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

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

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

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

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

License Renewal Recommendation

FSMTB Recommendation License Renewal

Licensing

Authors

Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards

Downloadable Resource

The FSMTB developed three recommended options for regulators to use when deciding on license renewal requirements for massage therapists.

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The FSMTB CE Registry is a database that contains continuing education courses for massage therapists that are provided by educators who meet and adhere to the FSMTB Continuing Education Standards.

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Regulatory Education and Competence Hub (REACH)

REACH is an online platform providing massage therapists with continuing education courses and information supporting professional competence. REACH courses facilitate ongoing learning aligned with state requirements, remediation, and professional development.

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