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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
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Minimum Age
Education Level
Background Check
Fingerprinting
CPR Certification
Liability Insurance
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Required Training Hours
570 hours
Clinical / Hands-On Hours
hours
Program Approval
Approved massage therapy program
Curriculum Topics
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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
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Overall licensing difficulty: 3/100
Study recommendation: 1–2 weeks of focused review is usually sufficient
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MBLEx (Massage & Bodywork Licensing Exam)
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Hawaii State Massage Licensing Exam (required)
Passing Score
75%
Cost of failing
Retake fee: $195Invest in preparation to pass the first time.
How long should you study? Most candidates study 2–4 weeks before taking the Hawaii State Massage Licensing Exam (required).
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| 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 |
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Can Use Title “LMT”
YesModalities Allowed
Restrictions
Accepts Out-of-State License
MBLEx Score Transfers
Additional Requirements for Reciprocity
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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.
Massage Therapist requirements in nearby states
| State | Total Cost | Timeline | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii (you) | $214+ | 29–56 wks | |
| California | $300-$495 | 26–52 wks | → |
| Alaska | $545 | 31–60 wks | → |
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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.
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