Massage therapy program
Build a skill.
Begin a new chapter.
A 500-hour massage therapy certification program that connects hands-on practice, scientific foundations and traditions from around the world.
01 / Your learning experience
Practical skills.
Personal guidance.
A foundation you can build on.
Anatomy, physiology and kinesiology connect with massage techniques and practical instruction.
Put your learning into motion.
Classroom learning progresses to hands-on practice and supervised internship experience.
Find a schedule that fits.
APMI lists two- or three-day-per-week programs and bilingual learning in English, Spanish, Ukrainian and Thai. Ask about current availability.
02 / Curriculum
Explore the foundations.
Selected subjects from APMI’s published curriculum. Contact the school for the complete 500-hour syllabus and current course schedule.
Swedish massage theory & techniques125 hours
Practice foundational massage techniques, including effleurage, petrissage, friction and tapotement.
Anatomy50 hours
Explore the structures of the human body and their relationship to massage practice.
Kinesiology50 hours
Study movement, muscles and their actions.
Pathology40 hours
Build an understanding of disease processes and their effects on the body.
Thai traditional massage30 hours
Explore stretching, acupressure and traditional Thai approaches.
Physiology25 hours
Study how the body’s systems function and work together.
Trigger point therapy21 hours
Explore foundational principles and practical applications of trigger point techniques.
Hydrotherapy20 hours
Learn how water is used within natural therapy practice.
Health & hygiene20 hours
Focus on hygiene, wellness practices and CPR training requirements.
Acupressure & Shiatsu12 hours
An introduction to five-element theory and meridian concepts.
Prenatal massage6 hours
An introduction to massage approaches for pregnancy.
Aromatherapy6 hours
Explore essential oils and their use in natural therapy practice.
Supervised internship50 hours
Develop practical skills in a supervised training environment.
03 / Tuition
Plan your next investment.
Compare APMI’s published tuition options, then contact the school for current enrollment terms and a written payment schedule.
At enrollment.
Discounted tuition when paid in full at enrollment.
$6,300
Spread your payments.
Published total: $6,800. The original plan lists a $1,900 down payment and $800 monthly payments; confirm the complete installment schedule with APMI.
$6,800
Explore a longer plan.
Published total: $7,900 with a $1,500 down payment. Ask about the payment schedule and scholarship eligibility.
$7,900
Listed payment methods: Zelle, Venmo, check, cash or money order. The published credit card policy lists Visa, Mastercard and Discover with a 3% processing fee. Confirm all terms before enrollment.
04 / Scholarship & service
A path built around giving back.
APMI’s scholarship information recognizes people who serve their communities. Ask the school about current opportunities, eligibility and application timing.
Discuss scholarship options ↗Previously published Nemeth’s Foundation scholarship details
The school’s 2025 information lists:
- At least one year of ongoing volunteer work.
- Two recommendation letters from the organization.
- A written statement about how massage therapy training would benefit the applicant.
- A written plan for fundraising and financial obligations to the school.
- Attendance in all classes and completion of the 500-hour program within one year of the award. The original policy states that withdrawal or failure to complete within that period makes the full $7,900 tuition payable.
Published contribution model: self 60% ($4,080), organization fundraising 30% ($2,040), APMI 10% ($680).
Historical program information; contact APMI to confirm current availability and terms.
05 / Your next step
Start with a conversation.
01 / Connect
Tell us your goals.
Call, text or email the school. We’ll help you explore the program.
02 / Visit
Meet your community.
Arrange a school visit and ask about class formats, tuition and the curriculum.
03 / Plan
Choose your next step.
Confirm the current schedule, enrollment requirements and payment terms directly with APMI.