State of Maine Massage Therapist Board- Open this link to the official Massage Board for Maine. Find all the information needed to apply for or maintain licensure in a new state.
Application- For licensure to become a Massage Therapist in the state of Maine. How to Apply
Application Status - Check Online Only
Renew License Online - Renewing your license is easy, it's all online. Watch for EMAIL reminders for Renewal, paper reminders are no longer sent in the mail. 0 CE Credits for State
Maine Massage Schools - A list of massage schools in Maine- Approved Schools
To become a therapist in the state of Maine, you must complete the application process by submitting proof of the following:
Application with background check
High school diploma or the equivalent
A minimum of 500 hours in classroom and clinical instruction
Or
Received a pass grade on the MBLEx (Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination)
Current copy of First Aid
Current copy of Adult CPR
A 3x5 current photo signed and dated
An $86.00 check, payable to: Maine State Treasurer. This is to cover the non-refundable $25.00 application fee, $40.00 initial license fee, and the $21.00 background check fee..
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List of schools | |
Education Requirements | 500 Hrs |
Title | Massage Therapist MT |
Type of Credential | License |
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National Exam Requirement | |
CEU's | |
Initial Cost of License | $86 |
Require City License | Check Local City & County Business Regulations |
Renewal Fee | $40/ year |
Liability ins | |
Credentialed Practitioners | 2,423 |
Department of Professional & Financial Regulation
Division of Licensing & Enforcement
Massage Therapist
35 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Phone: 207-624-8613
Fax: 207-624-8637
E-mail: Lyn.Padgett@Maine.gov
The Massage Therapist Board for the state of Maine is located:
76 Northern Avenue
Gardiner, Maine 04345
Therapeutic Bodywork Learning Center 185 Harlow St. #8 Bangor, ME 04401 Email: hasmith@midmaine.com |
Bangor | 207.947.7087 |
108 Cottage Street Bar Harbor, ME 04609 |
Bar Harbor | 207.288.8222 |
New Hampshire Institute for Therapeutic Arts 27 Sandy Creek Rd. Bridgton, ME 04009 Email: info@nhita.com |
Bridgton | 207.647.3794 |
Panacea School of Integrative Health 101 Second Street Hallowell, ME 04347 |
Hallowell | 207.242.2983 |
Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health PO Box 703 Lenox, ME 01240 |
Lenox | 413.448.3400 |
207 Gannett Dr. # 1 S Portland, ME 04106 |
S. Portland | 207.822.9802 |
1 Eagle Drive Sanford, ME 04073 |
Sanford | 207.490.0509 |
99 Moose Meadow Lane Waldoboro, ME 04572 Email: admissionsdsm@hughes.net |
Waldoboro | 207.832.5531 |
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Renew on State Approval Anniversary Date | |||
ABMP- Biennially | 16 |
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CE Catalog |
AMTA- Quadrennially | 48 |
Not Limited |
CE Catalog |
NCBTMB- Biennially | 24 |
Not Limited |
CE Catalog |
Increase Professional Knowledge and Skills to ensure effective and safe Massage Therapy Practices by taking advantage of the benefits Continuing Education offers | |||
Check your Massage Association or City/County Professional/Business Laws to meet Continuing Education requirements | |||
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 | Direct Contact (Live) or Online |
Basic Training |
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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 |
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Active Service on ME 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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Keep Records of CE Hours | 5 Years
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Department of Professional & Financial Regulation
Division of Licensing & Enforcement
Massage Therapist
35 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333
Phone: 207-624-8613
Fax: 207-624-8637
E-mail: Lyn.Padgett@Maine.gov
The Massage Therapist Board for the state of Maine is located:
76 Northern Avenue
Gardiner, Maine 04345