Massage Therapy License Renewal in Rhode Island (2026)

Massage Therapy license renewal in Rhode Island is handled by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Board of Massage Therapy (Office of Health Professions Regulation), 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.

Rhode Island Massage Therapy renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Massage therapy licenses expire on June 30. Rhode Island recently shifted from an annual to a two-year (biennial) renewal cycle; the current biennial period runs July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027, so a license must be renewed by June 30 at the end of its two-year term. RIDOH mails renewal notices roughly 60 days before expiration.
CE hours required	24 hours
Renewal fee	$65.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Rhode Island Department of Health, Board of Massage Therapy (Office of Health Professions Regulation)

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Last verified 2026-06-01 from the Rhode Island Department of Health, Board of Massage Therapy (Office of Health Professions Regulation). automated research workflow (official rhode-island massage board), confidence medium.

Continuing-education requirements for Massage Therapys in Rhode Island

24 continuing education hours required per two-year renewal cycle (increased from the former 6 hours per year). Of the 24 hours, 3 must be in ethics, and no more than 4 hours may be in self-care. Acceptable CE includes scope-of-practice offerings such as formal presentations, conferences, accredited college/university coursework, and online self-study courses.

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How to renew your Massage Therapy license in Rhode Island

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Rhode Island Department of Health, Board of Massage Therapy (Office of Health Professions Regulation) portal.
Complete the required 24 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: Rhode Island licenses massage therapists at the state level through the RIDOH Board of Massage Therapy. The cycle changed from annual (6 CE/yr) to biennial (24 CE per 2 years) effective with the 07/01/2025-06/30/2027 period; the initial education requirement also rose to 800 hours (effective for applications on/after Jan 1, 2026). Renewal fee consistently reported as $65 across RIDOH-derived sources. Renewal is handled online via the RIDOH electronic licensing portal ([email protected]; Tyler/state-reg-eastern system). A specific late-fee dollar amount could not be verified on an official source (regulation references a late fee but does not state a confirmed amount), so left null. NOTE: the RI Secretary of State rules text for 216-RICR-40-05-10 accessible online still displayed the pre-2025 annual/6-CE figures (apparent stale/cached version); the current biennial/24-CE requirements are confirmed by the official RIDOH massage therapy licensing page and the ABMP legislative update. No state-run CE tracking portal identified; licensees retain/self-report CE records. Board phone (401) 222-2828.

Massage Therapy license renewal in Rhode Island: frequently asked questions

How often do I renew my Massage Therapy license in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island Massage Therapy licenses renew every 24 months. Massage therapy licenses expire on June 30. Rhode Island recently shifted from an annual to a two-year (biennial) renewal cycle; the current biennial period runs July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027, so a license must be renewed by June 30 at the end of its two-year term. RIDOH mails renewal notices roughly 60 days before expiration.

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

Approximately 24 continuing-education hours per cycle. 24 continuing education hours required per two-year renewal cycle (increased from the former 6 hours per year). Of the 24 hours, 3 must be in ethics, and no more than 4 hours may be in self-care. Acceptable CE includes scope-of-practice offerings such as formal presentations, conferences, accredited college/university coursework, and online self-study courses. Confirm the current requirement with the Rhode Island Department of Health, Board of Massage Therapy (Office of Health Professions Regulation).

Can I renew my Rhode Island Massage Therapy license online?

Yes — Rhode Island offers online renewal through the Rhode Island Department of Health, Board of Massage Therapy (Office of Health Professions Regulation). Use the official link on this page.

What happens if I let my Rhode Island Massage Therapy license expire?

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. Late or reactivation fees may apply. Contact the Rhode Island Department of Health, Board of Massage Therapy (Office of Health Professions Regulation) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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