Massage Therapist / Kansas
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Kansas Massage Therapist License Requirements

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Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

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Provides therapeutic massage to relieve pain and reduce stress.

What the Kansas data shows for Massage Therapists

Kansas sets the entry bar for massage therapists at 1,500 training hours and a passing score on a state-approved exam. A background check is a standard part of the process. The credential is administered under Kansas's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Cosmetology School".

Upfront cost is $75 on a 2-year cycle. There's no continuing-education mandate tied to this profession in Kansas, which keeps the long-run cost of staying licensed lighter than in CE-heavy states.

Kansas evaluates out-of-state credentials case-by-case rather than through a published reciprocity list.

Licensing Ease Score

C-
Licensing Ease Score
53/100
Massage Therapist · Kansas

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training F
1,500 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee B+
$75
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden N/A
N/A
Renewal fee annualized over the renewal cycle
Continuing Education N/A
N/A
Continuing-education hours annualized over the renewal cycle
Experience Required N/A
N/A
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Kansas

Education / Training Hours
Cosmetology School
1,500 hours
Exam Requirement
Required
Initial License Fee
$75
Renewal Fee
N/A
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Required

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Kansas licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Massage Therapist in Kansas? ▼
Kansas requires 1500 education/training hours, passing an exam, and an initial fee of $75. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Massage Therapist in Kansas? ▼
Kansas licenses massage therapists who complete its requirements (1500 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Kansas licensing board.
Can I transfer my Massage Therapist license to Kansas from another state? ▼
Kansas evaluates out-of-state massage therapist licenses on a case-by-case basis. Many professions are covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability. Contact the Kansas licensing board for specific reciprocity details.
Does Kansas require a background check for Massage Therapist licensing? ▼
Yes, Kansas requires a criminal background check as part of the massage therapist licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.

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Massage Therapist in Kansas is one requirement row in a massage therapist-wide, 50-state comparison.

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Kansas licensing board before making career decisions.

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

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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