Career fit quiz

Is Massage Therapist the Right Career for You?

A quick, free 8-question quiz to see how well the massage therapist career fits your personality, preferences and goals.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
How this quiz works

Rate how much you agree with each statement. The quiz compares your answers with the realities of the massage therapist job and gives you an honest fit score in under two minutes. Nothing is saved or sent anywhere.

Statement 1 of 8I want to help people feel better
Statement 2 of 8I’m comfortable with touch-based work
Statement 3 of 8I have good stamina
Statement 4 of 8I like one-on-one work
Statement 5 of 8I want flexible hours
Statement 6 of 8I might want my own practice
Statement 7 of 8I’m willing to spend about 6–12 months training for this career
Statement 8 of 8A typical salary around $58,450 a year would meet my needs

What this career really involves

Massage therapists treat clients by manipulating muscles and soft tissue to relieve pain, reduce stress, aid recovery and promote wellness.

  • Review client health history
  • Assess areas of pain or tension
  • Perform therapeutic massage
  • Use techniques such as Swedish and deep tissue
  • Suggest stretches and self-care

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