85 South Street
Highland, NY 12561

The Hudson Valley School of massage therapy in Highland, New York, offers a massage therapy program for individuals interested in a career as a massage therapist. Graduates of HVSMT are qualified to sit for the New York State licensing examination.

The Hudson Valley School of massage therapy training program provides 55 weeks of hand-on vocational training. The four-semester accelerated program requires 15 months to complete. Students begin learning massage technique within the first week of classes. Every student completes a required clinical internship of practicing learning skills with real clients. Additionally, HVSMT offers 28 hours of in-depth business training.

Hudson Valley School of Massage Therapy offers hands-on continuing education courses for licensed professionals and nationally certified professionals who want to learn new skills. Many massage therapists need credits for organizations such as the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), and the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP).

Founded in 2001, the Hudson Valley School of Massage Therapy is registered with the NYS Department of Education, Board of Regents, National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork ,and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association.

Quick Facts:

Hudson Valley School of Massage offers full-time and part-time morning, afternoon, and evening classes to accommodate even the busiest schedules.

Average class size is 12 students.

Shiatsu and Swedish massage services are offered in the teaching clinic to the public at discounted savings.

Massage is a recognized insurance-eligible member of mainstream health care.

Massage therapists can find employment in health service centers, athletic clubs, private spas, beauty salons, hotels and resorts, private practices, or their own clinic.

Chiropractors, osteopaths, physical therapists, and athletic organizations employ qualified massage therapists.

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