Massage Therapy License Renewal in Wisconsin (2026)

Massage Therapy license renewal in Wisconsin is handled by the Wisconsin Massage Therapy and Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board (under the Department of Safety and Professional Services), 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.

Wisconsin Massage Therapy renewal at a glance

Renewal cycle	24 months
Deadline rule	Biennial renewal. The Massage Therapist or Bodywork Therapist credential expires and must be renewed by February 28 of each odd-numbered year (e.g., 2/28/2027).
CE hours required	24 hours
Renewal fee	$75.00
Online renewal	Yes
Governing body	Wisconsin Massage Therapy and Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board (under the Department of Safety and Professional Services)

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Continuing-education requirements for Massage Therapys in Wisconsin

24 hours of acceptable continuing education each two-year renewal period, including 2 hours pertaining to ethics. CE must fall within the scope of practice of massage/bodywork therapy or related business practices. (Wis. Admin. Code MTBT 4.04 and MTBT 7.02(3); per DSPS form #2960 the 24-hour incl. 2 ethics requirement applies to the renewal biennium.) No stated limit on online/distance CE.

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How to renew your Massage Therapy license in Wisconsin

Confirm your renewal deadline and current status on the Wisconsin Massage Therapy and Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board (under the Department of Safety and Professional Services) 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: Wisconsin licenses massage therapists at the state level via DSPS through the Massage Therapy and Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board (credential title: Massage Therapist or Bodywork Therapist; Reg Type 146). Renewal is online through the LicensE portal (license.wi.gov). Official RDAF fee schedule (Rev. 08/07/2025) lists renewal fee $75 and $100 with late fee, so the late penalty is $25 above the base fee. Renewal also requires attestation of CE completion, current CPR/AED certification, and malpractice liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence / $1,000,000 aggregate. CE = 24 hours incl. 2 ethics per biennium per form #2960 and Wis. Admin. Code MTBT. Could not load MTBT 4.03 admin code page (timeout) to independently re-verify CE rule text, but CE figure is corroborated by official DSPS form #2960 PDF.

Massage Therapy license renewal in Wisconsin: frequently asked questions

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

Wisconsin Massage Therapy licenses renew every 24 months. Biennial renewal. The Massage Therapist or Bodywork Therapist credential expires and must be renewed by February 28 of each odd-numbered year (e.g., 2/28/2027).

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

Approximately 24 continuing-education hours per cycle. 24 hours of acceptable continuing education each two-year renewal period, including 2 hours pertaining to ethics. CE must fall within the scope of practice of massage/bodywork therapy or related business practices. (Wis. Admin. Code MTBT 4.04 and MTBT 7.02(3); per DSPS form #2960 the 24-hour incl. 2 ethics requirement applies to the renewal biennium.) No stated limit on online/distance CE. Confirm the current requirement with the Wisconsin Massage Therapy and Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board (under the Department of Safety and Professional Services).

Can I renew my Wisconsin Massage Therapy license online?

Yes — Wisconsin offers online renewal through the Wisconsin Massage Therapy and Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board (under the Department of Safety and Professional Services). Use the official link on this page.

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

Practicing on an expired license is generally prohibited and can carry penalties. A late fee of about $25 may apply. Contact the Wisconsin Massage Therapy and Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board (under the Department of Safety and Professional Services) promptly if your license has lapsed.

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