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Examination
The Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) provides consistent and nationally recognized entry-level standards that assist state regulators in evaluating an individual’s ability to practice massage safely and competently. Examination
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Education
FSMTB plays a crucial role in supporting schools and promoting continuing education within the field of massage therapy. FSMTB recognizes the importance of maintaining standards in massage education to ensure that practitioners are well-prepared and equipped with the necessary skills. Education
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Regulation
FSMTB membership is comprised of the massage therapy regulatory boards and agencies in the United States and its territories. Through the provision of education, legislative policy expertise, and regulatory programs and services, FSMTB supports our members in their work to ensure that the practice of massage therapy is provided to the public safely and competently. Regulation
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Stay up-to-date on industry news with updates from FSMTB. Network with fellow regulators and other industry professionals at FSMTB hosted events. News & Events
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Resource Center
The FSMTB wants to ensure that consumers of massage and bodywork services have adequate knowledge about what they can expect from a massage and bodywork practitioner. Most importantly, FSMTB wants to ensure that the public is aware of the requirements for licensure for each state and that resources are available to check the license status of practitioners. Resource Center

Month: July 2025

The FSMTB is Celebrating 20 Years in 2025!

Posted on by Kora Cameron

In 2025, FSMTB proudly celebrates 20 years of service to the massage therapy regulatory community, and we’re excited to celebrate this milestone all year long! Our anniversary celebration will culminate at the Annual Meeting this October in Kansas City—home to FSMTB headquarters. To honor this occasion, we’ve created a special 20-year anniversary logo, which will […]


Kristin Scroggin | 2025 FSMTB Annual Meeting Keynote Speaker

Posted on by Kora Cameron

Joining us this year as the keynote speaker at FSMTB’s 2025 Annual Meeting is Kristin Scroggin, A former University of Alabama in Huntsville Communication Professor known for her straight-talk speaking style and wicked twist of humor, who has established herself as somewhat of an authority on Generational Diversity across the USA over the past 11 […]