If you’re looking for massage therapy schools in Florida you’re in luck because they are plenty of good schools to choose from.
Just type your ZIP code in the search box to bring up a list of all the schools near you or your desired postal district.
So, whether it’s the awesome climate, the culture, or you already live in Florida, here is everything you need to know to get licensed and start practicing massage therapy in the state of Florida.
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Massage Therapy Schools in Florida
Below are some of the top massage therapy schools in Florida. For an up-to-date list of schools or to find one near to you just type your ZIP code in the box above.
Florida has a lot of massage schools. You should be able to find a school in all the major cities, such as Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota, Winter Park, and more.
Beachside School of Massage and Beauty
Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA
+1 850-226-7874
Website – beachsidemassageschool.com
Florida School of Massage
Gainesville, FL, USA
+1 352-378-7891
Website – floridaschoolofmassage.com
Alpha School of Massage
Jacksonville, FL, USA
+1 904-389-9117
Website – alphaschoolofmassage.com
Sarasota School of Massage Therapy
Sarasota, FL, USA
+1 941-957-0577
Website – sarasotaschoolofmassagetherapy.edu
Cortiva Institute – Tampa / St. Pete
Pinellas Park, FL, USA
+1 727-541-5200
Website – cortiva.com
Florida Academy
Fort Myers, FL, USA
+1 800-324-9543
Website – florida-academy.edu
Hollywood Institute of Beauty Careers
Hollywood, FL, USA
+1 954-922-5505
Website – hi.edu/locations/hollywood
Massage CE Institute
Jacksonville, FL, USA
+1 904-343-5565
Website – massageceinstitute.com
Educating Hands School of Massage
Miami, FL, USA
+1 305-783-2660
Website – educatinghands.com
Florida School of Advanced Bodywork – Clinical/Medical Massage Therapy
Jacksonville, FL, USA
+1 904-337-1602
Website – floridasab.com
Pensacola School of Massage Therapy & Health Careers
Pensacola, FL, USA
+1 850-474-1330
Website – psmthc.com
Health and Beauty Institute of America- Beauty School and Massage School
Casselberry, FL, United States
+1 407-797-2597
Website – healthandbeautyus.com
Central Florida School of Massage Therapy
Winter Park, FL, USA
+1 407-673-6776
Website – massagetherapy.cc
Source Institute Massage School & Therapeutic Bodywork of Fort Walton Beach
Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA
+1 850-598-3633
Website – source-institute.com
Source Institute Massage School & Therapeutic Bodywork of Crestview
Crestview, FL, USA
+1 850-598-7503
Website – source-institute.com
The Center for Neurosomatic Studies
Clearwater, FL, USA
+1 800-656-1407
Website – studynstherapy.com
Soothing Arts Healing Therapies School of Massage & Skin Care
Miramar Beach, FL, United States
+1 850-269-0820
Website – soothingarts.com
Orlando School of Thai Massage
Maitland, FL, USA
+1 407-331-8424
Website – orlandoschoolofthaimassage.com
Wood Hygienic Institute
Kissimmee, FL, USA
+1 407-933-0009
Website – woodhygienicinstitute.com
Hollywood Institute of Beauty Careers
West Palm Beach, FL, USA
+1 561-547-6333
Website – hi.edu
Healing Hands Institute
Miami, FL, USA
+1 786-401-6270
Website – healinghandsinstitute.net
Bene’s Career Academy
New Port Richey, FL, USA
+1 727-848-8415
Website – benes.edu
Bene’s Career Academy – Spring Hill
Spring Hill, FL, USA
+1 352-263-2744
Website – benes.edu
Have I missed any schools? If you want me to add your school to my listing just drop me a mail here.
Schooling and Licensing Requirements in Florida
The education requirements to obtain your license in Florida must include a minimum of 500 hours of education.
This should be broken down as follows:
- 150 hours – Anatomy and physiology
- 125 hours – Clinical practice
- 100 hours – Massage theory and history
- 76 – hours – Allied modalities
- 15 hours – Hydrotherapy
- 15 hours – Business
- 10 hours – Florida laws and rules
- 4 hours – Professional ethics
- 3 hours – HIV/AIDS training
- 2 hours – Medical errors
You will also need to sit and pass the MBLEx, or the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam.
It’s a multiple choice exam, you can find out more about where and when you can sit the exam by contacting The Florida Board of Massage Therapy, details below.
You can apply for your license and track your progress as you complete all the requirements through their website below.
Florida Board of Massage Therapy Contact Details
Applications, information, and support for studying, licensing, and practicing massage therapy can be found on the Florida Board of Massage Therapy website, or by giving them a call.
Their contact details are as follows:
Florida Board of Massage Therapy
Tallahassee, FL, USA
+1 850-488-0595
Website – http://floridasmassagetherapy.gov/
Why Choose Florida for Massage Therapy Schooling?
Florida is the 3rd largest state in the US. There is huge potential for starting a business or working at one of the many health spas in the state when you’re licensed.
It’s certainly a popular location for people who enjoy the finer weather and a more laid back approach to living.
The requirements to get your license are not too difficult, and there are plenty of top massage therapy schools in Florida to help take you through the paces.
It’s a popular choice for students, but don’t let that put you off. The competition is healthy, and there is an ever growing demand for skilled therapists.
I’m a MA, (CMT) Certified Massage Therapist, Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), and Reiki Master — I’m a licensed massage therapist with over 10 years of experience in the industry.