Massage Therapy Schools in Rapid City, SD

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare massage therapy programs in Rapid City, South Dakota. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Massage Therapy Schools Near Rapid City, SD

South Dakota Massage Therapy Salary Snapshot

South Dakota
South Dakota Median Pay $40,780 $19.61 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $57,950 $27.86 per hour
Data Year: 2024 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

Use ZIP search to widen your radius, then verify program details directly with each school.

Career Overview

Learn more about salary, outlook, and career paths: Allied Health career guide

Explore more Massage Therapy schools in South Dakota or visit our Massage Therapy training guide for program details, salary data, and certification requirements.

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