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How to get a massage therapist license in Nebraska. 1000 training hours required. MBLEx required. Government fees: $305. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Massage Therapist
Governing Authority
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services — Board of Massage Therapy
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Licensed
Regulation
1000 hrs
Training Hours
Licensed Massage Therapist
License Title
MBLEx
Exam Required
$305
Total Fees
16 hrs
CE Required
Nebraska 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
1000 hours
Clinical / Hands-On Hours
hours
Program Approval
Approved massage therapy program
Curriculum Topics
Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx)
Administered by FSMTB
State-Specific Exam
State Jurisprudence Exam (75% passing score)
Passing Score
Scaled score — pass/fail
Exam Fee
$195
MBLEx fee paid to FSMTB
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Non-refundable | $110 |
License Fee | Included in application fee |
Exam Fee MBLEx fee paid to FSMTB | $195 |
Total Government Fees Application ($110) + MBLEx ($195) | $305 |
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
Nebraska has the highest education requirement in the nation at 1,000 hours and is one of the only states requiring a minimum age of 19 instead of 18. Work experience can be credited toward education requirements at 100 hours per year.
Nebraska requires 1,000 hours of education — one of the highest in the nation.
Minimum age is 19 (not 18 like most states).
Work experience can be credited at 100 hours per year toward education requirements.
State jurisprudence exam requires 75% passing score.
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#50 of 51
Salary
#31 of 51
Cost
#12 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Massage Therapists (SOC 31-9011)
Entry Level
$49,040
25th percentile
Median
$55,080
-5% vs. national avg ($57,950)Experienced
$76,780
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
340 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: 46–85 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services — Board of Massage Therapy — Licensing Requirements
4–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services — Board of Massage Therapy — Licensing Requirements
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Nebraska requires 1000 hours of training to become a licensed massage therapist. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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