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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 high 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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News & Events
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

 

The Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) is an autonomous, non-profit organization comprised of state boards and agencies that regulate the massage therapy profession. The FSMTB was established in 2005 and operates under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All revenue collected by the organization is used to enhance FSMTB programs, maintain and enhance the quality of the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx), and to support FSMTB Member Boards in fulfilling their responsibility of protecting the public.

FSMTB is governed by a board of directors comprised of seven voting directors and two non-voting members (immediate past president and executive director). The seven voting positions are elected into office by the delegate assembly at the FSMTB Annual Meeting. When making nominations, the Nominating Committee considers diversity of ethnicity, gender, geographic distribution, and professional experience. Ultimately, the mission of the board of directors and FSMTB is to support our member boards in their work to ensure that the practice of massage therapy is provided to the public safely and competently.

Member Boards

The FSMTB membership consists of state boards and agencies responsible for regulating the massage therapy profession. Their primary role is to ensure public protection.

 

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