"How long does it take to become a massage therapist in Vermont?"

"Most paths into the massage therapist field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"Do massage therapists need a license in Vermont?"

"Yes. Vermont requires state-level licensing or registration for massage therapists, administered by the Vermont Secretary of State - Office of Professional Regulation. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

"What apprenticeships are available for massage therapists in Vermont?"

"In Vermont, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Vermont Office of Apprenticeship, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Massage Therapist in Vermont

Q: "What is the job outlook for massage therapists in Vermont?"

"The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 15.4% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034. State employment data for Vermont is not separately published for this occupation."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Vermont offers career opportunities for massage therapists. This page covers how to become a massage therapist in Vermont, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Massage Therapist in Vermont

How do I become a massage therapist in Vermont? Vermont requires credentials such as Massage Therapist, Bodyworker, or Touch Professional. The licensing authority is the Vermont Secretary of State - Office of Professional Regulation ¹. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

Do I need a license in Vermont? Yes. Vermont has licensing or registration requirements for massage therapists. The Vermont Secretary of State - Office of Professional Regulation oversees licensing ¹. See the licensing section below for details.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: Vermont Secretary of State - Office of Professional Regulation
Exam requirement: No exam required

Massage Therapist License Requirements in Vermont

The Vermont Secretary of State - Office of Professional Regulation oversees massage therapist licensing in Vermont ¹.

License Types

License	Requirements
Massage Therapist, Bodyworker, or Touch Professional	Engaged in structured touch applied to the soft or connective tissue or muscle of another person by manual means, including gliding, tapping, and kneading, designed to promote and maintain health and…

Additional Requirements

Background check: Specific type of conviction prohibited
Exam: No exam required
Experience: No experience required

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ².

Massage Therapist Wages by Metro Area in Vermont

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for massage therapists in Vermont? Nationally, massage therapist employment is projected to grow 15.4% from 2024 to 2034 ³.

Can I work as a massage therapist in Vermont with an out-of-state license? Contact the Vermont Secretary of State - Office of Professional Regulation for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Vermont? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Vermont.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Vermont Secretary of State - Office of Professional Regulation - Licensing Information: https://sos.vermont.gov/massage-therapists-bodyworkers-and-touch-professionals/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)