Chicago School of Massage Therapy, Massage School Chicago, Massage Chicago, Massage in Chicago

Since 1981, our mission has been to provide an inspired education in the art and science of massage. We believe in a new kind of professionalism. One that brings a progressive health and wellness professional to the world. Our comprehensive curriculum and dedicated faculty prepare our students for rewarding careers in clinics, hospitals, spas and their own private practices. We invite you to learn more about how a career in massage therapy can impact your life and the lives of others.

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Continuing Education Requirements Illinois License Beginning with the December 31, 2008 renewal and every renewal thereafter, in order to renew an Illinois Massage Therapy license, a licensee shall be required to complete 24 hours of continuing education, including at least 2 hours on ethics. The 24 hours must be earned in the current renewal period, and excess hours cannot be used to meet the next renewal period requirement. Note for those who are renewing the license for the first time: A renewal applicant shall not be required to comply with the CE requirements for the first renewal of an Illinois license. National Certification You are required to submit a total of forty-eight (48) continuing education hours of which six (6) must be in ethics. More info may be found at: AMTA Illinois Chapter Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation National Certification Board
Illinois License Information ALL massage therapy licenses expired on 12/31/08 no matter when it was first issued. To learn more visit the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation or the American Massage Therapy Association's Illinois Chapter . If you need help completing your license application, please email Susan Barney at sbarney@cortiva.com
Free Workshop For many prospective students, deciding on the right school is a difficult decision. To experience Cortiva firsthand and to explore massage therapy as a career, we invite you to attend our complimentary Introductory Workshops.	Open House Take a tour of our campus, meet with an admissions specialist and get answers to all your questions. Find out when we are having our next open house.
Continuing Education Find out more details about our top quality continuing education offerings here. Schedule your classes today! Click to see the class offerings and skilled instructors. Good news: you can now register online!