Montana Board of Massage Therapy- Regulated by the Department of Labor and Industry Business Standards
The legislature started the statewide licensure procedures in 2005.
***April 1 2010- Public hearing for proposed amendment and adoption of rules ***
** Update for Montana Regulations **
Grandfather Clause July 1st 2010= 100 hrs for license
New Regulations After July 1 2012= 500 hrs for license
Grandfather Application - Grandfather licensure (no longer available, due July 1st 2010)
Application by Examination - Proof of 500 hours and Passing score on the MBLEx, NCETMB, or NCETM
Application by Endorsement - You must hold a current valid License in another state with similar requirements. Contact the Board to verify reciprocity.
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Throughout the United States, with or without state licensing regulations, a minimum of 500 hours or more from an approved curriculum is required with a passing score from the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCETMB) or the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB). Within the state of Montana, you may work as a Massage Therapist when you have successfully graduated from an accredited school of massage. The Montana Board now accepts the MBLEx, NCETMB and NCETM examinations.
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| Web Information |
http://www.mt.gov/ |
| Education Requirements |
500 Hours |
| Title |
Licensed Massage Therapist LMT |
| Type of Credential |
License |
| State Law Test |
Laws, Rules & Regulations |
| State Practical or Written Exam |
Written- NCETM/NCETMB or MBLEx |
| National Exam Requirement |
NCETMB/NCETM or
MBLEx |
| CEU's |
12/ 2 years |
| Initial Cost of License |
Grandfather $130
Endorsment/ Examination $140 |
| Require City License |
Check Local City & County Business Regulations |
| Renewal Fee |
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| Liability ins |
Massage Therapy Insurance Comparison |
| Credentialed Massage Practitioners |
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Montana Board of Massage Therapy
PO Box 200513
301 South Park (4th Floor)
Helena, MT 59620-0513
Phone: 406.841.2331 or 2394
Fax: 406.841.2305
Email: dlibsdlmt@mt.gov
Massage Schools in Montana
