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

How to Choose the Right Esthetics School

07/29/2026

A Guide for Future Skincare Professionals If you’re passionate about skincare, beauty, and helping people look and feel their best, a career in esthetics could be the perfect fit. Estheticians are trained skincare professionals who provide services such as facials, waxing, chemical peels, makeup application, and advanced skincare treatments. Before you can begin your career,...

Public Notice – Schools to be Considered for Accreditation – October 20, 2026

09/01/2026

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 October 20, 2026, Commission Meeting. Schools/Programs Being Considered: Initial Accreditation – Institutional St. Moritz Academy – Greenwood Village, CO Accredited institutions, state agencies, the general...

COMTA is Celebrating 22 Years of USDE Recognition!