Our Programs
Every program combines comprehensive theory with extensive hands-on practice. The curriculum stays current with industry trends, techniques, and licensure requirements — so you graduate with skills that are relevant from day one.
Texas Massage 500
Most students will enroll into the Texas Massage 500 program, which is designed to meet the requirements put forth by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) to become a massage therapist in Texas.
Texas Massage 600
This program is for international students or students that have completed the Texas Massage 500 program. It is designed to meet specific educational objectives beyond the state requirements.
Associate of Applied Science in Massage Therapy
Healing Hands is working on offering an Associate's Degree in partnership with Collin County Community College. All students will be required to have completed the Texas Massage 500 program prior to enrollment in this program.
Licensure requirements
While each state has different requirements to become a licensed massage therapist, Healing Hands Massage Institute falls under the laws set by the State of Texas. If you would like to learn more about these requirements, you can view this information underneath the Texas Administrative Code §117.20 by clicking here.
Information collection
HHMI collects and processes general information and sensitive information from individuals who are applying for admission to the school or registered students only as necessary in the exercise of the school's legitimate interests, functions and responsibilities as an institution. Learn more by reviewing our privacy policy.
Solid foundation of health & sciences
Study of tissue development from the cellular level to the organ systems level.
Study other systems like nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, and integumentary. Includes a brief introduction of The Fascial System.
Learn how to handle therapeutic relationships appropriately, build a business model, or create a successful career in massage therapy.
Learn the standard sanitation precautions in healthcare settings. First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation will be taught by instructors certified by the American Red Cross.
Hydrotherapy is the study of external use of water for therapeutic, palliative, recreational, or hygienic purposes.
Gain hands-on experience under the supervision and direction of a licensed massage therapy instructor (LMI). Learn to interview clients, perform massage therapy, and review client evaluations.
Explore kinesiology, the study of muscle and bone working together to create precise movement.
Review the scientific nature of disease, its development, causes, and consequences. Learn massage implications for certain disorders.
Study and practice joint movements, stretches, exercises, and soft tissue manipulation.
Institutionally accredited
HHMI is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA), a U.S. Department of Education recognized agency. This accreditation ensures our students receive a high-quality education that meets national standards for excellence and integrity.
Visit Healing Hands Massage Institute
Healing Hands Massage Institute is conveniently located in Richardson, Texas just outside of Dallas. There is easy access to all major Dallas freeways, so we're accessible from anywhere in the Dallas metropolitan area.
We also have DART light rail commuter stations, DART public buses and non-stop freeway access to Dallas Ft. Worth International Airport.
Ready to take the next step?
Apply online now
You can apply today via our online enrollment portal to take your first steps toward a rewarding career in massage therapy.
Schedule a tour
Visit our campus in Richardson, Texas — conveniently located just outside of Dallas with easy freeway access and DART transit connections. Meet our instructors, explore our facilities, and see our programs firsthand.