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How long do I have after graduation to sit for my National Certification?

I graduated in 2008 and due to a cancer issue, was unable to study/apply for a date to take the National Cert test. I was advised that it is now too late,

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Website Advertising

I was surprised to see you did not mention the advantages of advertising online. I have practiced for over 10 years and have found that the internet provides

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Thinking of going to Mexico to work

Is there in laws in Mexico to practice massage I am thinking of applying at the resorts and spas in Mexico not New Mexico but the Mexico below the boarder

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Relocating from California to Greenwich, CT., and want to practice in NYC

Hello! I am moving next year to Greenwich, CT. I want to practice massage with private clients in CT. I am going to work at a spa in NYC. In California,

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Moving to NJ from Florida

I am planning on moving to NJ from FL and need to know what I need to do to transfer my license to

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Ayurvedic Massage

I am wondering , if I have a certificate from an Ayurvedic school in India where I have studied for 1 month do I still have to get licensed in NY for

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Losing your Massage License

I am curious as to what would cause a license to be revoked? I have a friend who wants to pursue massage therapy as a new career but is currently

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Requirements for taking National Massage Certification Test

I went to a private massage teacher in Pennsylvania and the school was not accredited with the state. Am I able to take my national certification

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Moving from Washington State to California

I am a Licensed Massage Therapist in Washington State and plan on moving to California to practice Massage Therapy. Does anyone know what I need to

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how come there's not massage internships

you get out from school and try to get into a spa, good luck with that one,no certification, no State license, no can do, is there any places that you

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Working in for myself, seeing priviate clients

I loved working for myself, because my clients and I were so close and I felt I really knew them and knew exactly what was going on, therefore I

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Remember to cut your nails

I went on a job interview for massage and this was my first massage interview ever. I didn't think they were going to make me demonstrate a massage so

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Do I need to take either a National or a Florida State Massage Therapy exam?

Hi...I went to the Florida School of Massage in Gainesville in 1986, took 1000 hours and got my FLorida State license after passing the exam. Since

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Massage therapy tuition

There was a comment on here saying that it should cost about $3000 to go to school, I am wondering if that is accurate from past experience. The

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what are the requirements to work on a cruise ship?

would like to work for a cruise ship. Which ones treat you like humans and pay well? What are the

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MASSAGE EMPLOYMENT SPOTTY AT BEST

WHERE I LIVE IN SOUTH FLORIDA, IT SEEMS THERE ARE VERY GREEDY PEOPLE WHO SEE A LARGE INCOME TO BE MADE OFF THE SWEAT OF A THERAPISTS' BROW. MOST

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Dress Professional???? What does that mean exactly?

I have an interview in two days and have no idea what to wear. I was going to wear khakis and sneakers but after reading the below I guess that's not

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Online/Distance Education

What I want is a solid home based course of training. I would like to learn what I would at a campus based course of training or as close to it as I

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Why do Massage Therapist need insurance?

No matter which part of the wellness industry you work in, whether you work as a independent contractor, a employee of a salon or spa or you work as a

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National Certification how long can I wait, where, when

I received my State license here in Michigan in 2000, I have been working for several years now at a physical therapy clinic doing medical massage,

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broken left wrist

I broke my wrist 4 years ago and I was wondering if that would affect me when giving a

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Working From Home (massage)

It can be very rewarding. I have a 15yr old son and my husband works during the day. Therfore no one is there except my client and I. It is very

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Slave like conditions!

I wouldn't recommend to anyone to work on a cruise!!! I can't believe they're treating workers this way. I can't believe some people say they had a

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Help Getting Started as a Massage Therapist

I came across this site and I appreciate the time you all spent on giving this information away. I am 23 years old and graduated with a BS. However,

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Massage and Spa Business Card

Handing out your massage and spa business card is an easy way to grow your business. Finding out the best strategy for using massage business cards.

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American Institute of Alternative Medicine

Upon entering the American Institute of Alternative Medicine (AIAM), I could not help but feel the warm, nurturing and healing energy for which the

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no question - COMMENT

I am still a student at a massage school in Houston, Tx and I passed my MBlex this week and realized that the scariest part is yet to come; getting

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massage therapist salary at spa in St. Louis

on a slideing scale of 40-60% commission, plus a product charge paid to spa for $3/ 1hr. session. Tips are in addition to the 40-60%. % scale is based

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Im a people person

I currently have a job has a host at a restaurant. I am a people person. I love to satisfy the customers and to leave them with a happy face. I love

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Avoid Cookie Cutter Objectives

As a hiring manager, I would receive the normal cookie cutter resumes with the garbage objectives and I would immediately circular file them! Your

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Seperate Business Credit Card

If you use one separate credit card for ONLY business expenses, it's MUCH easier to keep track of what you can deduct. It doesn't have to be a

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Movint from jersey to Texas?

I am a certified massage therspist in NJ. What do I need if i move to

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Massachusetts Massage Costs

Just an FYI; Massachusetts does require state licensing. I do believe right now it is 500hours. And by may 2010 I do believe it will be upwards of

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Moving to New Jersey from Florida

I am currently getting my license for Massage Therapy from Florida, but I want to move to New Jersey. I was wondering if I would have to take the

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Moving to CA, then to Texas from Maryland

Hi, my name is Ingar and currently I have been certified and licensed in Baltimore Maryland since 1999. I have completed a 500 hr course and was

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Are you NCBTMB approved?

I need CEUs for my national certification. I looked for your school on the NCBTMB approved provider list but nothing comes up. Do you have a provider

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Lowest cost massage school in the country!

Alpha School of Massage in Jacksonville Florida does not charge any tuition! There is a one-time enrollment fee of $200 and then a monthly payment of

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Needed a change in my current job enivorment

My job was very stressful so I were always looking for ways to relieve stress and still continue to do the job I was employed to do. After receiving a

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Cost of Massage school

I am currently enrolled in the Baltimore School of Massage at a cost of

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Moving from Florida to England

I am a newly Licensed and Board Certified massage therapist here in Florida where I was born and raised and have planned on transfering my license to

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Las Vegas Massage Salaries

I am going to attend massage school in Las Vegas this fall. After I get accredited what would be the beginning salary of massage therapist in Las

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Working As A Massage Therapist On A Cruise Line Would Suck!!

They expect you to work 12 hours a day and probably 5 days a week or more. If you add that up to a whole months salary compared to working for

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Registered Massage Therapist Salary

Massage therapy had been a great choice, it provides the freedom to work the hours I want...I have been practicing for fifteen years and starting wage

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A Healing Touch

I knew I've always had that special touch. Co-workers would say just that very thing. I was always being drawn to the tenseness I sensed, not only

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WRONG INFORMATION!

I worked on cruise ships for 6 yrs in the Spa. You do not get to mingle with the Passangers on RCCL. At all! There are Bars you are not allowed at

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Cater to Womens' Needs

My last job at an all women facility spa and gym was more than just a job, it was my haven. Knowing that I'm catering to their needs whether it be

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Moving from Los Angeles to Nashville, TN

I am recently licensed as a Massage Therapist in Los Angeles, CA. I am now moving to Nashville, TN. I saw that TN requires 500 hours. Can I get

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How do I transfer my license?!?

Hi my name is Christy. I have graduated from a massage school and am a licensed massage therapist in the state of Florida. I have passed the

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State Licensing

Hi i just moved to newyork from florida but got schooling in maryland for massage it was a 600 hour course now if i live in newyork can i obtain a

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My externship

I dont have very much experience besides having to do massages for cancer patients,family and staff it was very rewarding just to see the look on

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