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How to get a massage therapist license in Vermont. Pre-licensing training required. Licensing exam required. Government fees: $275. Verified 2026-03-08. Data verified 2026-03-08. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Massage Therapist
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Licensed
Regulation
Varies
Training Hours
Registered Massage Therapist
License Title
No
Exam Required
$275
Total Fees
No
CE Required
Vermont requires state licensing to practice massage therapy. You must complete approved training, pass the required exam, and obtain a license before practicing.
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| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Biennial registration fee through Office of Professional Regulation | $275 |
License Fee | Included in registration fee |
Exam Fee | N/A |
Total Government Fees Registration fee only — no education or exam costs | $275 |
Can Use Title “LMT”
No / Different TitleModalities Allowed
Restrictions
Accepts Out-of-State License
MBLEx Score Transfers
Additional Requirements for Reciprocity
Renewal Period
Renewal Fee
Continuing Education
Regulatory Board
Vermont requires mandatory registration (not voluntary) for massage therapists since April 1, 2021 (Act 178/SB 220), but registration has zero prerequisites — no education, exam, or training documentation needed. H623 has been introduced to create statewide licensure with actual education/exam requirements.
Vermont requires MANDATORY registration for anyone practicing massage therapy for compensation (Act 178/SB 220, effective April 1, 2021). Registration has ZERO prerequisites — no education, no exam, no CE.
No education hours, examination, or training documentation required.
Check with local municipality for any additional local requirements.
Vermont OPR has declined to recommend massage licensing.
H623 introduced for statewide licensure with education/exam requirements. Registration renewal is biennial ($275) through Office of Professional Regulation.
Explore requirements for other professional licenses in Vermont.
How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#2 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Massage Therapists (SOC 31-9011)
Entry Level
$67,500
25th percentile
Median
$105,490
+82% vs. national avg ($57,950)Experienced
$117,740
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
60 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)
Estimated total: 26–52 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation — Licensing Requirements
4–8 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation — Licensing Requirements
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Vermont requires training to become a licensed massage therapist. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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