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The Washington Board of Massage and Department of Health (Department) have proposed two new rules related to health equity that affect continuing education and initial training requirements. You can share your thoughts on the rules with the Department by July 7.
Nevada becomes the first state to adopt the Massage Compact to simplify interstate massage therapy practice and regulation.
House Bill 6733 increases the amount of online continuing education hours massage therapists are permitted to complete.
Despite the impact COVID-19 had on massage school enrollment, a recent survey from Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP) finds that massage graduate numbers are on the rise.
The Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy (Board) issued a proposed rule that would require the Board to clearly list 316 convictions of concern that may disqualify an individual from receiving a license. Elevate your voice and attend the public hearing on July 20 at 10:00 a.m. EDT where the rule will be discussed.
The US Department of Education released new gainful employment rules that could impact massage schools and students across the country. Add your voice to the growing list of professionals submit comments before June 20.
In this June 7, 2023, episode of Outside the Room, host CG Funk speaks with Jonathan Grassi, the founder of Bodywork for Liberation, who talks about psychosis somatic integration within the massage setting.
Senate Bill 483 permits the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to consider each person’s criminal history—including federal offenses and any offense committed in another state—along with rehabilitative efforts when determining whether a massage therapy license should be issued or renewed.
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation announced that massage therapist applicants now have a second licensing testing method from which they can choose, the Texas Massage Therapists Examination. Learn about exam registration, cancellation policies, and location sites.