Mississippi Massage Therapy CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Massage Therapy license in Mississippi you need to satisfy the Mississippi 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 Mississippi requires for Massage Therapy renewal
| CE hours required | 24 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| CE tracking system | CEUs are tracked through the board's CEU provider reporting system; licensees must also submit copies of CE certificates with the electronic renewal (Rule 10.1.C). |
| Governing body | Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy |
Rule 10.1 requires a minimum of 12 CEU hours each calendar year, i.e. 24 hours per two-year renewal period. Per renewal period the hours must include 3 hours of Mississippi Law/Rules and Regulations, 3 hours of Ethics, 3 hours of CPR/First Aid, 1 hour relating to human trafficking, with the remaining 14 hours as general CE under Rule 10.2.A.2. Proof of current CPR and First Aid certification is required with each renewal. All hours must come from MS-approved/registered providers and programs; CE hours do not expire.
Full Massage Therapy renewal guide for Mississippi (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Mississippi 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.
Mississippi Massage Therapy CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Massage Therapy license in Mississippi?
Mississippi requires about 24 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. Rule 10.1 requires a minimum of 12 CEU hours each calendar year, i.e. 24 hours per two-year renewal period. Per renewal period the hours must include 3 hours of Mississippi Law/Rules and Regulations, 3 hours of Ethics, 3 hours of CPR/First Aid, 1 hour relating to human trafficking, with the remaining 14 hours as general CE under Rule 10.2.A.2. Proof of current CPR and First Aid certification is required with each renewal. All hours must come from MS-approved/registered providers and programs; CE hours do not expire.
Do online Massage Therapy CE courses count in Mississippi?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy and the completion is reported through CEUs are tracked through the board's CEU provider reporting system; licensees must also submit copies of CE certificates with the electronic renewal (Rule 10.1.C).. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Mississippi Massage Therapy CE?
Mississippi uses CEUs are tracked through the board's CEU provider reporting system; licensees must also submit copies of CE certificates with the electronic renewal (Rule 10.1.C). to track Massage Therapy continuing education. Make sure your completions post there before you renew.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.