New York Massage Therapy CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Massage Therapy license in New York you need to satisfy the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy)'s continuing education (CE) requirement — about 36 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 New York requires for Massage Therapy renewal
| CE hours required | 36 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 36 months |
| Governing body | New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy) |
36 hours of acceptable continuing education are required for each triennial (3-year) re-registration period, in effect since January 1, 2012. No more than 12 hours may be self-instructional coursework. Courses must be from SED-approved sponsors. No specific ethics or topic mandate is published in the rule. Licensees can earn up to 3 of the 36 hours via a department self-examination, and a one-year conditional registration is available for those unable to complete hours for good cause.
Full Massage Therapy renewal guide for New York (deadlines, fees & CE) →
New York 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.
New York Massage Therapy CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Massage Therapy license in New York?
New York requires about 36 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 36 hours of acceptable continuing education are required for each triennial (3-year) re-registration period, in effect since January 1, 2012. No more than 12 hours may be self-instructional coursework. Courses must be from SED-approved sponsors. No specific ethics or topic mandate is published in the rule. Licensees can earn up to 3 of the 36 hours via a department self-examination, and a one-year conditional registration is available for those unable to complete hours for good cause.
Do online Massage Therapy CE courses count in New York?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my New York Massage Therapy CE?
New York generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions (State Board for Massage Therapy). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.