Arizona Massage Therapy CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Massage Therapy license in Arizona you need to satisfy the Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy's continuing education (CE) requirement — about 24 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 Arizona requires for Massage Therapy renewal
| CE hours required | 24 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy |
24 hours of continuing education must be completed in the two-year period immediately preceding license expiration. A maximum of 12 hours may be earned via distance-learning format, so at least 12 hours must be in-person/classroom. Hours cannot be carried over between renewal periods. The administrative rule (R4-15-301) does not mandate a specific ethics or other subject-area requirement.
Full Massage Therapy renewal guide for Arizona (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Arizona 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.
Arizona Massage Therapy CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Massage Therapy license in Arizona?
Arizona requires about 24 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 24 hours of continuing education must be completed in the two-year period immediately preceding license expiration. A maximum of 12 hours may be earned via distance-learning format, so at least 12 hours must be in-person/classroom. Hours cannot be carried over between renewal periods. The administrative rule (R4-15-301) does not mandate a specific ethics or other subject-area requirement.
Do online Massage Therapy CE courses count in Arizona?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Arizona Massage Therapy CE?
Arizona generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.