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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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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

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July 10, 2024 by Nathan Cunningham Corey Ciocchetti | 2024 FSMTB Annual Meeting Keynote Speaker

Joining us this year as the keynote speaker is Corey Ciocchetti presenting, Inspire Integrity: Chase An Authentic Life.

Serving as the Bill Daniels Professor of Business Ethics and Legal Studies at the University of Denver, Corey Ciocchetti is one of the University’s most popular and highest-rated professors. Corey joined DU after graduating with a law degree from Duke University School of Law, a Masters degree in Religious Studies and two Bachelors degrees in Finance and Economics—summa cum laude—from the University of Denver.

 10 July 2024
June 11, 2024 by Nathan Cunningham Provider Spotlight – Ever Wellness Institute

Stephen Tortorello is a massage educator with over 20 years of experience. Whether you are beginning your massage therapy journey or enhancing your skills, Stephen’s engaging, hands-on classes equip students with the skills to excel in massage therapy. His commitment to excellence and innovation ensures top-quality education. For more information, visit www.everwellnessinstitute.com. Each month we […]

 11 June 2024
March 1, 2024 by Nathan Cunningham 2024 Massage Board Executive Summit-Summary of Meeting

The 2024 Massage Board Executive Summit was held in Savannah, Georgia on April 4-5. Guest speakers included Dr. W. Keith Campbell, a psychology professor from the University of Georgia, who discussed general differences and evolving cultural and societal trends resulting from changing demographics and their impact on educational expectations, standards, and uniformity.

 01 March 2024
March 1, 2024 by Nathan Cunningham SHARE Act A Viable Solution to Licensure Compact Barrier

Occupational licensure compacts are legislatively enacted agreements between states to facilitate multistate practice and strengthen public protection for licensed professions. Since 2016, more than 300 pieces of compact legislation have been adopted by states and territories from the 17 available licensure compacts.

 01 March 2024
February 29, 2024 by Nathan Cunningham Save The Date- 2024 FSMTB Annual Meeting

The FSMTB Annual Meeting is designed for FSMTB members and those involved in regulation to learn and share information. Educators and the general public are also welcome to attend. Please be aware that registration priority is given to FSMTB Member Boards, and attendance may be limited to accommodate members at the discretion of FSMTB.

 29 February 2024
October 31, 2023 by fstmb-dev Iowa regulatory review committee submits final recommendations

The Iowa Boards and Commissions Review Committee has published its final report offering recommendations to remove gender-balance requirements for board members, eliminate certain professional continuing education obligations and consolidate or remove more than 100 boards and commissions.

 31 October 2023