Massage therapy schools in California
Looking for massage therapy schools in California? There are 20, including 2 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 17 private career schools. Massage therapists in California earn a median $45,970 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 20
- Public colleges
- 2
- Median pay in CA
- $45,970
- Cities with schools
- 8
20 massage therapy schools
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California Healing Arts College
Carson, CA · Private
- Massage therapy
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
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Carrington College - Stockton
Stockton, CA · Private
- Massage therapy
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +3
Milan Institute-Palm Desert
Palm Desert, CA · Private
- Massage therapy
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- +4
Monterey Peninsula College
Monterey, CA · Public
- Massage therapy
- Automotive technician
- Medical assistant
- +8
North-West College - West Covina
West Covina, CA · Private
- Massage therapy
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +4
North-West College-Anaheim
Anaheim, CA · Private
- Massage therapy
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +5
North-West College-Pomona
Pomona, CA · Private
- Massage therapy
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +3
Southern California Health Institute
North Hollywood, CA · Private
- Massage therapy
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
Universal Healthcare Careers College
Los Angeles, CA · Private
- Massage therapy
- Medical assistant
- Phlebotomy
- +1
Massage therapy schools by city
- Los Angeles (7 within 30 mi)
- Long Beach (9 within 30 mi)
- Anaheim (8 within 30 mi)
- Ontario (4 within 30 mi)
- Pasadena (8 within 30 mi)
- Costa Mesa (8 within 30 mi)
- Mission Viejo (3 within 30 mi)
- Glendora (7 within 30 mi)
What massage therapists earn in California
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Massage therapist salary in CaliforniaHow to become a massage therapist
- Median pay
- $45,970
- $22.10 an hour
- Typical range
- $34,320–$89,880
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CA
- 14,600
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +15.3%
- 20,400 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many massage therapy schools are in California?
We list 20 schools in California with massage therapy programs: 2 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 17 private career schools. Campuses are in Carson, Palm Desert, Stockton, Santa Ana, and Huntington Beach.
Are there community college massage therapy programs in California?
Yes. 2 public colleges in California offer massage therapy. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does massage therapy school cost in California?
Among the 19 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $9,364 to $99,682. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do massage therapists make in California?
The median pay for massage therapists in California is $45,970 a year, and most earn between $34,320 and $89,880, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a massage therapy school in California?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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