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How to get a massage therapist license in Rhode Island. 800 training hours required. MBLEx required. Government fees: $260. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Massage Therapist
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Licensed
Regulation
800 hrs
Training Hours
Licensed Massage Therapist
License Title
MBLEx
Exam Required
$260
Total Fees
6 hrs
CE Required
Rhode Island 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
800 hours
Clinical / Hands-On Hours
hours
Program Approval
Approved massage therapy program
Curriculum Topics
Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx)
Administered by FSMTB
Other Accepted Exams
Passing Score
Scaled score — pass/fail
Exam Fee
$195
MBLEx fee paid to FSMTB
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee | $65 |
License Fee | Included |
Exam Fee MBLEx fee paid to FSMTB | $195 |
Total Government Fees Estimated total; does not include education costs | $260 |
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
Rhode Island increased its education requirement to 800 hours effective January 1, 2026, making it one of the highest in the nation. It uses annual renewal with 6 CE hours per year.
Effective January 1, 2026, education requirement increased to 800 hours.
6 CE hours per year (annual renewal).
CPR certification and first aid required.
Fingerprinting required as part of background check.
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#49 of 51
Cost
#2 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
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: 38–72 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Rhode Island Board of Massage Therapy (Department of Health) — Licensing Requirements
4–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Rhode Island Board of Massage Therapy (Department of Health) — Licensing Requirements
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Rhode Island requires 800 hours of training to become a licensed massage therapist. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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