Institute for Therapeutic Massage

The Institute for Therapeutic Massage, also known as ITM, was established in 1994 by Lisa Helbig, LMT (Licensed Massage Therapist), has multiple programs, 6 School Locations In New Jersey, 4 Hospital Affiliations, and offers:

• Title IV Financial Aid
• Full & Part Time Programs
• Day & Evening Classes
• Over 35 Continuing Education Classes
• Low Student : Teacher Ratios

Massage & Bodywork Program

Prepares you to become a multi-faceted massage therapist trained in Swedish, Medical Massage, and several allied Health & Wellness modalities, including sports, reflexology, aromatherapy, chair massage and more. Day and night time class schedules are available to provide the greatest amount of flexibility. Not only meets the requirements of New Jersey's certification standards, it also provides the knowledge needed to take the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCE) and the MBLEx Exam.

Eastern Bodywork & Shiatsu Program

Ideal if you are looking to Get Your New York Massage Therapy License, and practice as a therapist in that state, as well as those who are looking to add a new skill set to your massage therapy practice, and become a Shiatsu practitioner. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will have a thorough knowledge of eastern philosophies and Shiatsu as well as how the body works through advanced academic and hands-on training. When combined with the Massage & Bodywork program, provides a curriculum that exceeds all state requirements (with regards to the number of hours of attendance) while reflecting the most current techniques and research. Graduates are prepared and eligible to sit for the National Certification Examination (NCE) in Massage and Bodywork.

Oncology Massage Certification Program (OMCP)

The OMCP was developed to accommodate the growing need for qualified health & wellness professionals trained to not only become a massage therapist, but also perform medical massage on patients who currently have, or are a survivor of cancer. It is the first COMTA accredited program of its kind in the U.S., meets the requirements of New Jersey's certification standards, and provides students with the knowledge needed to take the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork.

Massage Therapy & Personal Training Program

Split between classroom teaching at our New Jersey massage school, and supervised, hands-on gym & massage time, this is great for those who want to become a massage therapist and personal trainer in New Jersey, and was developed to accommodate the growing need for qualified Health & Wellness professionals. This program is also suitable for those who are adding skills to their current profession as health care workers in nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, massage or other health-related fields.

ITM is a great place to begin a new career in the health & wellness industry, add a source of additional income, or expand upon the skill set that you already have. We have students ranging from 18-70, employed full time to recently retired, corporate executives to mothers returning to the work force., and whether you are at the beginning of your school / career search, or know exactly what it is that you want to do and where to go, we would love to speak with you, so please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions.

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