Somatic Bodywork at Myotherapy Massage College

Myotherapy's somatic bodywork certificate puts graduates above three-quarters of similar programs nationally, with first-year earnings of $23,642—significantly better than the national median of $20,079. The debt load is manageable at just $8,233, meaning graduates owe roughly four months of earnings. However, among Utah's six massage therapy programs, this one sits right at the state median, and there's a better option in-state: Aveda Institute-Provo's graduates earn about $2,000 more annually.

The concerning pattern here is the backwards trajectory: graduates actually earn less four years out ($21,839) than they do in their first year. This isn't unusual in hands-on bodywork fields where physical demands and burnout can limit long-term earning potential, but it's something to plan for. With 42% of students receiving Pell grants, the program does serve students who need accessible career training, and the low debt means the financial risk is contained even if earnings plateau early.

For a Utah family, this certificate offers a reasonable entry point into bodywork if your child is committed to the field—but they should know earnings likely won't grow over time. If maximizing income matters, Aveda Institute-Provo's track record suggests it might be worth the comparison shopping, even if it means a slightly different curriculum focus.