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Philadelphia School of Massage and Bodywork
Philadelphia School of Massage and Bodywork

Real stories, study strategies, and wellness advice for current and future massage therapy students navigating school life.

What is it like to go to massage school?

If you’re considering a career in massage, applying at a massage school is the first step. If you’re wondering what the day-to-day looks like for massage students or how going back to school will fit into your schedule, here’s what you need to know. How long does massage school take? In Pennsylvania, the requirements for licensed massage therapists are 600 hours of education at a post-secondary school and passing the MBLEx. Courses are usually completed within 8 to 9 months. Can I work while I go to school for massage? Yes! Many massage therapists are in their second [...]

By |2025-07-02T19:32:40-04:00December 2nd, 2021|Categories: Student Life|Tags: , , , , , , |
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Q & A for Massage School Students

Why should I study massage & bodywork? If you are an independent, caring, compassionate person with a good sense of touch, massage & bodywork might be the perfect career for you. Jobs are open in a variety of environments, ranging from sports and athletics, to hospitals, to spas. Many practitioners are independent contractors, while others are employees of larger businesses. Common characteristics are the desire to help other people and a strong interest in health, nutrition, anatomy, and improving quality of life.em> Why should I study at PSMB? Philadelphia School of Massage and Bodywork offers a unique program combining [...]

By |2025-07-02T19:31:03-04:00September 4th, 2015|Categories: Student Life|Tags: |
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The Professional School of Massage & Bodywork (PSMB) operates a student massage clinic under licensed instructor supervision. In line with Pennsylvania law, massage therapists must be trained in contraindications and hold a state license; while students are in training, our clinic follows strict safety guidelines. Certain services may not be suitable during pregnancy or for clients with specific medical conditions—doctor’s notes may be requested—and we recommend waiting at least six weeks postpartum before booking. Clients must be 14 or older for full-body massage. Anyone under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian’s written consent; for ages 14–15 a parent must remain in the treatment room, and for ages 16–17 they must remain on-site.