Massage Therapy at Carlson College of Massage Therapy

Anamosa, IA · Private for-profit · Certificate · Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services

a smaller institution with 19 students in Anamosa, IA.

Program Analysis

Carlson College of Massage Therapy's Massage Therapy graduates start at $22,764/yr — above the $20,587 national average, though not by a wide margin.

AI risk is moderate — 27% task exposure — and the 3% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Massage Therapy graduates.

Loan repayment is a non-issue here — $7,389 in median debt clears fast against $22,764 in annual earnings.

Ranked #69 out of 224 programs, Carlson College of Massage Therapy's Massage Therapy offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

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.

40 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
35
Low End
40
Score
40
High End
Earnings $22,764/yr (11% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (73% shielded)
Job Market Large (52,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$245K
1.6% 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
$7,389
3.9 months of Year 1 earnings

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TradeSchoolOutlook Score for Massage Therapy at Carlson College of Massage Therapy?
This program scores 40/100 — on the lower end for Massage Therapy. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Will Massage Therapy graduates from Carlson College of Massage Therapy find jobs?
Job availability for Massage Therapy is strong — 52,100 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Carlson College of Massage Therapy graduates specifically, local market conditions in IA may shift the picture.
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