Information for License Renewal
State by State Guidelines
MTMB Institute is approved by:
NCBTMB Approved Provider #50-16360
NCBTMB NY Approved Provider #718820
Florida Board of Massage Approved Provider #50-11341.
All of our continuing education programs can be used for State and National Certification renewal.
MTMB Institute courses can also be used for other professional massage organizations to fulfill the continuing education requirements.
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Alabama
Continuing Education Requirements
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Alabama requires massage therapists to complete a minimum of 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years for license renewal.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Alabama massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Alabama Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Arizona Board of Massage directly.
Contact information:
Alabama Board of Massage Therapy
2777 Zelda Road Montgomery, AL 36106
Fax: (334) 263-6115
Phone: (334) 420-7233
Alabama Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Alaska
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Alaska requires Massage Therapists to complete 16 hours** of continuing education (including 2 hours of Ethics).
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Alaska massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Alaska Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Alaska Board of Massage directly.
Contact information:
Alaska Board of Massage Therapy
Anchorage
Mailing/Physical Address
550 W 7th AVE, STE 1500 Anchorage, AK 99501-3567
Phone: (907) 269-8160
Fax: (907) 269-8156
Juneau
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 110806 Juneau, AK 99811-0806
Physical Address
333 Willoughby AVE, 9th FL State Office Building Juneau, AK 99801-1770
Phone: (907) 465-2550
Fax: (907) 465-2974
Alaska Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Arizona
Continuing Education Requirements
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Arizona requires Massage Therapists to complete a minimum of 24** hours of continuing education every 2 years for license renewal.
At least 12 hours must be completed in a workshop, seminar, lecture, conference, class or instruction related to massage. A maximum of 12 hours of distance/correspondence learning may be completed.
**Effective September 13, 2013 required Continuing Education is 24 hours.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Arizona massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Arizona Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Arizona Board of Massage directly.
Contact information:
State of Arizona Board of Massage Therapy
1400 West Washington, Suite # 300
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
Email: info@massageboard.az.gov
Phone: (602) 542-8604
Fax: (602) 542-8804
Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Arkansas
Continuing Education Requirements
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Arkansas requires Massage Therapists to complete 18 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Arkansas massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Arkansas Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Arkansas Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Arkansas State Board of Massage Therapy
PO BOX 2019
101 East Capitol Ave., Suite 206
Little Rock, AR 72203
Phone: 501-683.1448
Fax: 501-683.1426
info@ArkansasMassageTherapy.com
Arkansas State Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
California
Continuing Education Requirements
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that there are two levels of Massage Therapy Certification in California.
A Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) must have at least 500 hours of formal education and training in massage therapy.
A Certified Massage Practitioner (CMP) has completed between 250 to 499 hours of massage therapy training.
There are currently no continuing education requirements for renewal of the CMT or CMP certification.
Even though CEU’s are not required many massage therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep California massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the California Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the California Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
California Massage Therapy Council
One Capitol Mall, Suite 320
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: (916) 669-5336
Fax: 916-669-5337
California Massage Therapy Council's Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Colorado
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our current understanding that, in Colorado, the Colorado Board of Massage does not require continuing education for Massage Therapists license renewal, however, licenses need to be renewed by January 31st of each odd year.
Even though CEU’s are not required many massage therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Colorado massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Colorado Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Colorado Board of Massage directly.
Contact information:
State of Colorado, Dept. of Regulatory Agencies
1560 Broadway, Suite 1350
Denver, Colorado 80202
Phone: 303-894-7800
Fax: 303-894-7764
Email: DORA_MassageTherapists@state.co.us
Colorado Office of Massage Therapy Licensure Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Connecticut
Continuing Education Requirements
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Connecticut requires massage therapists to complete 24 CE hours every 4 years for license renewal. No more than 6 hours of continuing education can be achieved in via Internet-based or distance learning programs. No more than 12 hours can be obtained from programs not approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Connecticut massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Connecticut Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Connecticut Board of Massage directly.
Contact information:
CT Dept. of Public Health & Addiction Service
Massage Therapy Licensure
410 Capitol Ave MS# 12 APP
PO Box 340308
Hartford, CT 06134
Phone: 860-509-7603
Fax: 860.707.1982
Email: dph.alliedhealth@ct.gov
Connecticut DPH Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Delaware
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that for license renewal Delaware requires Licensed Massage Therapists (LMT) are required to have 24 hours of approved continuing education (CE) every 2 years for license renewal unless renewal falls within the first year after licensure (Section 9.2 of the Board’s Rules and Regulations). Of the 24 hours, 18 are required to be core courses (the other 6 can be either core or an elective). You can take up to half (12) of your required hours online, but you must still complete a maximum of 6 hours in electives. For required CE starting 9/1/2014, see Section 9.4 of the Board’s Rules and Regulations.
Certified Massage Technicians (CMT) are required to complete 12 hours of approved continuing education (CE) every 2 years for license renewal unless renewal falls within the first year after certification. Of the 12 hours, 9 are required to be core courses (the other 3 can be either core or an elective). You can take up to half (6) of your required hours online, but you must still complete a maximum of 3 hours in electives. For required CE starting 9/1/2014, see Section 9.4 of the Board’s Rules and Regulations.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Delaware massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Delaware Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Delaware Board of Massage directly.
Contact information:
Delaware Board of Massage & Bodywork
861 Silver Lake Blvd.
Cannon Building #203
Dover, DE 19904
Phone: 302-744-4500
Fax: 302-739-2711
Email: customerservice.dpr@state.de.us
Website: Delaware Board of Massage and Bodywork: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
District of Columbia
Continuing Education Requirements
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that for license renewal, District of Columbia requires Massage Therapists to complete 12 CE hours, of which three (3) hours must be in Ethics and Nine (9) hours must be in massage-related course through a Board-approved provider. Of these nine (9) hours, six (6) hours must be face to face instruction and three (3) hours may be online instruction. Licensees are to renew their licenses by January 31st of odd years. There is no Continuing Education Requirement for 1st time renewal applicants.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep District of Columbia massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the District of Columbia Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the District of Columbia Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Department of Health Board of Massage Therapy
717 14th Street, NW #600
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 877.672.2174
Fax: 202.727.8471
DC Board of Massage Therapy: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Florida
Continuing Education Requirements
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that for license renewal, Florida requires massage therapists to complete 24 CE hours by August 31st of each odd-numbered year.
First Biennial Renewal Only:
Required Subject: 2 Hours Prevention of Medical Errors
General Hours: 1 hour of CE for each month or partial month that has elapsed since the issuance of the license. Although there are no specific CE subject area requirements for first time renewals, ALL remaining courses must be taken with approved providers to be accepted. (The one hour per month is not literal. You are required to have a total of 1 hour per month. For example, if licensed for 12 months, you will need 12 total hours, which must include two hours in the prevention of medical errors).
Following First Renewal:
Required Subject: At least 12 hours must be taken live and relevant to and focus on massage therapy techniques which may include the history of massage, human anatomy & physiology, kinesiology and/or pathology. These hours must be completed via live classroom instruction (including hands-on instruction or demonstration).
Required Subject: 2 Hours Medical Error
Required Subject: 2 Hours Laws and Rules (Laws and Rules governing the Massage Therapy Act)
Required Subject: 2 Hours Professional Ethics
6 General Hours: The remaining 6 general hours may include, but are not limited to, courses in communication with clients and other professionals; insurance relating to third party payment or reimbursement for services; psychological dynamics of the client-therapist relations; risk management, including charting, documentation, record keeping or infection control or massage practice management.
**As of Oct. 16th 2020; 1 CE credit is required in Human Trafficking to be completed by January 1st 2021.
Continuing Education Requirements by NCBTMB
The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) is the national governing body responsible for credentialing Massage Therapists. Massage Therapists must renew their board certification every 2 years. During that 2-year period, Massage Therapists are required to complete 24 hours of continuing education. Three (3) of the 24 hours must be in research. Three (3) of the 24 hours must be in ethics. There is a limit of 4 hours allow in self-care coursework. The NCBTMB accepts 24 hours of OnlineCE.com courses.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Florida massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Florida massage board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Florida Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Department of Health
Board of Massage Therapy
4052 Bald Cypress Way
Bin C-06
Tallahassee, FL 32399-325
Phone: 850-245-4161 or 850-245-4791.
Fax: 850-921-6184
Email: MQA_MassageTherapy@doh.state.fl.us
Florida Board of Massage Therapy Website Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Georgia
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Georgia requires massage therapists to complete 24 CE hours, 12 hrs hands-on and 12 hrs online/home study every 2 years by October 31st, for license renewal.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Georgia massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Georgia Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Georgia Board of Massage directly.
Contact information:
Georgia Board of Massage Therapy
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA 31217-3858
Phone: (478) 207-2440 or 478-207-1300
Fax: 478-207-1354
Georgia Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Hawaii
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that, in Hawaii, the Hawaii Board of Massage does not require continuing education for Massage Therapist license renewal.
Even though CEU’s are not required many massage therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Hawaii massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Hawaii massage board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Hawaii Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information.
Department of Commerce & Consumer Affairs
State Board of Massage
PO Box 3469
1010 Richards St.
Honolulu, HI 96801
Phone: 808-586-3000 or 808-586-2694
Email: massage@dcca.hawaii.gov
Hawaii PVL Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Idaho
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Idaho requires Massage Therapists to complete 6 CE hours every 12 months (annually).
Required Subject: 1 hour in Ethics, minimum.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Idaho massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Idaho Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Idaho Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses
Physical Address:
11351 W. Chinden Blvd., Bldg. #6, Boise, Idaho 83714
Mailing Address:
PO Box 83720, Boise, Idaho 83720-0063
Fax - (208) 334-3945
Phone - (208) 334-3233
Email: mas@ibol.idaho.gov
Idaho Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Illinois
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Illinois requires Massage Therapists to complete 24 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
Required Subject: 2 hours of Ethics
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Illinois massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Illinois Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Illinois Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Springfield Office
Illinois Department of Professional Regulation
320 West Washington Street
Springfield, Illinois 62786
Toll Free: 1-800-560-6420
TTY: 1-866-325-4949
Illinois Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Indiana
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our understanding that, in Indiana, the Indiana Board of Massage is fairly new and no continuing education credits are required at this time for Massage Therapist license renewal. However, licenses must be renewed by May 15th every 4 years - first renewal was May 15, 2013.
Even though CEU’s are not required many massage therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Indiana massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Indiana massage board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Indiana Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
State Board of Massage Therapy
402 W, Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317.234.2051
Email: pla6@pla.IN.gov
Indiana Board of Massage Therapy Websites: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Iowa
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Iowa requires massage therapists to complete 24 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
A minimum of 12 hours of the 24 hours shall be: Direct, hands-on training attended personally by the licensee related to the actual practice of massage/bodywork therapy.
A maximum of 12 hours of the 24 hours may be in either of the following: Content areas that are programs of learning which contribute directly to professional competency and enhance the practice of the licensee.
A maximum of 6 hours may be obtained in independent study courses in the areas of massage/bodywork techniques, ethics, mandatory reporter training, and practice management.
A licensee shall obtain two hours of credit in CPR for every two-year renewal period.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Iowa massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Iowa Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Iowa Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information.
Iowa Board of Massage Therapy
Iowa Department of Public Health
Bureau of Professional Licensure
Lucas State Office Building, 5th Floor
321 East 12th Street
Des Moines, IA 50319
Phone: 515.281.6959
Iowa Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Kansas
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our current understanding that the state of Kansas does not require continuing education for Massage Therapists.
Even though CEU’s are not required many massage therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Kansas massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Kansas Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Kansas Board of Massage Directly.
Contact Information:
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson Street
Suite 1051
Topeka, Kansas 66612-1230
Main: 785-296-4929
Fax: 785-296-3929
Kansas Board of Healing Arts Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: http: Learn more
Kentucky
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Kentucky requires Massage Therapists to complete 24 CE hours of training, and shall be required for each two (2) year renewal period. A maximum of twelve (12) additional hours may be carried over into the next renewal period. Courses may include ethics, business practices, science, and techniques related to Massage Therapy.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Kentucky massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Kentucky Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Kentucky Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy
911 Leawood Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502-564-3296, ext. 239
Fax: 502-696-5230 carolyn.benedict@ky.gov
Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Louisiana
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Louisiana requires Massage Therapists to complete 12 CE hours every year for license renewal, no rollover CEs allowed.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Louisiana massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Louisiana Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Louisiana Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy
2645 O'Neal Lane
Bldg C, Ste. E
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Phone: 225.756.3488
By Fax: (225) 756-3493
Fax: 225.756.3493
Email: admin@labmt.org
Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Maine
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that, in Maine, there are no massage therapy continuing education requirements for Massage Therapists.
Even though CEU’s are not required many massage therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Maine massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Maine Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Maine Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Department of Professional & Financial Regulation
Division of Licensing & Enforcement
Massage Therapist
35 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Phone: 207-624-8613
Fax: 207-624-8637
E-mail: Lyn.Padgett@Maine.gov
The Massage Therapist Board for the state of Maine is located:
76 Northern Avenue, Gardiner, Maine 04345
Maine Therapy Licensure Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Maryland
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Maryland requires massage therapists to complete 24 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
Required: 3 hours in professional ethics or jurisprudence
Required: 3 hours in communicable disease education this includes AIDS/HIV
Required: 17 hours in massage-related courses as approved by the Board
Required: 1 hour in diversity or cultural competency
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Maryland massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Maryland Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Maryland Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Maryland Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Massage Therapy Advisory Committee
4201 Patterson Ave. #301
Baltimore, MD 21215
Phone: 410-764-4738
Fax: 410-358-2863
Email: jonesel@dhmh.state.md.us
Maryland Board of Chiropractic Examiners Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Massachusetts
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our understanding that, in Massachusetts, there are no massage therapy continuing education requirements for Massage Therapists.
Even though CEU’s are not required many massage therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Massachusetts massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Massachusetts Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Massachusetts Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Division of Professional Licensure
239 Causeway St.
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: 617-727-1747
Fax: 617-727-0139
Email: Michael.E.Hawley@state.ma.us
Board of Chiropractic and Massage Therapy Examiners Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Michigan
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Michigan requires Massage Therapists are to complete 18 CE hours every 3 years for license renewal.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Michigan massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Michigan Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Michigan Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Michigan Board of Massage Therapy
Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs LARA
611 West Ottawa Street
PO Box 30670
Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: 517-335-0918
Michigan Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Minnesota
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our current understanding that, in Minnesota, there are no continuing education requirements for Massage Therapists because the state is without professional regulation.
Even though CEU’s are not required many massage therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Minnesota massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Minnesota Department of Health, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Minnesota Department of Health directly.
Contact Information:
P.O. Box 64975
St. Paul, MN 55164-0975
651-201-5000
888-345-0823 - For Minnesota callers outside the metro area (toll-free)
Minnesota Department of Health Website: Learn more
Mississippi
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Mississippi requires Massage Therapists to complete 24 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
Required: 3 CE hours must be in Mississippi Law, Rules and Regulations
Required: 3 CE hours must be in Ethics.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Mississippi massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Mississippi Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Mississippi Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy
PO BOX 20
353 S 4th St
Morton, MS 39117
Phone: 601-732-6038
Fax: 601-732-6447
Email: director@msbmt.state.ms.us
Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Missouri
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Missouri requires Massage Therapists to complete 12 CE hours by January 31st of every odd year for license renewal.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Missouri massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Missouri Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Missouri Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Division of Professional Registration
Missouri Massage Therapy Board
3605 Missouri Blvd.
PO BOX 1335
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: 573-522-6277
Fax: 573-751-0735
Email: massagether@pr.mo.gov
Missouri Massage Therapy Board Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Montana
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that for license renewal Montana requires Massage Therapists to complete 12 CE hours every 2 years. The first renewal was in 2012.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Montana massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Montana Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Montana Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Montana Board of Massage Therapy
PO Box 200513
301 South Park (4th Floor)
Helena, MT 59620-0513
Phone: 406.841.2300 (Licensing) or 2329
Fax: 406.841.2305
Email: dlibsdlmt@mt.gov
Montana Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
Continuing Education Requirements: Learn more
Nebraska
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Nebraska requires Massage Therapists to complete 24 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
Required: 14 hours of hands-on continuing education.
Required: 3 CE hours must be in ethics.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Nebraska massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Nebraska Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Nebraska Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Nebraska Department of Health & Human Service
HHSR&L Credentialing Division
Massage Therapy Board
PO BOX 94986
Lincoln, Nebraska 68509
Phone: 402-471-4918
Fax: 402-471-3577
Email: rita.watson@nebraska.gov
Nebraska Department of Health & Human Service Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Nevada
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Nevada requires Massage Therapists to complete 12 CE hours every year for license renewal.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Nevada massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Nevada Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Nevada Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Reno:
1755 East Plumb Lane Suite #252
Reno, Nevada 89502
Phone: (775) 687-9955
Fax: (775) 786-4264
Las Vegas:
101 Convention Center Dr. Suite #830
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
Phone: 702-486-2212
Fax: 702-486-3658
Email: nvmassagebd@state.nv.us
Nevada State Board of Massage Therapist Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
New Hampshire
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that New Hampshire requires Massage Therapists to complete 12 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep New Hampshire massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the New Hampshire Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the New Hampshire Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
New Hampshire Dept. of Health & Services
Licensing & Regulative Services
129 Pleasant Ave.
Concord, NH 03301
Phone: 603-271-9480
New Hampshire Dept. of Health & Services Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
New Jersey
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that New Jersey requires Massage Therapists to complete 20 CE hours related to the practice of massage, bodywork and somatic therapy every 2 years for license renewal.
Required: 2 of the hours must be in ethics.
Required: 14 hours must be earned in live, in-person classes, CE's must be related to the practice of massage and bodywork therapy. Business courses do not count.
Required: Your CPR/AED certification must also be current.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep New Jersey massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the New Jersey Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the New Jersey Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Massage, Bodywork & Somatic Therapy Committee
New Jersey Board of Nursing
PO Box 45010
Newark, New Jersey 07101
or
124 Halsey St.,
6th Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
Phone: 973-504-6430
New Jersey Board of Nursing Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
New Mexico
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that New Mexico requires Massage Therapists to complete 16 CE hours by October 31st, every 2 years, for license renewal.
Required: 4 CE hours must be in ethics.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep New Mexico massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the New Mexico Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the New Mexico Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
New Mexico Massage Therapy Board
Toney Anaya Bldg.
2550 Carrilos Road
PO BOX 25101
Santa Fe, NM 87505
Phone: 505-476-4870
Fax: 505-476-4645
Email: massage.board@state.nm.us
New Mexico Massage Therapy Board Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
New York
Continuing Education Requirements.
MTMB Institute is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider and is also sponsored by NCBTMB to teach New York LMTs continuing education that is accepted by the state of New York for license renewal.
MTMB Institute sends your completion of continuing education units, (CEU’s), information to the NCBTMB along with your NY license number. The NCBTMB re-issues your certificates.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our understanding that New York requires Massage Therapists to complete 36 CE hours every 3 years for license renewal.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep New York massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the New York Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the New York Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
New York State Education Department
Office of Professions
Division of Professional Licensing Services
Massage Therapy
89 Washington Ave
Albany, NY 12234
Phone: 518-474-3817, ext# 150
Fax: 518.486.4846
Email: msthbd@mail.nysed.gov
NYSED Massage Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
North Carolina
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that North Carolina requires Massage Therapists to complete 24 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal, you may only take a maximum of 12 hours of distance learning and a maximum of 3 hours of business management should you choose to take either.
Required: 3 CE hours must be in ethics.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep North Carolina massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the North Carolina Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the North Carolina Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy
PO Box 2539
Raleigh, NC 27602
Physical Location
Wachovia Capital Center Building
150 Fayetteville St. Mall, # 1900
Raleigh, North Carolina 27601
Phone: 919-546-0050
Fax: 919-833-1059
Email: admin@bmbt.org
North Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
North Dakota
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our understanding that 32 massage therapy continuing education credits are required every two years based on your year of licensure in North Dakota.
The North Dakota Board of Massage will accept no more than 12 hours of home study for license renewal. All programs must be approved by the Board.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep North Dakota massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the North Dakota Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the North Dakota Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information.
North Dakota Board of Massage
PO BOX 218
Beach, ND 58621
Phone: 701-872-4895
North Dakota Board of Massage Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Ohio
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our current understanding that, in Ohio, the Ohio Board of Massage does not require continuing education for Massage Therapists' license renewal.
Even though CEU’s are not required many massage therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Ohio massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Ohio Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Ohio Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Ohio Medical Board of Massage Therapy
30 East Broad St. 3rd Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: 614-466-3934
Fax: (614) 728-5946
Ohio Medical Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Oklahoma
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our understanding that, in Oklahoma, the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology requires 5 CUE credits PER YEAR.
Even though CEU’s are not required many Massage Therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Oklahoma massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Oklahoma Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Oklahoma Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology
2401 NW 23rd St # 84
Oklahoma City, OK 73107
Phone: (405) 521-2441
Fax: (405) 521-2440
Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Oregon
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Oregon requires Massage Therapists to complete 25 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
Required: 15 hours must be taken live and relevant to and focus on massage therapy techniques, training or Board approved activities.
Required: 4 contact hours must be in Professional Ethics, Boundaries and/or Communication.
The remaining 10 of 25 hours maybe contact or noncontact hours.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Oregon massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Oregon Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Oregon Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Oregon Board of Massage Therapists
748 Hawthorne Ave., NE
Salem, OR 97301
Phone: 503-365-8657
Fax: 503-385-4465
Oregon Board of Massage Therapists Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Pennsylvania
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Pennsylvania requires Massage Therapists to complete 24 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal, of which 4 CE hours must be in ethics.
Required: 4 hours of continuing education in professional ethics
Required: 16 hours of continuing education shall be earned through contact hours.
Required: CPR certification (shall be earned through contact hours and may not be used to meet the biennial continuing education requirement).
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Pennsylvania's massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Pennsylvania Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Pennsylvania Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy
PO Box 2649
Harrisburg, PA 17105-2649
Phone: 717.783.7155
Fax: 717.787.7769
Email: RA-MassageTherapy@state.pa.us
Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Rhode Island
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our understanding that, in Rhode Island, the Rhode Island Board of Massage requires 6 CUE credits annually for professional license renewal.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Rhode Island massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Rhode Island Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Rhode Island Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Office of Health Professional Regulation
Massage Therapist Licensing
3 Capitol Hill, Room #104
Providence, RI 02908
Phone: 401-222-2828
Fax: 401-222-1272
Rhode Island Department of Health Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
South Carolina
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that South Carolina requires Massage Therapists to complete 12 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep South Carolina massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the South Carolina Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the South Carolina Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
South Carolina Dept. of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
South Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy
PO Box 11329
Columbia, SC 29211-1329
OR
Synergy Business Park
Kingstree Building
110 Centerview Dr.
Columbia, SC 29210
Phone: 803-896-4588
Fax: 803-896-4484
Email: InformationRequest@llr.sc.gov
South Carolina Board of Massage & Bodywork Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
South Dakota
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our understanding that 8 CE hours are required every 2 years for professional license renewal in South Dakota.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep South Dakota massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the South Dakota Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the South Dakota Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
South Dakota Board of Massage Therapy
PO BOX 340 (mailing)
105 South Euclid Ave, Ste. C
Pierre, SD 57501
Phone: 605-224-1721
Fax: 888-425-3032
Email: sdbmt@midwestsolutionssd.com
South Dakota Board of Massage Therapy Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Tennessee
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Tennessee requires Massage Therapists to complete 25 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
Required: 2 CE hours must be in Tennessee statutes and rules
Required: 2 CE hours must be in practice management, ethics or substance abuse.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Tennessee massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Tennessee Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Alabama Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Tennessee Board of Massage
Heritage Place Metro Center
227 French Landing, #300
Nashville, TN 37243
Phone: 615-532-3202 or 1-800-778-4123, ext. #32111
Fax: 615-532-5164
Email: tn.health@tn.gov
Tennessee Board of Massage Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Texas
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Texas requires Massage Therapists to complete 12 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Texas massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Texas Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Texas Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Department of Health Professional Licensing
Massage Therapy Licensing Program
PO Box 12197
Austin, TX 78711
1100 West 49th St.
Austin, TX 78756
Phone: 512-834-6616
Fax: 512-834-6677
Email: massage@dshs.state.tx.us
Massage Therapy Licensing Program Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Utah
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our understanding that the Utah Board of Massage does not require continuing education for Massage Therapists license renewal.
Even though CEU’s are not required many Massage Therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Utah massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Utah Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Utah Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
P.O. Box 146741
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-6741
Phone: (801) 530-6628
Toll-Free: (866) 275-3675
Fax: (801) 530-6511
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Vermont
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our understanding that, in Vermont, there are no massage therapy continuing education requirements for Massage Therapists. Vermont is a state is without regulation.
Even though CEU’s are not required many massage therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Vermont massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Vermont Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Vermont Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Department of Health
108 Cherry Street
Burlington, VT 05402
Phone: 800-464-4343
Vermont Department of Health Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Virginia
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Virginia requires massage therapists to complete 24 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
In order to renew a certificate biennially, a certified Massage Therapist shall:
1. Hold current certification by the NCBTMB; or
2. Complete at least 24 hours of continuing education or learning activities with at least one hour in professional ethics. Hours chosen shall be those that enhance and expand the skills and knowledge related to the clinical practice of massage therapy and may be distributed as follows:
A minimum of 12 of the 24 hours shall be in activities or courses provided by an NCBTMB-approved provider and may include seminars, workshops, home study courses, and continuing education courses.
No more than 12 of the 24 hours may be activities or courses that may include consultation, independent reading or research, preparation for a presentation, a course in cardiopulmonary resuscitation or other such experiences that promote continued learning.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Virginia massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Virginia Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Virginia Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Department of Health Professions
Board of Nursing
Perimeter Center
9960 Mayland Drive #300
Henrico, VA 23233-1463
Phone: 804-367-4515
Fax: 804-527-4455
Email: nursebd@dhp.virginia.gov
Virginia Board of Nursing Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Washington
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Washington requires Massage Therapists to complete 24 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
Required: 8 hours must be direct massage skills training
Required: 4 hours must be in professional ethics, communication and/or Washington State massage laws and regulations. 2 of these hours must include professional roles and boundaries.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Washington massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Washington Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Washington Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Washington State Board of Massage
PO BOX 47877
Olympia, WA 98504
Phone: 360-236-4700
Fax: 360-664-9077
Email: hpqa.csc@doh.wa.gov
Washington State DOH Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
West Virginia
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that West Virginia requires Massage Therapists to complete 24 CE hours every 2 years for license renewal.
Required: 3 CE hours must be in ethics.
The West Virginia Massage Therapy Licensure Board follow the same guidelines as the NCBTMB except as a 2 year license instead of the national 4 year.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep West Virginia massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the West Virginia Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the West Virginia Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
West Virginia Massage Therapy Licensure Board
179 Summers St. #711
Charleston, WV 25301Learn more
Phone: 304-558-1060 or 1-800-871-7265
Fax: 304-558-1061
Email: linda_lyter@verizon.net
West Virginia Massage Therapy Licensure Board Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Wisconsin
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It is our understanding that Wisconsin requires Massage Therapists to complete 24 hours of continuing education.
Required: 2 CE hours must be in ethics
Required: Current CPR/AED certification is required
Required: Current liability insurance is required
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Wisconsin massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Wisconsin Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Wisconsin Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing
Massage Therapy Board
1400 E. Washington Ave.
Madison, WI 53708
(608) 261-2390
Web: drl.wi.gov
Wisconsin DSPS Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more
Wyoming
Continuing Education Requirements.
Massage therapy license requirements vary from state to state, and the laws are constantly changing. It's our current understanding that, in Wyoming, there are no continuing education requirements for Massage Therapists. Wyoming is without professional regulation.
Even though CEU’s are not required many massage therapists still take continuing education courses that capture their interest and expands their knowledge and indeed set an individual apart in their level of skill and knowledge.
We do not send anything to the Board, this is your responsibility.
Please verify all information as things do frequently change.
While we strive to keep Wyoming massage licensing requirements up to date, states change their rules frequently. To verify the latest massage continuing education rules for the Wyoming Massage Board, please see the contact information below.
If you have further questions regarding your massage therapy continuing education requirements, please contact the Wyoming Board of Massage directly.
Contact Information:
State of Wyoming Massage Therapy Licensing
1800 Carey Avenue
4th Floor
Cheyenne, Wyoming
82002
Phone: 307-777-3508
Email: vskora@state.wy.us
Wyoming Professional Licensing Website: Learn more
For CEU requirements: Learn more