Massage Therapy Schools in Portsmouth, VA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare massage therapy programs in Portsmouth, Virginia. 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 Portsmouth, VA

#1

Centura College-Chesapeake

Chesapeake, VA 8.9 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 457
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Fortis College-Norfolk

Norfolk, VA 9.1 miles away BOC Score 24.6
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 120

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

ECPI University

Virginia Beach, VA 9.7 miles away BOC Score 55.5
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  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 4,273
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Cayce/Reilly School of Massage

Virginia Beach, VA 20.4 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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  • Programs offered: 1
  • Annual completions: 38

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#5

Centura College-Newport News

Newport News, VA 22.2 miles away BOC Score 36.3
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  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 521

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#6

Brightpoint Community College

Chester, VA 67.5 miles away BOC Score 54.3
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  • Programs offered: 35
  • Annual completions: 706
  • Online programs available

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#7

Chester Career College

CHESTER, VA 69.1 miles away BOC Score 33.9
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  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 162

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#8

Lotus Professional College

Richmond, VA 79.5 miles away
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  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 168

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#9

Fortis College-Richmond

Richmond, VA 80.4 miles away BOC Score 25.7
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 437

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#10

Southside Virginia Community College

Alberta, VA 86.4 miles away BOC Score 47.9
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  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 848
  • Online programs available

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Virginia Massage Therapy Salary Snapshot

Virginia
Virginia Median Pay $62,220 $29.91 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

Shortlist a few schools, then ask about schedule options, hands-on training time, and total cost in writing.

Career Overview

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