Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to be able to work as a Massage Therapist? You need to complete 100 hours of training at an approved school. MTI is approved. You also need a business license to allow you to work in your city or county. In many cities you need only proof of your 100 hr. massage training. However, some cities/counties may have ordinances requiring more hours. If this is the case you may alternately make an application for provisional certification through the California Massage Therapy Council (camtc.org). This will exempt you from city or county ordinance requirements, and allows you to obtain your business license, You will also be able to use the term CMT - Certified Massage Therapist (500 hrs) or CMP -Certified Massage Practitioner (250 hrs), or Provisional CMP - Certified Massage Practitioner (100 hrs). 

What are the hours I will have to attend school? Will it fit my schedule?
Can I work part-time at the same time? You can certainly work part-time and you can progress through our program at a pace that suits you. We are extremely flexible. You can build a program that will fit your schedule and your interests.  

What kind of job can I get when I graduate?Massage Therapy is a growing field and as the industry grows, more and more employers call our school in search of our well-trained graduates. Many of our graduates are also self-employed, which offers maximum career freedom. There are work opportunities in hospitals, doctor’s offices, chiropractic, acupuncture and physical therapy offices, spas, salons, resorts and cruise ships, gyms and wellness centers, corporate offices, shopping malls and airports.

Career opportunities in the field are increasing as more people are discovering the benefits of massage. The latest research shows that massage therapy is the most widely used complimentary health care in the US. The need for well trained therapists has never been greater!

Who will be teaching me? Our instructors are well-educated, experienced and creative teachers. They are successful practitioners, with years of experience working with the technique or particular style of massage that they are teaching to you. You will find a depth of training and a quality of teaching here at MTI that you cannot find at most other schools.

How do I choose the school that is right for me? It is important that you find a school that is the right fit for you. We encourage you to visit and interview at all of the schools you are considering. It is important that you find a really good program so that you will be able to be the best possible Massage Therapist. It really does make a difference where you study. We can offer you a breadth and depth of training that will prepare you for a long, successful and enjoyable career as a Massage Therapist.

How soon can I be out working and earning a living with my new skills? In California you can begin working after 100 hours of training. With us you may take the 100 hrs in 12 days or 5 weekends, or 5 weeks (day program) or 2 months (evening program). If your city or county does not require you to have more hours of training for your business license, this is a good choice. Then you can continue taking classes if you wish while you begin working, which will help you become more and more skillful as you work on more people.

Our 250 hour program (Sacramento City requirement) can take between 2 months or you can take up to 1 year, depending on how often you choose to take classes. It is approved for application for Massage Practitioner Certification with the California Massage Therapy Organization after September 2009.

Our 500 hour program (national certification requirement and some city requirements) and approved for Massage Therapist Certification with the California Massage Therapy Organization after September 2009. It can be completed in 5 months or you can take up to 2 years to complete if you wish.

Can I visit the school? Yes, please do call (530-753-4428) or e-mail (Julie@mtidavis.com) the director to schedule a tour of our teaching facility and to have your questions answered regarding our programs. 

How do I get more information?  Please call us at (530) 753-4428 or e-mail to (Info@mtidavis.com)

Will I have support after I graduate?  As you make the transition into your new profession as a Massage Therapist, you’ll find that MTI will be at your side all the way, with knowledge, encouragement, and support. We are here to help you succeed!