Massage Therapist / Oregon
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Oregon Massage Therapist License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Provides therapeutic massage to relieve pain and reduce stress.

What the Oregon data shows for Massage Therapists

Oregon's path to massage therapist licensure runs through 960 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. Oregon folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Massage Therapy School".

The initial price tag is $190, and renewal costs $96 every 2 years. 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 Ease Score

C-
Licensing Ease Score
52/100
Massage Therapist · Oregon

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 D
960 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$190
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden C
$48/yr
$96 every 2 years
Continuing Education C-
12.0 hrs/yr
24 hours every 2 years
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Oregon

Education / Training Hours
Massage Therapy School
960 hours
Exam Requirement
MBLEx (Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam)
Required
Initial License Fee
$190
Renewal Fee
$96
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 Oregon licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Massage Therapist in Oregon? ▼
In Oregon, the license path calls for 960 education/training hours, a passing score on MBLEx (Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam), and a $190 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Massage Therapist in Oregon? ▼
Certification as a massage therapist in Oregon means clearing the state's checklist: 960 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The Oregon licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Massage Therapist license to Oregon 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 Oregon licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Oregon require a background check for Massage Therapist licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for massage therapist licensing in Oregon. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.
What are the continuing education requirements for Massage Therapist in Oregon? ▼
Licensed massage therapists in Oregon must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $96.

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What to do with this massage therapist license

Massage Therapist in Oregon, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a massage therapist-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Oregon's massage therapist requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Massage Therapist in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state massage therapist license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Oregon's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Oregon overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Oregon 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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