New Jersey massage therapists must complete 20 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew their license.
New Jersey requires massage therapists to complete their CE hours in specific categories. Here is the full breakdown:
| Category | Hours |
|---|---|
ethics Professional ethics | 2 |
laws rules Laws and rules | 1 |
hands on In-person CE (maximum 6 hours may be online) | 14 |
elective Additional massage/bodywork therapy CE | 3 |
| Total | 20 |
Requires 20 CE hours every 2 years including 2 hours ethics and 1 hour laws/rules. Maximum of 6 hours may be online. All CE must relate to massage/bodywork therapy. Licenses expire November 30 of even-numbered years.
Follow these steps to renew your massage therapy license in New Jersey:
Log in to the New Jersey Board of Massage and Bodywork 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 20 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.
New Jersey requires 20 continuing education hours every 2 years.
The renewal fee is $120.
New Jersey massage therapy licenses renew every 2 years.
Most states accept online CE courses from board-approved providers. Check with the New Jersey Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy to confirm which online providers are approved in New Jersey.
New Jersey maintains a list of approved continuing education providers through the New Jersey Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy. Always verify that your CE provider is board-approved before enrolling.
Online renewals through the New Jersey Board of Massage and Bodywork 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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