COMTA – Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation

We set the
industry standard.

COMTA elevates and upholds standards of excellence in massage therapy/bodywork and esthetics education through specialized accreditation, benefiting students and schools, practitioners, and the public.

Massage Therapy

Massage Therapists are healthcare professionals that work with clients to lessen stress, manage pain, ease muscles, and provide general health and wellness. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field is rapidly expanding.

Esthetics

Estheticians are professionals that work with clients to maintain and improve the health of the skin. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field is rapidly expanding.

Specialized Accreditation

COMTA Endorsed
Curriculum

COMTA-ACCSC Dual Accreditation Pathways

April 2024 COMTA Commission Actions

05/02/2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 2024 COMTA Commission Meeting Commission Actions The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) has concluded its April 16-17, 2024 Commission meeting. By action of the Commission, the institutions noted below have received the following: Renewal of Accreditation granted: Center for Massage & Natural Health (Asheville, NC) Institutional Accreditation – 654-hour Massage...

Public Notice – Schools to be Considered for Accreditation – April 16-17, 2024

03/07/2024

PUBLIC NOTICE SCHOOLS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR ACCREDITATION The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) has prepared and published a list of the school(s)/program(s) to be considered at the April 16-17, 2024 Commission Meeting. Schools/Programs Being Considered: Renewal of Accreditation – Institutional American Massage and Bodywork Institute – Vienna, VA Center for Massage and Natural...

COMTA is Celebrating 20 Years of USDE Recognition!