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• Massage therapy training could serve as a stepping stone to a career in sport...
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  Aug2010

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  Many individuals enter massage therapy training because they want to work in a spa or a resort. However, there are a lot of other outlets for the profession, such as competitive sports.

  The Boston Red Sox believe that massages are essential for keeping the team healthy during the season, according to New England Sports Network. The team’’s players often take to an ice and massage regimen in order to get through the season, which is typically more than 160 games.

  While the team currently employs a physical therapist and a chiropractor, there are also a number of massage therapists on staff.

  Medical professionals believe that massage therapy can be key for maintaining a healthy physical strength.

  "There isn”t a lot of scientific evidence to explain the physiologic effects of massage," Kathy Shillue, a physical therapist, told the news provider. "However, it has been used for centuries and many people have found it helpful, even if it can”t be fully explained."

  According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in massage therapy are expected to increase by 19 percent through 2018.

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• Cosmetology training could help others feel good about themselves
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  Aug2010

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  While many people may enroll in cosmetology training in order to help individuals with beauty tips, others may use the certification in order to help people feel good about themselves while they”re undergoing medical treatments.

  With collaboration from the American Cancer Society, the Comprehensive Cancer Center at Pardee Hospital in Hendersonville, North Carolina, will be launching the Look Good, Feel Better program at its health education center, according to Citizen-Times.com.

  Individuals who have received cosmetologist training will work with female cancer patients that are experiencing the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatments by giving them tips as to how they can make themselves feel better about their appearances.

  In addition to learning makeup techniques, how to beautify their skin and nails and the use of wigs, turbans and scarves, participants will also receive a free cosmetic kit.

  The cosmetology profession as a whole is expected to experience a rapid growth within the coming year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities in the field will increase by 20 percent through 2018.

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• Massage therapy training can help alleviate pain
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  Aug2010

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  Many individuals choose to enroll in massage therapy training programs because they want to help patients who experience massive amounts of pain. People who have various ailments believe that massage therapy can actually help cure them of their condition, or at least alleviate the tension.

  Many people who complete massage therapy training choose to work at spa facilities, as a number of clients go there to deal with their pain, according to Massage Magazine. New research shows that two weeks in spa therapy could potentially improve knee osteoarthritis.

  Researchers found that those who participated in group therapy that included mud packs applied to both knees at 113 degrees and soaked in a sulfate mineral bath for 12 days over a two-week period experienced significant progress in their recovery.

  When it comes to employment opportunities for massage therapists, the industry appears to be growing at an exceptionally high rate. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job placements in massage therapy are predicted to increase by 19 percent through 2018.

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• Hair design school graduate sees success with own barber shop
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  Jul2010

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  Some individuals who enroll in cosmetology school have aspirations to start their own business in order to let their creativity shine with their customers.

  Jeff Agnello’’s family thought that he was crazy when he wanted to use his talents and business sense to open his own barber shop. However, according to NorthJersey.com, he is far exceeding anyone’’s expectations, as he’’s seen tremendous success in the year that it has been open.

  After graduating from hair design school, he worked at a local salon where he found a client base. When he went on to start his own shop, his loyal customers followed, and he has since seen significant success in the hair industry.

  "I wanted it to be my own," Agnello told the news provider when explaining why he decided to take out his own loan for the business. "You cherish it more."

  The hair stylist profession is expected to see significant growth over the next few years. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities are expected to climb by 20 percent through 2018.

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• More people are pursuing careers in massage therapy
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  Jun2010

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  For individuals who want to get into a growing field, enrolling in massage therapy training may be just the ticket to a burgeoning sector.

  A number of people are thinking about careers in massage therapy, according to Massage Today. As the economy continues to improve at a slow pace, more individuals are looking to become massage therapists as they believe that the sector offers a plethora of opportunities.

  The news provider reports that the number of massage therapy professionals has increased by more than 16,000 in the past two years.

  "The growth has been remarkable," Les Sweeney, Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) president, told the news provider. "In 1998, there was an estimated one massage therapist for every 1,941 people in the United States. The current estimate is one massage therapist for every 1,036 people."

  Job seekers may have noticed the increase the sector is supposed to experience within the next few years. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job opportunities in the massage therapy industry are expected to grow by 19 percent by 2018.

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