Missouri Massage Therapy CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Massage Therapy license in Missouri you need to satisfy the Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage (Division of Professional Registration, Department of Commerce and Insurance)'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 Missouri requires for Massage Therapy renewal
| CE hours required | 12 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage (Division of Professional Registration, Department of Commerce and Insurance) |
12 hours of continuing education are required each two-year renewal cycle (codified in RSMo 324.265, which conditions renewal on proof that the therapist completed twelve hours of CE as provided by board rule). No specific mandatory topic (e.g., ethics) was found published on the official board source.
Full Massage Therapy renewal guide for Missouri (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Missouri 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.
Missouri Massage Therapy CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Massage Therapy license in Missouri?
Missouri requires about 12 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 12 hours of continuing education are required each two-year renewal cycle (codified in RSMo 324.265, which conditions renewal on proof that the therapist completed twelve hours of CE as provided by board rule). No specific mandatory topic (e.g., ethics) was found published on the official board source.
Do online Massage Therapy CE courses count in Missouri?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage (Division of Professional Registration, Department of Commerce and Insurance). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Missouri Massage Therapy CE?
Missouri generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage (Division of Professional Registration, Department of Commerce and Insurance).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Missouri Board of Therapeutic Massage (Division of Professional Registration, Department of Commerce and Insurance). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.