, finding new ways to relax may seem invaluable. A massage therapist, also called a masseuse, specializes in helping one unwind by providing massages and spa treatments. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), these professions held more than 90 thousand positions in 2002 and the number of jobs in the field is expected to grow faster than the national average for all jobs over the next several years. As the demand for these specialists increases, the number of adults hoping to enter this profession grows as well, creating more competition for positions. The better trained one becomes, the more likely they may be to land one's ideal job--particularly in high end salons or spas. The BLS notes that the most significant form of training for a potential masseuse is a post-secondary vocational certificate, but a number of colleges, universities or professional schools offer regular or recreational courses in massage therapy as well.