If you’re looking for massage therapy schools in Utah to study and obtain a license to practice massage there are some great schools to choose from.
Just type your ZIP code in the search box to find out if there are some schools near you or where you want to relocate to.
With the endless beautiful landscapes, historic landmarks, and a warm and inviting culture, Utah is a good choice to start a business or study a profession.
Read on for everything you need to know about the requirements to obtain a license to work as a massage therapist, the schools, fees, and more.
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Massage Therapy Schools in Utah
Below is a list of some of the top massage therapy schools in Utah. 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 Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Provo, West Jordan, Orem, Sandy, and more.
Utah College of Massage Therapy
Orem, UT, USA
+1 801-796-0300
Website – http://www.ucmt.com/
Healing Mountain Massage School (Salt Lake City Campus)
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
+1 801-355-6300
Website – http://www.healingmountain.edu/
Renaissance College-Massage Program
Bountiful, UT, USA
+1 801-292-8515
Website – http://renaissancecollege.edu/
Utah College of Massage Therapy – Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
+1 800-617-3302
Website – http://www.ucmt.com/
Zion Massage College
St George, UT, USA
+1 435-261-4203
Website – http://www.zionmassagecollege.com/
Healing Mountain Massage School (Cedar City Campus)
Cedar City, UT, USA
+1 435-586-8222
Website – http://healingmountain.edu/
Massage Therapy Academy
St George, UT, USA
+1 435-673-4101
Website – http://www.massagetherapyacademy.net/
The Skin Institute School of Esthetics & Massage
St George, UT, USA
+1 435-673-7696
Website – http://theskininstitute.org/
Eagle Gate College
Layton, UT, USA
+1 801-546-7500
Website – http://eaglegatecollege.edu/
The Padgen Institute of Healing Arts
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
+1 801-355-1983
Website – NA
SkinScience Institute: Utah County Campus
Orem, UT, USA
+1 801-983-0619
Website – http://skinscienceinstitute.com/
S C I School-Massage Therapy
St George, UT, USA
+1 435-674-9003
Website – NA
Eagle Gate College
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
+1 801-333-8100
Website – http://www.eaglegatecollege.edu/
Aveda Institute Provo
Provo, UT, USA
+1 801-375-1501
Website – http://www.avedainstituteprovo.com/
Innate Health Resource Center and School of Natural Healing
Logan, UT, USA
+1 435-753-7730
Website – NA
Provo College
Provo, UT, USA
+1 801-818-8900
Website – http://www.provocollege.edu/locations.php
Broadview University – Layton
Layton, UT, USA
+1 801-660-6000
Website – http://www.broadviewuniversity.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 Utah
To obtain a license in the state of Utah you need to either complete an apprenticeship or a school-based program.
There are different requirements for each path, take a look and see which method suits you more.
Apprenticeship Program Requirements
You will need to complete a minimum of 1,000 hours of experience over a year period. These hours will cover the following areas:
- 310 hours – Hands-on instruction
- 300 hours – Massage therapy services
- 125 hours – Anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology
- 120 hours – Massage therapy techniques
- 40 hours – Professional standards
- 40 hours – Pathology
- 15 hours – Sanitation and precautions
School-based Program Requirements
You will need to complete a minimum of 600 hours education at an approved school. These hours will cover the following areas:
- 285 hours – Massage therapy theory and technique
- 125 hours – Anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology
- 100 hours – Coursework
- 40 hours – Pathology
- 35 hours – Business standards
- 15 hours – Sanitation, CPR, and first aid
You will also need to pass one of the national massage therapy exams. Such as the MBLEx, NCETM, or the NCETMB.
The exam can change depending on your level of experience and type of training you elected to take.
I recommend checking with the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing who is the governing body for massage therapy licensing in the state.
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing Contact Details
For applications, up-to-date information, and help with any questions you may have you can check the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing website or contact them directly.
Their contact details are as follows:
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
+1 801-530-6628
Website – https://dopl.utah.gov/licensing
Why Choose Utah for Massage Therapy Schooling?
Utah is a little unique in the two methods you can choose to earn your license, and I like the option of an apprenticeship to get that hands-on experience while training.
There are some really good schools as you’ll find above and they will all talk you through the process so don’t worry about being uncertain what to do next.
Utah as a state is an awesome place to live if you want a quieter living pace than the large cities. If you’re an outdoors enthusiast you’ll fall in love with the land.
There is always a demand for skilled therapists in the state and are plenty of work opportunities, so take the first step today towards your new career and contact a school in Utah.
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.