Michigan Massage Therapy CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Massage Therapy license in Michigan you need to satisfy the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Bureau of Professional Licensing — Board of Massage Therapy's continuing education (CE) requirement — about 18 hours per 3-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 Michigan requires for Massage Therapy renewal
| CE hours required | 18 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 36 months |
| Governing body | Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Bureau of Professional Licensing — Board of Massage Therapy |
18 hours of board-approved continuing education during the 3 years preceding relicensure. Within those hours, at least 1 hour must be in pain and symptom management and at least 2 hours in professional ethics and boundaries. Separately required: one-time human trafficking identification training (Admin Rule 338.732), and implicit bias training (1 hour per year of licensure since June 1, 2021 for renewals after that date). Documentation must be retained for 5 years.
Full Massage Therapy renewal guide for Michigan (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Michigan 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.
Michigan Massage Therapy CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Massage Therapy license in Michigan?
Michigan requires about 18 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 18 hours of board-approved continuing education during the 3 years preceding relicensure. Within those hours, at least 1 hour must be in pain and symptom management and at least 2 hours in professional ethics and boundaries. Separately required: one-time human trafficking identification training (Admin Rule 338.732), and implicit bias training (1 hour per year of licensure since June 1, 2021 for renewals after that date). Documentation must be retained for 5 years.
Do online Massage Therapy CE courses count in Michigan?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Bureau of Professional Licensing — Board of Massage Therapy. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Michigan Massage Therapy CE?
Michigan generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Bureau of Professional Licensing — Board of Massage Therapy.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Bureau of Professional Licensing — Board of Massage Therapy. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.