09/26/2017
Under Michigan HB 5001, 625 hours of massage education are now required for licensure in Michigan if the license applicant enrolled in school after August 1, 2017. Only 500 hours are required if the license applicant enrolled in school before August 1, 2017.
This change does not affect current licensees who renew their licenses on time.
09/12/2017
Several new rules have gone into effect for Washington State massage therapists as of July 30, 2017.
The rules impact multiple subject areas, as follows:
WAC 246-830-500 Equipment and Sanitation
WAC 246-830-510 Hygiene
08/23/2017
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The Wisconsin state legislature is considering bills that could impact the regulation of massage therapy in the state. |
08/01/2017
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The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has announced nine vacancies on the Massage Therapy Advisory Board (Board). The purpose of the Board is to provide advice and recommendations to the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation (Commission) and TDLR on technical matters relevant to the administration of the Texas massage therapy licensing law. We encourage you to contribute to the massage therapy profession by applying for a seat on the Board. |
07/27/2017
Rhode Island is proposing a few relatively minor changes to it massage therapy regulations. Click here to read the proposed changes.
07/17/2017
07/05/2017
Effective January 13, 2017, new regulations are now in effect for the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Massage Therapy which implemented both major and minor changes to several portions of the Board’s regulations. The Board’s explanation of the rule changes that impact current licensees are summarized below. You can click here to read the full “Frequently Asked Questions” statement issued by the Board.
06/30/2017
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Would you like to contribute to the vitality of the massage profession in Indiana? Two positions are currently open for Indiana state-certified massage therapists on the Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy. The Board is the licensing authority for massage practitioners the State of Indiana. |
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