MTIM-Massage Therapy Institute Of Missouri

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MTIM-the Massage Therapy Institute of Missouri-provides education and support for Missouri Massage and Healing Arts Therapists through healthy, Green-conscious classrooms and events.

From our introductory classes and 100-hour certifications, to our 600-hour Massage Therapy program and our Continuing Education classes, MTIM is WHERE PROFESSIONALS GROW.

MTIM began in Autumn of 1993 as a membership organization, and formed study groups for the existing therapists in the Mid-Missouri area who wanted to sit for the newly-developed National Certification Exam. In the absence of state licensure, certification provided an assurance of standards for massage consumers.

Mirra Greenway and Esteban Ruvalcaba were among the first Missouri massage therapists to pass the exam. Local interest was so high that they chose to continue offering classes, and soon developed a curriculum for an introductory 500-hour program. Regional therapists were recruited to share their areas of expertise as members of a teaching pool.

The original curriculum was designed to exactly reflect the requirements of the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. These standards remain the foundation of our current 600-hour program, and the MTIM curriculum maintains a solid reputation for preparing our students for the National Certification Exam.

In January 2001, in large part to the dedication of Esteban Ruvalcaba, LMT, NCTMB, our state licensing law went into effect. Our members and other massage therapists could no longer practice without completing a minimum 500-hour program. MTIM becamecertified to operateas a Proprietary School by the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education, and increased its scope.

In 2003, Mirra Greenway, BS, LMT, NCTMB assumed sole ownership of MTIM, LLC, and established an administrative structure with an Advisory Board.

In 2005, we increased our program to 600 hours while maintaining the year-long, part-time schedule. Reflecting changes in the National Board requirements, we enhanced our science program and distributed the additional hours throughout our curriculum.

In 2006, The Greenway Massage TEAM opened as a professional Clinic for our graduates who want to pursue a career in Clinical and Sports massage in an environment utilizing organic supplies and green business practices.

In 2007, we were approved as Continuing Education Providers (#450530-07) by the NCBTMB. See our REGULATORY INFORMATION page for more information on the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.

As of Autumn 2008, we have expanded into a larger location, still in Downtown Columbia. Look for us across from the Wabash Station, at 201 N. 10th Street, on the corner of Ash & Tenth, in the former "Crazy Music" building.
In January 2009, we combined all our services into the Tenth & Ash location! Organic SPA and wellness care was added, along with organic product sales.

Our plans for 2010-11 include several new 96-hour programs.
These may be completed over time as independent courses which will accrue and offer certifications in several Complementary and Alternative Medicine fields. Once approved, you will be able to see our CONTINUING EDUCATION page for more information.

We invite you to visit our area, or consider moving here for your studies. Our local massage therapists are welcoming and share a great comraderie, and job opportunites are consistently on the increase. We need you!

Located in the lush confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers, Columbia, Missouri is a green community offering many outdoor recreational opportunities. With the University of Missouri and three colleges, the city maintains a diverse population brimming with activities.

The Massage Therapy Institute of MO has been in the heart of the historic Downtown District since 1993, providing our students with numerous nearby restaurants and coffee shops, the Katy Trail, city parks and amenities, and world-reknowned music and artistic entertainment.

Join as a "Member" to enroll in our programs or take advantage of other benefits. Members of the Institute have access to extended placement opportunities, equipment sales and rentals, and priority enrollment in our continuing education classes. Click "PAY ONLINE" to join now.

Alumni Association members receive several additional benefits, including consulting for marketing support, online advertising, networking, travel opportunities and discounts, and access to ongoing membership enhancements. Please see the ALUMNI SERVICES page.