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INTRODUCTION

The Alliance for Massage Therapy Education is an independent non-profit organization established to serve as the independent voice, advocate and resource for the entire education sector – from entry-level massage training programs through post-graduate studies. The Alliance is the only organization that brings Schools, Teachers, and Continuing Education Providers together under one roof.

The Alliance provides a comprehensive range of services to this community, and represents their interests in all domains. This advocacy comes into play in dealing with regulatory issues, accreditation, standard-setting initiatives such as the the Alliance’s National Teacher Education Standards Project, as well as ongoing efforts to get massage therapy better recognized by and integrated into the health care delivery system.

As the field of massage therapy moves forward in its evolution, it is clear that the education sector must have a champion of its own. In fact, nearly all professions have an organization of this type. And by strengthening and improving massage education, the Alliance will bring great benefit to massage schools, teachers and practitioners, along with everyone in the general public who receives massage therapy. Click here to view our Mission and Goals.

MEMBERSHIP

At the beginning of 2011, the Alliance introduced a new and simplified dues structure for all membership categories. There are two options for Schools, Teachers and Continuing Education Providers: The Associate Level provides affiliation with the Alliance at a modest price and includes discounts on the Annual Conference. The Gold Level includes all privileges of membership, plus a highly valuable range of new services, benefits and discount programs. You are invited to become a vital part of this community. For complete information on what you will receive when you join the Alliance, click the link here to go to the Membership page.

How Do I Become an Active Part?

Some people like to be a strong part of an organization.  We all have busy schedules and not everyone can make the time or has the desire to serve on a board.  Others want to be able to participate and have a more active role in helping to re-shape Massage Therapy Education.  Here is your opportunity to let your voice be heard and be an active part in re-shaping Massage Therapy Education.  Join a committee, apply to be a committee leader, or apply to sit on the board. United we can all make a difference.  United we have a strong voice  and united is how we will re-shape Massage Therapy Education together!

Each committee provides a statement of mission and goals, and shall operate according to a specific charge from the Board of Directors.

Who can serve? 

According to the Alliance Bylaws, members and chairs of committees shall be appointed annually by the President, with the approval of the Board. Currently, only Gold Level School, Teacher and CE Members are eligible to serve as chairs; Associate and Supporting Members are welcome to serve as committee members.  Below are a list of applications to select the area you would like to be considered for the team.

AFMTE Application for Board Candidacy
AFMTE Leadership Committee Application
AFMTE Committee Volunteer App Form

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