Massage Therapy at Technical College of the Rockies

Delta, CO · Public · Certificate · Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services

a compact campus enrolling 142 students in Delta, CO.

Program Analysis

At $14,804 per year, Massage Therapy graduates from Technical College of the Rockies earn below the $20,587 national average. Lower costs or geographic factors may offset the earnings gap.

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.

At #186 out of 224 programs, Technical College of the Rockies's financial outcomes for Massage Therapy trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

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.

36 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
32
Low End
36
Score
37
High End
Earnings $14,804/yr (-28% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (73% shielded)
Job Market Large (52,100 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$159K
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.

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 Technical College of the Rockies?
This program scores 36/100 — on the lower end for Massage Therapy. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Is Technical College of the Rockies a good choice for Massage Therapy despite lower starting pay?
Lower starting pay at Technical College of the Rockies may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.
Is there demand for Massage Therapy workers?
Job availability for Massage Therapy is strong — 52,100 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For Technical College of the Rockies graduates specifically, local market conditions in CO may shift the picture.
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