Florida massage therapists must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew their license.
Florida requires massage therapists to complete their CE hours in specific categories. Here is the full breakdown:
| Category | Hours |
|---|---|
ethics Professional ethics | 2 |
medical errors Prevention of medical errors | 2 |
laws rules Florida laws and rules | 2 |
human trafficking Human trafficking awareness (required every renewal) | 1 |
techniques Massage therapy techniques and protocols (must be live/in-person) | 12 |
elective General elective hours in board-approved subjects | 5 |
| Total | 24 |
Requires 24 CE hours every 2 years by August 31 of odd-numbered years. 12 hours of techniques must be live/in-person (not pre-recorded). Uses CE Broker for tracking. HIV/AIDS training may satisfy part of the communicable disease requirement.
Follow these steps to renew your massage therapy license in Florida:
Log in to the Florida Board of Massage Therapy website or check your physical license to find your expiration date. Mark it on your calendar so you do not miss it.
Finish all 24 CE hours from board-approved providers before your license expires. Use RubCE to track your progress by category.
Go to the board's online renewal portal. Most states allow you to renew entirely online.
Submit your renewal fee online by credit card or electronic check. Keep your payment confirmation for your records.
Download or print your renewal confirmation. Your updated license or pocket card will arrive by mail or be available for download within a few weeks.
Florida requires 24 continuing education hours every 2 years.
The renewal fee is $105.
Florida massage therapy licenses renew every 2 years.
Most states accept online CE courses from board-approved providers. Check with the Florida Board of Massage Therapy to confirm which online providers are approved in Florida.
Florida maintains a list of approved continuing education providers through the Florida Board of Massage Therapy. Always verify that your CE provider is board-approved before enrolling.
Online renewals through the Florida Board of Massage Therapy are typically processed within a few business days. Allow extra time if you are renewing by mail or if your renewal requires document review.
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