Kentucky Massage Therapy CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Massage Therapy license in Kentucky you need to satisfy the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy's continuing education (CE) requirement — about 12 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 Kentucky requires for Massage Therapy renewal
| CE hours required | 12 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| CE tracking system | Kentucky eServices portal (DPL) — licensees track/document CE hours and renew online; the board reviews submitted CE lists. |
| Governing body | Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy |
12 continuing education hours must be accrued during each 2-year licensure period, all in or related to the practice of massage therapy. A minimum of 3 of those 12 hours must be in professional ethics. Coursework on techniques performed on animals does not qualify. (201 KAR 42:110)
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Kentucky 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.
Kentucky Massage Therapy CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Massage Therapy license in Kentucky?
Kentucky requires about 12 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 12 continuing education hours must be accrued during each 2-year licensure period, all in or related to the practice of massage therapy. A minimum of 3 of those 12 hours must be in professional ethics. Coursework on techniques performed on animals does not qualify. (201 KAR 42:110)
Do online Massage Therapy CE courses count in Kentucky?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy and the completion is reported through Kentucky eServices portal (DPL) — licensees track/document CE hours and renew online; the board reviews submitted CE lists.. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Kentucky Massage Therapy CE?
Kentucky uses Kentucky eServices portal (DPL) — licensees track/document CE hours and renew online; the board reviews submitted CE lists. to track Massage Therapy continuing education. Make sure your completions post there before you renew.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
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