Massage Therapy License Renewal in Oklahoma (2026)

Massage Therapy license renewal in Oklahoma is handled by the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering (Advisory Board of Massage Therapy), which requires Massage Therapist (LMT)s to renew every 24 months. Below are the renewal deadline rule, continuing-education (CE) hours, fees, and a direct link to the official renewal page — last verified 2026-06-01. This is an unofficial guide; always confirm the details with the board before you file.

Oklahoma Massage Therapy renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Massage therapist licenses expire and must be renewed on the last day of the licensee's birth month. Licenses may be renewed for either one year ($50) or two years ($100). The official renewal fee page lists $100 for a two-year renewal.
CE hours required	5 hours
Renewal fee	$100.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering (Advisory Board of Massage Therapy)

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Continuing-education requirements for Massage Therapys in Oklahoma

Renewal requires five (5) continuing education units (CEUs) per year of the license term (i.e., 5 per year; 10 over a two-year cycle). The official board pages do not specify mandated CE topics such as ethics. CE total varies with the renewal term selected.

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How to renew your Massage Therapy license in Oklahoma

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering (Advisory Board of Massage Therapy) portal.
Complete the required 5 CE hours.
Submit the renewal application and pay the current fee online.
Keep proof of CE and your renewal confirmation for your records.

Good to know: Oklahoma regulates massage therapy at the state level under the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering (OSBCB) per the Massage Therapy Practice Act; an Advisory Board of Massage Therapy operates under it (contact [email protected]). Licenses expire on the last day of the licensee's birth month and can be renewed for 1 year ($50) or 2 years ($100). The official massage renewal fee page lists "$100 for two (2) years" and a "$10.00" late penalty applied the day after expiration. CE requirement is 5 CEUs per year. Online renewal is via the Thentia self-service portal (okcosmo.portalus.thentiacloud.net); as of Nov 2024 all licensees must register a new portal account. Renewal_cycle_months set to 24 reflecting the standard two-year fee option, but a one-year term is also available. Renewal_fee_usd reflects the published 2-year fee ($100); the 1-year fee is $50.

Massage Therapy license renewal in Oklahoma: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Massage Therapy license in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma Massage Therapy licenses renew every 24 months. Massage therapist licenses expire and must be renewed on the last day of the licensee's birth month. Licenses may be renewed for either one year ($50) or two years ($100). The official renewal fee page lists $100 for a two-year renewal.

How many CE hours are required to renew an Massage Therapy license in Oklahoma?

Approximately 5 continuing-education hours per cycle. Renewal requires five (5) continuing education units (CEUs) per year of the license term (i.e., 5 per year; 10 over a two-year cycle). The official board pages do not specify mandated CE topics such as ethics. CE total varies with the renewal term selected. Confirm the current requirement with the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering (Advisory Board of Massage Therapy).

Can I renew my Oklahoma Massage Therapy license online?

Yes — Oklahoma offers online renewal through the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering (Advisory Board of Massage Therapy). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Oklahoma Massage Therapy license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $10 may apply. Contact the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering (Advisory Board of Massage Therapy) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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