If you’re considering becoming a licensed massage therapist in Ohio I can’t blame you, it’s a beautiful state and great place to work as a therapist.
There are some great massage therapy schools in Ohio to choose from. Just type your ZIP code in the search box to find out if there are some schools near you.
Read on to find out what the requirements are to obtain a license, the fees, the best schools, and what to do next.
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Massage Therapy Schools in Ohio
Below is a list of some of the top massage therapy schools in Ohio. Take a browse or for a more up-to-date list by ZIP code use the box above.
You’ll find schools in all the major cities, like Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron, Dayton, Parma, and more.
Dayton School of Medical Massage
Dayton, OH, USA
+1 937-294-6994
Website – http://www.massageschools.com/
Cincinnati School of Medical Massage
Cincinnati, OH, USA
+1 513-469-6300
Website – http://www.massageschools.com/
Cleveland Institute of Medical Massage
Cleveland, OH, USA
+1 440-243-8650
Website – http://www.massageschools.com/
The Orion Institute, formerly known as Healing Arts Institute
Perrysburg, OH, USA
+1 419-874-4496
Website – http://orion.edu/
Harmony Path School of Massage Therapy
Rocky River, OH, USA
+1 216-815-3861
Website – http://www.harmonypath.org/
American Institute of Alternative Medicine
Columbus, OH, USA
+1 614-825-6255
Website – http://aiam.edu/
Stark State Massage Therapy Clinic
North Canton, OH, USA
+1 330-305-6600
Website – https://www.starkstate.edu/locations/massage-therapy-clinic/
Dayton School of Medical Massage
Lima, OH, USA
+1 419-998-2984
Website – http://www.massageschools.com/
SHI Integrative Medical Massage School
Lebanon, OH, USA
+1 513-932-8712
Website – http://www.shischool.com/
Institute of Therapeutic Massage
Lima, OH, USA
+1 866-897-0949
Website – http://www.iotm.edu/
Ohio Institute
Columbus, OH, USA
+1 614-299-9438
Website – NA
Miami-Jacobs Career College
Columbus, OH, USA
+1 614-360-9320
Website – http://www.miamijacobs.edu/campuses/career-training-columbus
Blanchard Valley Academy
Findlay, OH, USA
+1 419-423-2628
Website – http://www.bvamt.com/
Stautzenberger College
Brecksville, OH, USA
+1 440-838-1999
Website – http://sctoday.edu/
Miami Jacobs Career College
Springboro, OH, USA
+1 937-648-3166
Website – http://www.miamijacobs.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 Ohio
There are some education and examination requirements to obtain a license to practice massage therapy in the state of Ohio.
You will have to complete a minimum of 750 hours of education at an approved school. A wide range of areas will be covered in the curriculum as directed by your school.
You will also have to pass the MBLEx. The Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam set by the Federation.
If you have any questions about the education criteria or examination I recommend contacting the State Medical Board of Ohio who handle the licensing in the state.
State Medical Board of Ohio Contact Details
You can find additional and up-to-date information about the massage therapy licensing process in Ohio at the State Medical Board of Ohio.
Their contact details are as follows:
State Medical Board of Ohio
Columbus, OH, USA
+1 614-466-3934
Website – http://med.ohio.gov/
Why Choose Ohio for Massage Therapy Schooling?
An interesting little bit of information – Ohio was the first state to offer a license to qualified massage therapists in the US back in 1916.
It’s still a very forward thinking state to-date when it comes to massage therapists. The State Medical Board of Ohio does a great job overseeing the licensing process.
There is a lot to do in Ohio if you’re moving there to complete your schooling. From a business standpoint it, s not overly competitive, so there are opportunities to work as a qualified therapist.
The first thing you need to do is find a school from the list above, then take the first step towards your new career as a massage therapist in Ohio.
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.
