out and injure themselves to the point of not be able to do much massage at all.
I took it slow like I was taught and it has now been 12 great years....
I work at a Medical Day Spa and love the flexibility of scheduling, relaxed atmosphere, a little exercise for me and decent money.
I am a practicing licensed massage therapist and to my knowledge there are no physical requirements anywhere to become one. In fact, I believe it would be discrimination. Should you have some physical attributes? Yes, You should have good stamina and relatively healthy lifestyle habits. As a provider in the health care field; it's important to ';walk your talk'; as well as have the physical ability to do bodywork.
As for the size of your hands; it doesn't matter. As you learn to work smarter doing massage, you find that you include the use of forearms and elbows too, which lessens the potential strain on hands and fingers.
Friday, May 14, 2010
What is an average salary for a massage Therapist working for a spa?
I finished my 500 hours and have yet to put it to use in an actual work place... business is slow being a self employed massage therapist.
What is the going rate if the employer is hourly? What would I make an hour on average? What is normal hourly wage to ask for?What is an average salary for a massage Therapist working for a spa?
Average wage varies depending on location. The biggest benefit that an employer can offer is benefits. Health %26amp; Dental insurance, retirement, etc.
It also is nice if they provide employee festivities (picnic's, company outings) also.
What is the going rate if the employer is hourly? What would I make an hour on average? What is normal hourly wage to ask for?What is an average salary for a massage Therapist working for a spa?
Average wage varies depending on location. The biggest benefit that an employer can offer is benefits. Health %26amp; Dental insurance, retirement, etc.
It also is nice if they provide employee festivities (picnic's, company outings) also.
What would you look for in a massage therapist?
I am beginning training to be a certified massage therapist. What would YOU look for in an excellent bodywork practitioner? What things would you like? What things would you dislike? (Serious replies only, please. We're talking a profession and not a back alley massage.) Thanks!What would you look for in a massage therapist?
I have had many massages over the years at spas and medical centers. It depends what I am wanting from the massage. If I am at a spa, I look for someone that provides a relaxing experience, and is gentle
When I go for medical massage, for my arthritis and other problems, I look for someone who can ';read'; my muscles and pinpoint my problems. I look for someone who talks to me and explains what will work and why. I also look for someone that does ';active'; massage, that invloves stretches, etc. I also want someone physically strong enough to deeply work the muscles.What would you look for in a massage therapist?
the first thing is respect for your patient. Try to find out what he or she want. Listen carefully to the complaints and at last do not use strong body odors
Personally, I look for a masseuse with what I call a wide range of finger pressure. What I mean is they can press or knead lightly enough to detect sore pressure points without hurting the client and yet be strong enough when needed to untangle those knots. Also, most masseuses where I come from just ';go through the motions';. I'd love it if a massage therapist could have a repertoire of manipulations suitable to specific conditions and patients.
And it would help a lot if he/she could carry on a pleasant conversation as well :)
I look for:
A therapist who has my best interest at heart. One who wants to develop a serious therapuetic relationship with me.
I like:
A therapist who'll spend the time with me assessing my needs, so as to formulate some worthy treatment goals.
One who uses deep tissue techniques is a bonus, but not an absolute requirment.
I dislike:
A therapist who talks trash to me suggesting psuedo scientific crap like I should drink a lot of water after a massage because it will help flush out ';a lot of toxins';, when they can't seem to produce any scientific evidence that drinking water after a massage will do that.
I have had many massages over the years at spas and medical centers. It depends what I am wanting from the massage. If I am at a spa, I look for someone that provides a relaxing experience, and is gentle
When I go for medical massage, for my arthritis and other problems, I look for someone who can ';read'; my muscles and pinpoint my problems. I look for someone who talks to me and explains what will work and why. I also look for someone that does ';active'; massage, that invloves stretches, etc. I also want someone physically strong enough to deeply work the muscles.What would you look for in a massage therapist?
the first thing is respect for your patient. Try to find out what he or she want. Listen carefully to the complaints and at last do not use strong body odors
Personally, I look for a masseuse with what I call a wide range of finger pressure. What I mean is they can press or knead lightly enough to detect sore pressure points without hurting the client and yet be strong enough when needed to untangle those knots. Also, most masseuses where I come from just ';go through the motions';. I'd love it if a massage therapist could have a repertoire of manipulations suitable to specific conditions and patients.
And it would help a lot if he/she could carry on a pleasant conversation as well :)
I look for:
A therapist who has my best interest at heart. One who wants to develop a serious therapuetic relationship with me.
I like:
A therapist who'll spend the time with me assessing my needs, so as to formulate some worthy treatment goals.
One who uses deep tissue techniques is a bonus, but not an absolute requirment.
I dislike:
A therapist who talks trash to me suggesting psuedo scientific crap like I should drink a lot of water after a massage because it will help flush out ';a lot of toxins';, when they can't seem to produce any scientific evidence that drinking water after a massage will do that.
What is an average salary for a massage therapist?
I'm about to start school for massage I was woundering what a average salary is for a massage therapist?What is an average salary for a massage therapist?
WELL IT REALLY DEPENDS ON WHERE YOU ARE AT AND YOUR REPUTATION AND WHAT KIND OF MASSAGE.USUAL AROUND 30-40 A MASSAGE OR HOUR.IN FLORIDA YOU MAKE A KILLING AT IT!IT ALSO DEPENDS ON IF YOU WORK FOR A COMPANY OR INDEPENDENTLYWhat is an average salary for a massage therapist?
I am a certified animal massage therapist. I make $45/session for canine and $65/session equine.
people say 60 an hour but you have to remember to build clientele and wherever you work you have to give half then the ppl with insurance you will get paid even less than that....
in abilene tx. is anywhere from 30.00-50.00 a session of 1 hour. plus tips.
35.00 dollars per hour, if certified
WELL IT REALLY DEPENDS ON WHERE YOU ARE AT AND YOUR REPUTATION AND WHAT KIND OF MASSAGE.USUAL AROUND 30-40 A MASSAGE OR HOUR.IN FLORIDA YOU MAKE A KILLING AT IT!IT ALSO DEPENDS ON IF YOU WORK FOR A COMPANY OR INDEPENDENTLYWhat is an average salary for a massage therapist?
I am a certified animal massage therapist. I make $45/session for canine and $65/session equine.
people say 60 an hour but you have to remember to build clientele and wherever you work you have to give half then the ppl with insurance you will get paid even less than that....
in abilene tx. is anywhere from 30.00-50.00 a session of 1 hour. plus tips.
35.00 dollars per hour, if certified
What would be a better career, a massage therapist, or a school teacher?
What would be a better career, a massage therapist, or a school teacher?What would be a better career, a massage therapist, or a school teacher?
well it depends. if you want to work as a massage therapist, depending on how many customers you have you could be making more or less than a teacher. plus you may get clients who are just downright gross and you'd wanna be wearing gloves to touch them, haha. but as a teacher its a lot of hard work and you have to deal with a lot of kids and kids' parents. so its really your choice. they're both two very different professionsWhat would be a better career, a massage therapist, or a school teacher?
You can definitely make a career as an MT and be very successful. It just depends on the clientell you bring in and how much. I've heard of MT's that own lots of property and make a GREAT living. Just depends on how you do as an MT.eye liner
well it depends. if you want to work as a massage therapist, depending on how many customers you have you could be making more or less than a teacher. plus you may get clients who are just downright gross and you'd wanna be wearing gloves to touch them, haha. but as a teacher its a lot of hard work and you have to deal with a lot of kids and kids' parents. so its really your choice. they're both two very different professionsWhat would be a better career, a massage therapist, or a school teacher?
You can definitely make a career as an MT and be very successful. It just depends on the clientell you bring in and how much. I've heard of MT's that own lots of property and make a GREAT living. Just depends on how you do as an MT.
What is the average salary of a massage therapist in ottawa, ontario, canada?
I'd like to know for Ottawa in particular, but just Ontario or even just Canada would do.What is the average salary of a massage therapist in ottawa, ontario, canada?
Try this website.
Try this website.
What do you have to have to obtain a new jersey license for a massage therapist?
I am a massage therapist and was grandfathered in for my 550 hrs but some places required a lisence and I dont have one so what do I have to do ?What do you have to have to obtain a new jersey license for a massage therapist?
You go to a Massage/cosmetology School complete the hours/requirements, and then take a State board test...If your state dosen't give license, or have a stateboard test, They will give you a certificate.
You go to a Massage/cosmetology School complete the hours/requirements, and then take a State board test...If your state dosen't give license, or have a stateboard test, They will give you a certificate.
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