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We offer both 32-week and 46-week long massage therapy training programs
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ITM offers both morning and evening classes and has campuses in Haskell, Tinton Falls, and Bloomfield, NJ.
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Love helping people? Interested in healthcare & wellness? Take your next career step with us!
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chance to jump start your future.
We are excited to announce that we are enrolling for our Eastern Bodywork Program, which starts in late October in Haskell!
Call 973-839-6131 or email admissions@massageprogram.com.
If you’ve graduated from ITM’s Massage & Bodywork Program, our Eastern Bodywork Program will additionally allow you to meet New York state requirements for massage therapy licensure!*
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The Deadline for License Renewal is Approaching
Check out this featured CE Course with Luci Zirpoli
Manual Lymph Drainage (36hrs.) in Haskell – Oct. 3 & 4, Oct. 17 & 18, Oct. 31 & Nov. 1
What previous attendees have said:
“I highly recommend taking this MLD training at ITM with Luci Zirpoli! She has had a lot of experience, very knowledgeable, professional and a passionate teacher! You will learn in both lecture and hands-on.“
“Don’t pass it up!”
A few things we’re great at
Courses. Curriculum. Clinic. Continuing Education.
Institute for Therapeutic Massage is the winner of “Excellence in Education” Award!
Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork
Build a rewarding career helping others as a qualified Massage Therapy Professional
Massage Therapy and Personal Training
Offer a range of fitness, nutrition and wellness services as a personal trainer & massage therapist
Oncology Massage Certification
Learn to provide healing and palliative massage care to patients combating cancer
Eastern Bodywork Program
Combine ancient Eastern healing arts with modern Western techniques as a well-rounded practitioner
Massage Continuing Education
Meet massage therapy continuing education requirements with NCBTMB approved CE courses
Student Clinic
Our Student Massage Clinic offers great prices for massage therapy and supports our students
AN INTEGRATIVE OPTION
Discover why therapeutic
massage and bodywork is a growing health field
Our Massage and Bodywork Program is a 720-hour, New Jersey State approved course for those interested in what it takes to become a massage therapist.
Upon successful completion, graduates will have received comprehensive training in the art and science of massage therapy.
Our Professional Affiliations
Committed to Excellence
The ITM Difference
Learn from the Best! ITM wins “Excellence in Education” Award
We’re honored to be one of only six massage therapy schools nationwide to be chosen for an Excellence in Education Award from Massage Envy. Massage Envy is the leading provider of therapeutic massage in the United States, and the largest employer of massage therapists in the country. According to Massage Envy’s selection criteria, ITM has demonstrated outstanding results in the following areas:
CURRICULUM
Excellent curriculum and outstanding connections
STUDENT SUPPORT
High level of student and graduate support
INDUSTRY INVOLVEMENT
Recognition from accrediting agencies and industry associations
GRADUATE FEEDBACK
ITM ensures grads have the necessary training for rewarding careers
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Learn about the programs offered to
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ITM HISTORY
We are proud to be Innovators in Therapeutic Massage Education
ACCREDITATIONS
We’re committed to the highest standards of excellence.
MEMBERSHIPS
Involvement in professional associations supports ongoing professional development
PROGRAM DETAILS
Get an overview of the different degrees and certifications ITM offers
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Student Testimonials
Don’t take our word for it – here’s what our grads say:
ITM Tinton Falls friendly campus environment with small intimate size classes what allows personal atention to each student all my teachers so far are devoted to massage therapy and anatomy and very knowledgeable I am progressing in techniques at an incredible speed!
Loving this training!
Patricia Bessa
Student Review
Just a great school, great experience, proud to be a graduate of such a fine institution.
Greg Forest
ITM Graudate
This school is absolutely fantastic. All my teachers went above and beyond to help me with any questions I asked!
Ellen Engel
I went back to school for CEU.
This School is completely qualify the best.
Shiatsu this weekend. All the Techniques renewed my knowledge.
Good investment in career $$$! Thanks.
Lissette Salas
Student Review
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ITM was established in 1994.
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Latest News
Our blog provides information for both prospective students and alumni. Here are a few recent posts!
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School Closure Notice, 3/15/2020, COVID-19: Update to ITM Community
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COVID-19: 3/13/2020 Update to ITM Community
The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) and the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) have been working collaboratively to respond with information for school communities on the 2019 Novel Coronavirus that was first identified in Wuhan, China. Outbreaks of novel virus infections among people are a cause for public health concern. The CDC and World Health Organization will continue to closely monitor the situation providing on-going guidance.
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