In an era where education shapes not only individual futures but also the fabric of society, the need for high standards in schools has never been more critical. One of the most effective mechanisms for maintaining those standards is accreditation. Accreditation is a formal recognition by an authoritative body that a school or program meets...

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 your perfect fit. Estheticians are trained professionals who specialize in skincare treatments like facials, waxing, chemical peels, and more. But before you can step into the treatment room, you’ll...

A Guide for Aspiring Therapists If you’re drawn to the healing power of touch and want a career where you help people feel better every day, massage therapy might be the perfect path. But before you can start your journey as a licensed massage therapist (LMT), you need to choose the right massage therapy school....

If you’re exploring massage therapy or esthetics as a career path, you’ve probably come across the acronym COMTA. But what exactly is COMTA, and why should it factor into your decision when choosing a school? Here’s everything you need to know about this important organization and its role in shaping the future of massage therapy...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 2025 COMTA Commission Meeting Commission Actions The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) has concluded its July 9, 2025, Commission meeting. By action of the Commission, the institutions noted below have received the following: Initial Accreditation granted: Stepney Institute of Esthetics and Wellness (Homewood, IL) – Institutional Accreditation – 750-hour Esthetics...

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 July 9, 2025 Commission Meeting. Schools/Programs Being Considered: Initial Accreditation  Elite Myotherapy Institute – Pallisades Park, NJ – Institutional Accreditation Hyphen Beauty Academy – Orlando, FL...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 2025 COMTA Commission Meeting Commission Actions The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) has concluded its April 15-16, 2025, Commission meeting. By action of the Commission, the institutions noted below have received the following: The Wellness School (Stevens Point, WI) – Institutional Accreditation – 750-hour Massage Therapy Program   Aesthetics Institute...

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 15-16, 2025 Commission Meeting. Schools/Programs Being Considered: Initial Accreditation  The Skin Institute – St. George, UT – Institutional Accreditation The Wellness School – Stevens Point,...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2025 COMTA Commission Meeting Commission Actions The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) has concluded its February 11, 2025, Commission meeting. By action of the Commission, the institutions noted below have received the following: Ahh Spa Academy (Evansville, IN) – Institutional Accreditation – 700-hour Massage Therapy Program   Harrisburg Area Community...

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 February 11, 2025 Commission Meeting. Schools/Programs Being Considered:   Initial Accreditation  Ahh Spa Academy – Evansville, IN – Institutional Accreditation Harrisburg Area Community College – Harrisburg,...