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CE Broker Information for Providers and Licensees - Licensees may subscribe now and receive the personal benefits of continuing education tracking through August 31, 2007.

Continuing Education for Pro Bono Services Form (pdf - 30kb)

Prior to renewal on August 31, 2007, every massage therapist will be required to complete:

  • One (1) hour of continuing education for each month or partial month that has elapsed since the issuance of the license for which renewal is sought, up to a maximum of 24 hours for the renewal period.

  • At least twelve (12) of the hours must be relevant to and focus on massage therapy techniques, which may include the history of massage, human anatomy & physiology, kinesiology and/or pathology.

  • Two (2) hours must cover instruction in professional ethics. Note – If you are a new licensee and this is your first renewal, you are not required to complete this course for renewal.

  • Two (2) hours must cover instruction in the prevention of medical errors.

  • Two (2) hours must cover instruction in Florida Laws and Rules (Chapter 480 and 456, Florida Statutes and Rule Chapter 64B7, F.A.C.). Note – If you are a new licensee and this is your first renewal, you are not required to complete this course for renewal.

  • In addition to the hours required above, a course in HIV/AIDS is also required for renewal.

  • All courses must be obtained through a Board of Massage Therapy Approved Provider.

  • View Rule Chapter 64B7-28.009 Continuing Education.

Continuing Education Providers

To  view board approved continuing education providers, please visit CE Broker.

How To Become a Continuing Education Provider - CE Broker Information for Providers and Licensees