Welcome to the High School Page! If you haven't already met me at your classroom, career center, or college fair, my name is John Caguin, and I am the Community Outreach Coordinator for National Holistic Institute. I am also a fourth generation massage therapist, and a second generation NHI graduate.
This page is designed for high school students and their parents or guardians as a one-stop shop for all things related to massage therapy. Below you will find videos, statistics, helpful links, and a step-by-step summary of how to have work you love as a massage therapist.
John Caguin Community Outreach Coordinator
The Job Outlook for Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy is considered one of “The 150 Best Recession-Proof Jobs Overall” - Time Magazine
Massage Therapy is among California’s 50 fastest-growing occupations, with a projected growth of 25.6% between 2006-2016 - EDD Labor Market Info
Nationwide, employment for Massage Therapists is expected to increase by 19% from 2008-2018 - Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-2011 Edition
There will be a projected 39,500 job openings for Massage Therapists between 2008-2018 - O*NET Online
Why choose National Holistic Institute?
The Consumer Outlook for Massage Therapy
Consumers visit massage therapists 230 million times each year.
A total of 34% of adults say they had a massage in the past five years, compared with 17% in 1997.
The percentage of American adults receiving one or more massages from a massage therapist in 2009 (22%) nearly tripled since 1997 (8%).
Among people who had experienced severe back, neck or shoulder pain, the rate of use of massage therapy increased from 14.6% in 1996 to 19.4% in 1999.
in 2009, more than two-thirds of massage therapists (76%) indicate they receive referrals from health care professionals.
Annually, Massage Therapy is a $16-20 billion industry.
Sources: AMTA 2010 Massage Therapy Industry Fact Sheet and ABMP 2010 Massage Therapy Fast Facts
The transition to post-secondary education can be extremely overwhelming for many students coming right out of high school. Deciding on where to go to college, what to do for a career, and especially how to pay for it all are no easy tasks.
However, with sufficient support and the proper resources, the transition to higher-education from high school can be seamless. With nearly a decade in the admissions field, I am confident that I can assist you in taking the necessary steps toward your future in Massage Therapy.
Welcome to the High School Page! If you haven't already met me at your classroom, career center, or college fair, my name is John Caguin, and I am the Community Outreach Coordinator for National Holistic Institute. I am also a fourth generation massage therapist, and a second generation NHI graduate.
The transition to post-secondary education can be extremely overwhelming for many students coming right out of high school. Deciding on where to go to college, what to do for a career, and especially how to pay for it all are no easy tasks.