West Virginia Massage Therapy CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Massage Therapy license in West Virginia you need to satisfy the West Virginia Massage Therapy Licensure Board'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 West Virginia requires for Massage Therapy renewal
| CE hours required | 24 hours per cycle |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | West Virginia Massage Therapy Licensure Board |
24 continuing education units must be completed within the preceding two-year licensing period, including 3 hours in professional ethics. CE must adhere to standards of Board-approved providers such as NCBTMB, FSMTB, AMTA, or ABMP. Licensees must keep CE records, which the Board may audit. (CE total of 24 hours and 3 ethics hours verified; the 3-hour ethics figure and carryover details are reported consistently but were drawn partly from secondary summaries of the board rule.)
Full Massage Therapy renewal guide for West Virginia (deadlines, fees & CE) →
West Virginia 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.
West Virginia Massage Therapy CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Massage Therapy license in West Virginia?
West Virginia requires about 24 continuing-education hours per renewal cycle. 24 continuing education units must be completed within the preceding two-year licensing period, including 3 hours in professional ethics. CE must adhere to standards of Board-approved providers such as NCBTMB, FSMTB, AMTA, or ABMP. Licensees must keep CE records, which the Board may audit. (CE total of 24 hours and 3 ethics hours verified; the 3-hour ethics figure and carryover details are reported consistently but were drawn partly from secondary summaries of the board rule.)
Do online Massage Therapy CE courses count in West Virginia?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the West Virginia Massage Therapy Licensure Board. Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my West Virginia Massage Therapy CE?
West Virginia generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the West Virginia Massage Therapy Licensure Board.
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the West Virginia Massage Therapy Licensure Board. Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.
Official West Virginia Massage Therapy Licensure Board site →