Welcome to the Cortiva Institute - Chicago School of Massage Therapy

Since 1981, our mission has been to provide an inspired education in the art and science of massage. We believe in a new kind of professionalism. One that brings a progressive health and wellness professional to the world. Our comprehensive curriculum and dedicated faculty prepare our students for rewarding careers in clinics, hospitals, spas and their own private practices. We invite you to learn more about how a career in massage therapy can impact your life and the lives of others.

Free Workshop For many prospective students, deciding on the right school is a difficult decision. To experience Cortiva firsthand and to explore massage therapy as a career, we invite you to attend our complimentary Introductory Workshops.

Continuing Education Find out more details about our top quality continuing education offerings here. Schedule your classes today! Click to see the class offerings and skilled instructors. Good news: you can now register online!

Open House Take a tour of our campus, meet with an admissions specialist and get answers to all your questions. Find out when we are having our next open house.   Job Fairs Join us at the Loop Campus for the 2008 JOB FAIRS Wednesday, September 10, 2008 1-4pm All Cortiva students and alumni are welcome to attend. No RSVP needed.

National Certification Exam Preparation Class Sunday, July 20 and Sunday, July 27, 2008 / 9:30am-4:30pm / 12 hours / $275.00 (including text) *This is not a continuing education class. NO certificate of completion will be issued. Become a nationally certified massage therapist! Whether you have been out of school for a time or are a recent graduate, the National Certification Exam is a prerequisite to become a licensed massage therapist in the state of Illinois. Join Cortiva Institute - Chicago faculty for two days of exam preparation to review anatomical and clinical information, take practice tests, and become acquainted with the exam expectations. You will also receive a copy of Outline Review of Massage Therapy by Barbara Rice ($30 Value), a nationally published review book. This workshop will refresh your knowledge, help alleviate test anxiety, and prepare you for your national certification. The exam review manual will be provided in class. Course content will provide review of materials for the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage only, which does not include Asian Modalities.