Pennsylvania massage therapists must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew their license.
Pennsylvania requires massage therapists to complete their CE hours in specific categories. Here is the full breakdown:
| Category | Hours |
|---|---|
ethics Professional ethics | 4 |
child abuse Child abuse recognition and reporting | 2 |
hands on Contact hours (live, in-person) minimum | 16 |
elective Additional CE (up to 8 hours total may be online) | 2 |
| Total | 24 |
Requires 24 CE hours every 2 years. Minimum 4 hours in professional ethics, 2 hours child abuse recognition/reporting. Minimum 16 of 24 hours must be contact (live/in-person). Maximum 8 hours may be online. From NCBTMB-approved providers.
Follow these steps to renew your massage therapy license in Pennsylvania:
Log in to the Pennsylvania State 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.
Pennsylvania requires 24 continuing education hours every 2 years.
The renewal fee is $75.
Pennsylvania massage therapy licenses renew every 2 years.
Most states accept online CE courses from board-approved providers. Check with the Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy to confirm which online providers are approved in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania maintains a list of approved continuing education providers through the Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy. Always verify that your CE provider is board-approved before enrolling.
Online renewals through the Pennsylvania State 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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