Alaska Massage Licensure Requirements
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NCBTMB and FSMTB have reached an Agreement. NCBTMB will no longer accept applications to utilize their Licensing exams effective November 1, 2014 for completion February 1, 2015. The MBLEx will be the sole licensing exam for the Massage Profession, this will facilitate portability and standardization for Massage Therapists.
Board of Massage Therapists- Licensure is required in Alaska effective July 1, 2015. Also effective July 1, 2017, licensure is required for all practicing massage therapists in the State of Alaska. FAQ's
Transition Application- Any who meet the requirements of the transitional provisions will have the educational and exam requirements waived. Must apply before July 1st, 2017. Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
New or Initial Application- Must have all the educational and exam requirements and documentation to apply for a Massage License. Effective July 1st, 2015. Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
Massage Therapists may be licensed by Examination or by Credentials. All Massage Therapists must Transition from unlicensed to licensed before July 1, 2017.
License Renewal Information- Renew PDF -16 CE Credits/ 2 years
Alaska Massage Schools - A list of massage schools in Alaska
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| Web Information | Board of Massage Therapists |
| Education Requirements | 500 Hours- Alaska Massage Schools |
| Title | Massage Therapist MT |
| Type of Credential | License As well as a Business License |
| State Law Test | |
| State Practical or Written Exam | Written Exam |
| National Exam Requirement | |
| CEU's | 6- After July 1, 2015- 16 |
| Initial Cost of License | Initial and Transition Fee $610 |
| Require City License | Check Local City & County Business Regulations |
| Renewal Fee | $610 Biennially |
| Liability ins | Massage Therapy Insurance Comparison |
| Credentialed Massage Practitioners |
State Office Building, 333 Willoughby Ave,. 9th Floor
P.O. Box 110806
Juneau, AK 99811-0806
Phone: 907.465.2550
Fax: 907.465.2974
Questions about Alaska Licensure
Email: License@alaska.gov
Massage Schools in Alaska
Schools Must be approved by:
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Alaska Career College 1415 East Tudor Road Anchorage, AK 99507 |
Anchorage | 907.563.7575 |
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2636 Spenard Rd. Anchorage, AK 99503 |
Anchorage | 907.279.0135 |
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Kindred Spirits School of Massage 3175 College Rd. Fairbanks, AK 99709 Email: myoosteo@yahoo.com |
Fairbanks | 907.479.6707 |
Alaska Continuing Education
Hours |
Requirements & Limitations |
List of Choices |
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| Renew on September 30th every Odd year- Finger Print Background check required every renewal | |||
| 16 CE hours may be contact or noncontact hours | |||
| Professional Ethics, Boundaries, or Communication | Not Limited |
Ethics Bench |
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Body Mechanics & Self-Care |
Not Limited |
Self-Care Guru |
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| Business Practices | Not Limited |
Business Mastery |
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| Adult CPR/ First Aid Instructor-Led | 2 |
Required for Renewal Direct Contact (Live) or Online |
Basic Training |
| Safety Education- Bloodborne Pathogens & Universal Precautions - May take once every 6 years | 4 | 2 years preceding new application for license |
Basic Training |
| Kinesiology, Anatomy, & Physiology of Human Body | Not Limited |
Advanced Instruction Forum |
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| Cultural Competency & Specialized Training | Not Limited |
Special Population Techniques |
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| Pathology of the Human Body | Not Limited |
Advanced Instruction Forum |
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| Self-Study: Books, DVD's, Research Materials, Related Publications, & Publishing an Article | Not Limited |
Research Community |
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| Somatic Education | Not Limited |
Advanced Instruction Forum |
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| Teacher Training | Not Limited |
Instructor Headquarters |
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| Lecture or Teaching a CE Class | Not Limited |
Live |
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| Active Service on AK Massage Related Board, Task Force, Committee, or Attending Meetings | 1 hour of CE for each Meeting/Day/Hour |
Keep Record of Hours & Duties |
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| *Board Approved Credentialing Organizations | |||
| Keep Records of CE Hours | 4 Years- Audit Selected at Random Annually
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Board of Massage Therapists
State Office Building, 333 Willoughby Ave,. 9th Floor
P.O. Box 110806
Juneau, AK 99811-08066
Phone: 907.465.2550
Fax: 907.465.2974
*Board Approved Credentialing Organizations