by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 1 U.S. colleges awarded 5 degrees and certificates in Other Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services. Graduates earn a median $20,842 one year after completing, rising to $29,564 after four years.
A major in Other Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services explores Somatic Bodywork And Related Therapeutic Services, Other. Any Instructional Program In Somatic Bodywork And Related Therapeutic Services Not Listed Above.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings. Data as of: July 2026.
In the U.S., other somatic bodywork and related therapeutic services draws strong interest, with 5 degrees awarded annually. 1 colleges award other somatic bodywork and related therapeutic services degrees, an average of 5 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 5.
All 5 of the awards are certificates, the only level colleges reported.
Women earned 80% of other somatic bodywork and related therapeutic services degrees and certificates in the latest year (4 of 5). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (4) and American Indian or Alaska Native (1).
O*NET rates Speaking the most important skill for jobs related to other somatic bodywork and related therapeutic services, at 3.9 out of 5. The key knowledge areas are English Language, Biology and Customer and Personal Service. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension and Written Comprehension.
Top skills, rated 0–5:
Top knowledge areas, rated 0–5:
How long an other somatic bodywork and related therapeutic services degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Varies | 5 |
Postsecondary certificate is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to other somatic bodywork and related therapeutic services, at 31.5%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Postsecondary certificate | 31.5% |
| Master’s degree | 21.3% |
| Doctoral degree | 14.7% |
| Post-doctoral training | 11.3% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 9.0% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 7.5% |
| Some college courses | 3.1% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 1.6% |
Source: O*NET Online.
2 occupations are related to Other Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services, with an average median salary of $45,747; the strongest outlook belongs to Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary, at 10.7% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Radiologic Technology Teacher, Instructor, Pharmacology Teacher and Gynecology Teacher.
That occupation also has the most projected jobs of any related to other somatic bodywork and related therapeutic services, at 1,335,407.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,335,407 | 10.7% |
| Massage Therapists | 893,791 | 7.4% |
Other Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services graduates earn a median $20,842 one year after completing their program, $29,564 after four years and $24,742 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $20,842 |
| 4 years | $29,564 |
| 5 years | $24,742 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The same occupation is also the highest-paying one related to other somatic bodywork and related therapeutic services, with a median salary of $46,663.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
| Massage Therapists | $44,831 |
Other Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services has 3 similar majors in the Health Professions field, which together award 10,826 degrees a year; the largest are Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage (10,676), Asian Bodywork Therapy (108) and Somatic Bodywork (42). Browse all Health Professions majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | 10,676 |
| Asian Bodywork Therapy | 108 |
| Somatic Bodywork | 42 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.