Alaska Massage Therapy CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Massage Therapy license in Alaska you need to satisfy the Alaska Board of Massage Therapists (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development)'s continuing education (CE) requirement — about 16 hours per 2-year cycle. Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.
What Alaska requires for Massage Therapy renewal
| CE hours required | 16 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Alaska Board of Massage Therapists (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development) |
Per 12 AAC 79.210, an active massage therapist must complete 16 hours of continuing education per biennial cycle, of which a minimum of 2 hours must be in ethics. Course topics may not appear on the Board's published List of Unacceptable Continuing Education. Up to 2 of the 16 hours may be earned by attending a Board meeting (with emailed written verification). Licenses first issued on or after Oct 1 of the second year of the cycle (prorated licenses) are exempt from CE for that first renewal only. Compliance is self-certified; the Board randomly audits a percentage of renewals, and licensees must retain CE proof for at least four years. A current CPR certificate is also required (verified only if audited).
Full Massage Therapy renewal guide for Alaska (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Alaska Massage Therapy CE course providers
- Institute for Integrative Healthcare
NCBTMB-approved online massage CE, including ethics and state-required topics.
- ABMP (Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals)
Member CE library and approved courses for massage therapists.
- NCBTMB Approved Providers
Directory of NCBTMB-approved CE providers accepted by most state boards.
Alaska Massage Therapy CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Massage Therapy license in Alaska?
Alaska requires about 16 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. Per 12 AAC 79.210, an active massage therapist must complete 16 hours of continuing education per biennial cycle, of which a minimum of 2 hours must be in ethics. Course topics may not appear on the Board's published List of Unacceptable Continuing Education. Up to 2 of the 16 hours may be earned by attending a Board meeting (with emailed written verification). Licenses first issued on or after Oct 1 of the second year of the cycle (prorated licenses) are exempt from CE for that first renewal only. Compliance is self-certified; the Board randomly audits a percentage of renewals, and licensees must retain CE proof for at least four years. A current CPR certificate is also required (verified only if audited).
Do online Massage Therapy CE courses count in Alaska?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Alaska Board of Massage Therapists (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Alaska Massage Therapy CE?
Alaska generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Alaska Board of Massage Therapists (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Alaska Board of Massage Therapists (Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing, Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.