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Become a Licensed Massage Therapist in Delaware

Start your journey in massage therapy with hands-on  training, small class sizes, and career-ready licensure in just 30 weeks. Classes begin September 8th.

Why Choose Us

Healing Hands School of Massage is a 5-star rated training program in Middletown, DE.  Founded by Adele Thaxton, RN, LMT, we offer: 

  • Comprehensive curriculum aligned with Delaware licensure 

  • Intimate class-size with individualized attention 

  • Payment plans and financial aid options 

  • Experienced, passionate instructors 

  • Strong graduate success and job placement support 

What you’ll learn

625-hour program includes: 

  • Massage Theory & Application 

  • Anatomy & Physiology 

  • Kinesiology 

  • Ethics & Business Practices 

  • Swedish, Deep Tissue, Prenatal, Chair Massage, Reflexology 

  • Student Clinic experience 

  • CPR Certification and MBLEx preparation 

  • And so much more...

Programs Offered

Our program meets the educational requirements for the MBLEx exam and Delaware state licensure.

Massage Therapy Licensure

IN-PERSON

  • Includes CPR, supplies, clinical practice, textbook 

  • 625-hour curriculum 

  • Prepares you for MBLEx licensing exam

Massage Refresher

HYBRID

  • Review Core Skills: 
    Anatomy, Physiology, 
    Kinesiology, and 
    Pathology

  • Hands-On Practice

MBLEx Exam Prep

SELF-PACED

  • Study at your own pace 

  • Access review materials 

  • Boost confidence before licensing

Healing Hands Admissions Process

  1. Complete application 

  2. Pay $25 application fee (nonrefundable) 

  3. Submit high school transcript or GED 

  4. Schedule and complete admission interview 

  5. Pay $265 deposit (nonrefundable) to reserve spot

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Becoming a Licensed Massage Therapist in DE

  • Must be 18+, have a high school diploma/GED, valid SSN, U.S. residency 

  • Must complete a 625 hour program

  • Must pass MBLEx 

  • Apply via DELPROS, submit transcripts, background check, CPR certification

License Renewal: 

  • Every 2 years (expires Aug 31, even years) 

  • 24 CEU hours (3 Ethics, 9 Core hands-on, 12 elective/core) 

  • Maintain CPR certification

Career Opportunities for Graduates

As a Massage Therapist, you can make up to $66.77 per hour. 
Massage therapy is a growing field with flexible scheduling 
and multiple career paths. Graduates from Healing Hands 
have gone on to work in: 


• Luxury spas 
• Chiropractic offices 
• Wellness centers 
• Private practice 
• Sports and rehabilitation settings

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Student Massage Clinic

Healing Hands School of Massage offers a professional Student Clinic where the public can receive discounted massages performed by students in training. This supervised clinic provides students with real-world experience while reinforcing techniques and professionalism. 
 
What to Expect: 

  • 60-minute full-body Swedish massage 

  • Performed under licensed instructor supervision 

  • Discounted $45 rate

 
Eligibility: 
Students begin clinic after completing 2/3 of the program and 40 lab hours.

4411 Summit Bridge Rd,

Middletown, DE 19709 
info@hhschoolofmassage.com 
Phone: (302) 897-9822 
Fax: (302) 261-7369 

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