Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy

What do you need to become a successful massage therapist?

• Training that fully prepares you to be easily placed in any position in the massage field.
• A skill-set that can make you the most sought after therapist wherever you work.
• An atmosphere that nurtures and empowers you through a transformative process that is integrated into your educational experience.
• Training in proper body mechanics so you can enjoy longevity as a massage therapist.

"There are many personal benefits of going to the Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy. You learn about your personal body and your own personal health. You learn to be self-sufficient and you also have the confidence to go into the community."
–Marybeth Halayko, 2004 CNWSMT Graduate

Who Chooses Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage?

• Those who want job satisfaction. (Massage therapy is the #1 career for 2011 according to Bloomberg Businessweek.)
• Those interested in holistic health, integrative medicine and a clinically based massage education.
• Those wanting to be exceptional massage therapists.
• Those interested in health, wellness and personal transformation.
• Those interested in a cutting edge and comprehensive technique curriculum.
• Health professionals who want to learn massage.
• Entrepreneurial individuals interested in creating their own business and setting their own schedule.
• People who want to make a difference in their world and in people's lives

"CNWSMT has changed my life in so many ways. It has made me a better person, taught me to be an amazing therapist, and empowered me to start my own massage business. I will be forever grateful for the one on one help, advice and guidance from CNWSMT."
–Jen Sowle, LMT Saratoga Therapeutic Massage, 2010 CNWMST Graduate

How does Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy give you the tools you need to become a successful massage therapist?

• Small classes with an average student teacher ratio in hands-on classes of 12:1.
• Highly skilled and experienced faculty who have been teaching and practicing their passion for many years and are very effective at passing their wisdom, skill and experience on to you.
• An atmosphere and a community that nurtures and encourages the full empowerment and expression of who you are integrated into your educational experience.
• Our teaching methods naturally accommodate a variety of learning styles that can lead you to experience academic and professional success.
• An innovative and cutting edge curriculum
• Knowledge and skill set that gives you credibility and respect from potential referral sources such as: medical doctors, chiropractors, physical therapists, psychologists, and holistic health professionals
• Graduate with the ability to assess and treat a wide range of health issues.
• An entrepreneurial, comprehensive business curriculum that will give you the tools to start and succeed in your own massage business.

How can you help make school affordable for me?

Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy offers financial assistance in the form of Federal Student Aid including the Pell Grant, Stafford Direct Loans and Parent PLUS Loans. Additional government funding may be available for qualified students who are Veterans, students with disabilities, and students who are unemployed. Students may also apply for loans through select private lenders or choose from one of our Tuition Payment Plans. Our Financial Aid department will walk you through the process to help make it affordable for you to begin your massage career.

Does The Center for Natural Wellness Offer Continuing Education Hours?

Yes! The Red Pines Training Center is the continuing education branch of The Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy. New York State now requires all Licensed Massage Therapists to receive 36 hours of continuing education every three years. The Red Pines Training Center has recently been recognized by the New York State Education Department as a sponsor of continuing education for massage therapists. We Offer:

• NYS approved CE Hours for Licensed Massage Therapists
• NYS approved CE Hours for Physical Therapists
• Board of Certification (BOC) approved CE Hours for Athletic Trainers
• National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) approved for Licensed Massage Therapists

Is the Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy an Accredited School?

Yes! The Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges. CNWSMT is proud to be named a School of Distinction by ACCSC. This award recognizes schools that have demonstrated a commitment to delivering quality educational programs to the students, graduates and employers that deserve our best work.

Do you help me to find a job after I graduate?

The Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy has a placement rate of 78%. The Placement Director is available throughout the program to help students develop a vision for how they will practice massage upon graduation. The Placement Director is also available to alumni who would like further career assistance.

"You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step."
-Martin Luther King Jr.

Your Next Step:

Your future is in your hands! Simply request information to explore your possibilities and see if The Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy is the perfect place for you to start your massage therapy career. Contact us today!