Texas massage therapists must complete 12 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew their license.
Texas requires massage therapists to complete their CE hours in specific categories. Here is the full breakdown:
| Category | Hours |
|---|---|
techniques Massage therapy techniques, ethics, or laws/rules (techniques must be in-person) | 6 |
elective Related coursework (anatomy, kinesiology, pathology, business, additional techniques) | 6 |
| Total | 12 |
Requires 12 CE hours every 2 years from TDLR-approved, licensed TX massage school, or NCBTMB-approved provider. Online CE only for non-technique subjects. Also requires HHSC-approved human trafficking prevention training and new fingerprinting at each renewal (separate from CE hours).
Follow these steps to renew your massage therapy license in Texas:
Log in to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) - 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 12 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.
Texas requires 12 continuing education hours every 2 years.
The renewal fee is $75.
Texas massage therapy licenses renew every 2 years.
Most states accept online CE courses from board-approved providers. Check with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) - Massage Therapy to confirm which online providers are approved in Texas.
Texas maintains a list of approved continuing education providers through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) - Massage Therapy. Always verify that your CE provider is board-approved before enrolling.
Online renewals through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) - 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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