Our most comprehensive certification program. Designed to fully prepare graduates for New York State licensure as a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) and for confident clinical practice.
The 1000-hour program is the gold standard for massage therapy education in New York State. It is the most thorough and career-ready credential we offer, designed for students who intend to practice as licensed healthcare professionals.
Students complete a blend of classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and supervised clinical hours. Graduates leave with the technical skills, anatomical knowledge, ethical grounding, and professional confidence to build a lasting career in therapeutic massage.
The program meets and exceeds the New York State Education Department requirements for LMT licensure, and all coursework is aligned with the MBLEx examination blueprint.
Inquire About Enrollment| Total Hours | 1,000 Clock Hours |
| Credential Awarded | Diploma |
| Licensing Outcome | NY State LMT |
| Clinical Practicum | 150 Hours |
| Format | Day & Evening Tracks |
| Duration | Approx. 12–18 Months |
Speak with an admissions advisor to learn about start dates, tuition, and prerequisites.
☎ (202) 521-8816The 1000-hour curriculum is organized into core competency areas that build progressively from foundational science to advanced clinical practice.
Our 1000-hour graduates go on to rewarding careers across a wide range of healthcare and wellness settings.
Hospitals, physical therapy clinics, chiropractic offices, and rehabilitation centers.
Luxury day spas, resort destinations, and medical spas across New York and beyond.
Sports teams, training facilities, gyms, and athletic performance centers.
Independent practice ownership. Many graduates build six-figure client businesses.
Cruise ships, destination resorts, hotel spas, and corporate wellness programs.
With advanced experience, NYMI alumni return as clinical instructors and program directors.
Our admissions team is available to answer your questions, discuss prerequisites, and help you plan your path to licensure.