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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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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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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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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: November 2025

Update on the IMpact™ — and How You Can Help

Posted on by Debra Persinger

The Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) is providing this update to help clarify recent developments related to the Interstate Massage Compact (IMpact™) and share how supporters of the IMpact can help support clarity and stability within the profession. Proposed revisions to the IMpact model legislation are circulating, and this is creating confusion for […]


FSMTB Statement on the Proposed Revisions to the Interstate Massage Compact

Posted on by Debra Persinger

The Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB®) remains committed to advancing responsible and effective licensure mobility for massage therapists through the Interstate Massage Compact (IMpact™). In mid-2021, FSMTB partnered with Council of State Governments (CSG) and the Defense-State Liaison Office (DSLO) under the US Department of Defense (DoD) to support the mobility of licensed […]