MTIC originated in 1986-87 when Mark Manton started massage training for a group of clients and nurses who wanted to learn methods of massage therapy for the successful treatment of chronic pain and injuries.  MTIC became a Colorado state approved program in 1987-88 and became a Colorado corporation in 1990.

Since 1987 over 1,200 students have attended MTIC to study massage methods. The Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) program focuses on the use of Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Therapy and Reflexotherapy for the treatment of chronic pain and injuries, and for relaxation, health and well-being.

Currently the training at MTIC requires 800 classroom hours and 160 hours of massage practice for completion of the CMT program.

Since 1989 MTIC has also offered a second year 300 hour advanced training for qualified graduates and other Registered Massage Therapists (RMT) who are interested in learning Myofascial Therapy in combination with joint mobilization and acupressure.