Massage Therapist / Montana
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Montana Massage Therapist License Requirements

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Provides therapeutic massage to relieve pain and reduce stress.

What the Montana data shows for Massage Therapists

Montana's path to massage therapist licensure runs through 837 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. Montana folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Massage Therapy School".

Budget $161 to get started, plus $83 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. Renewal isn't the end of the cost: 24 hours of continuing education are due every 2-year cycle, a recurring time commitment worth planning for.

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

Licensing Requirements in Montana

Education / Training Hours
Massage Therapy School
837 hours
Exam Requirement
MBLEx (Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam)
Required
Initial License Fee
$161
Renewal Fee
$83
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
24 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Massage Therapist in Montana? ▼
Montana's requirements cover 837 hours of education or training, the MBLEx (Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam) exam, and an initial fee of $161. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Massage Therapist in Montana? ▼
To become a licensed massage therapist in Montana, you must meet the state's requirements including 837 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Montana licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Massage Therapist license to Montana from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for massage therapists: Varies by state — check with state board. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Montana licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Montana require a background check for Massage Therapist licensing? ▼
Montana does require a background check before issuing a massage therapist license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Massage Therapist in Montana? ▼
Montana ties continued massage therapist licensure to 24 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $83 renewal fee.

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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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