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How to get a massage therapist license in Hawaii. 570 training hours required. Licensing exam required. Government fees: $214. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Massage Therapist
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Licensed
Regulation
570 hrs
Training Hours
Licensed Massage Therapist
License Title
No
Exam Required
$214
Total Fees
12 hrs
CE Required
Hawaii requires state licensing to practice massage therapy. You must complete approved training, pass the required exam, and obtain a license before practicing.
Minimum Age
Education Level
Background Check
Fingerprinting
CPR Certification
Liability Insurance
Required Training Hours
570 hours
Clinical / Hands-On Hours
hours
Program Approval
Approved massage therapy program
Curriculum Topics
Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx)
Other Accepted Exams
State-Specific Exam
Hawaii State Massage Licensing Exam (required)
Passing Score
75%
Exam Fee
$195
Hawaii state exam fee
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Non-refundable | $50 |
License Fee Active license fee | $164 |
Exam Fee Hawaii state exam fee | $195 |
Total Government Fees Application ($50) + license ($164) + exam fee | $214 |
Can Use Title “LMT”
YesModalities Allowed
Restrictions
Accepts Out-of-State License
MBLEx Score Transfers
Additional Requirements for Reciprocity
Renewal Period
Renewal Fee
Continuing Education
Regulatory Board
Hawaii is one of the few states that does NOT accept the MBLEx, instead requiring its own state licensing examination with a 75% passing score. Online CPR courses are not accepted.
Hawaii does NOT accept the MBLEx — requires its own state exam.
In-person CPR certification required (online courses not accepted).
2 of the 12 CE hours must be in first aid, CPR, or emergency-related courses.
Hawaii uses 570 hours as its education requirement — an unusual number.
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#22 of 51
Salary
#5 of 51
Cost
#1 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Massage Therapists (SOC 31-9011)
Entry Level
$57,870
25th percentile
Median
$80,590
+39% vs. national avg ($57,950)Experienced
$109,930
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
1,420 employed in this state
Note: Massage therapist income varies widely based on practice setting (spa, clinic, private practice). Self-employed therapists' earnings may differ significantly from these figures.
Source: BLS OEWS – Massage Therapists (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+13.9%
High DemandNew Jobs
+18,600
over 10 years
Annual Openings
20,300
per year (avg.)
133,200 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Estimated total: 29–56 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Hawaii Board of Massage Therapy — Licensing Requirements
4–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Hawaii Board of Massage Therapy — Licensing Requirements
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Hawaii requires 570 hours of training to become a licensed massage therapist. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
Contact the state board for a list of approved education providers.