Massage Therapist / Georgia
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Georgia Massage Therapist License Requirements

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Provides therapeutic massage to relieve pain and reduce stress.

What the Georgia data shows for Massage Therapists

Georgia's path to massage therapist licensure runs through 638 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on MBLEx (Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam), plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Georgia folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Massage Therapy School".

Budget $114 to get started, plus $62 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. The license also carries an ongoing 24-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

On reciprocity, massage therapists should know: Varies by state — check with state board.

Licensing Requirements in Georgia

Education / Training Hours
Massage Therapy School
638 hours
Exam Requirement
MBLEx (Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam)
Required
Initial License Fee
$114
Renewal Fee
$62
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
24 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Massage Therapist in Georgia? ▼
Georgia requires 638 education/training hours, passing an exam (MBLEx (Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam)), and an initial fee of $114. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Massage Therapist in Georgia? ▼
Certification as a massage therapist in Georgia means clearing the state's checklist: 638 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The Georgia licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Massage Therapist license to Georgia from another state? ▼
Massage Therapist licenses generally reciprocate as follows: Varies by state — check with state board. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The Georgia licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Georgia require a background check for Massage Therapist licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the massage therapist licensing process in Georgia. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.
What are the continuing education requirements for Massage Therapist in Georgia? ▼
To stay licensed as a massage therapist in Georgia, plan on 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $62.

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Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

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