Massage Therapy Schools in Sumter, SC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare massage therapy programs in Sumter, South Carolina. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Massage Therapy Schools Near Sumter, SC

#1

Central Carolina Technical College

Sumter, SC 1.3 miles away BOC Score 43.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 440
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Southeastern Esthetics Institute

Elgin, SC 28 miles away BOC Score 65.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 764

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Southeastern College-Columbia

Columbia, SC 37.1 miles away BOC Score 30.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 144

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#4

Southeastern College-Charleston

North Charleston, SC 74.8 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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  • 2431 Aviation Avenue, Suite 703 North Charleston, SC 29406
  • (843) 747-1279
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 151
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Horry-Georgetown Technical College

Conway, SC 80.3 miles away BOC Score 50.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 60
  • Annual completions: 1,760
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Southeastern College-Charlotte

Charlotte, NC 88.6 miles away BOC Score 46.8
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  • Programs offered: 12
  • Annual completions: 177
  • Online programs available

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#7

Strand College of Hair Design

Myrtle Beach, SC 91.5 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 5
  • Annual completions: 137

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South Carolina Massage Therapy Salary Snapshot

South Carolina
South Carolina Median Pay $58,000 $27.88 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $58,450 $28.10 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-9011 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • State-mandated training hours and schedule format
  • MBLEx or state licensing exam preparation and pass rates
  • Modalities covered (Swedish, deep tissue, sports, trigger point)
  • Anatomy and physiology coursework depth
  • Clinical practicum hours with real clients

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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