New Mexico massage therapists must complete 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew their license.
New Mexico requires massage therapists to complete their CE hours in specific categories. Here is the full breakdown:
| Category | Hours |
|---|---|
ethics Professional ethics | 4 |
hands on Live, in-person or live interactive training | 8 |
elective Online or home-study (non-technique) | 4 |
| Total | 16 |
Requires 16 CE hours every 2 years by October 31. 4 hours must be in ethics, 8 hours must be live/in-person. Up to 8 hours may be online/home-study but must be non-technique content.
Follow these steps to renew your massage therapy license in New Mexico:
Log in to the New Mexico Massage Therapy Board website or check your physical license to find your expiration date. Mark it on your calendar so you do not miss it.
Finish all 16 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 Mexico requires 16 continuing education hours every 2 years.
The renewal fee is $125.
New Mexico massage therapy licenses renew every 2 years.
Most states accept online CE courses from board-approved providers. Check with the New Mexico Massage Therapy Board to confirm which online providers are approved in New Mexico.
New Mexico maintains a list of approved continuing education providers through the New Mexico Massage Therapy Board. Always verify that your CE provider is board-approved before enrolling.
Online renewals through the New Mexico Massage Therapy Board 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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