Massage Therapy at Bene's Career Academy

New Port Richey, FL · Private for-profit · Certificate · Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services

a compact campus enrolling 288 students in New Port Richey, FL.

Program Analysis

At $20,132/yr, Massage Therapy graduates from Bene's Career Academy land near the $20,587 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

Some AI exposure exists in Massage Therapy's career paths, with 27% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 14% gap from the optimistic case.

The median debt load of $6,333 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

At #77 of 224 Massage Therapy programs, Bene's Career Academy scores above the median — competitive but not a standout.

Five-year earnings of $23,840 are relatively flat compared to the $20,132 starting salary — typical of trades with stable but capped salary bands.

Massage Therapy has a registered apprenticeship option through Certified Massage Therapist (Cmt) with a median wage of $57,950/yr — worth exploring for students who prefer structured on-the-job training.

39 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
34
Low End
39
Score
39
High End
Earnings $20,132/yr (-2% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (73% shielded)
Job Market Large (52,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$245K
4.3% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
2 of 2
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$6,333
3.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$23,840
18% growth from Year 1

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Massage Therapy graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620 +17.3% 52%
Massage therapists $57,950 +15.4% 93%
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$105,620
+17.3% growth 52% AI-proof
Massage therapists
$57,950
+15.4% growth 93% AI-proof

Massage Therapy Career Guide

What can you do with a Massage Therapy credential from Bene's Career Academy? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 39/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Massage Therapy at Bene's Career Academy?
A score of 39/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Massage Therapy. Earnings, ROI, or job market factors are pulling the score down.
What's the job market like for Massage Therapy from Bene's Career Academy?
The large job market (52,100 annual openings) works in favor of Massage Therapy graduates. The national outlook is driven by an aging population and expanding healthcare access, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →