American Massage Therapy Association

The American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) is the largest non-profit, professional association serving massage therapists, students and schools. Established in 1943 and headquartered in Evanston with chapters throughout the US and 25 international countries, it endorses professional standards and supports fair regulation of massage therapy. It provides members with the strongest benefits in the massage therapy profession including the advance of the profession through certification, school accreditation, continuing education and professional publications. It also fosters the development of its members.