New York State Massage Therapy Examination — Information & Free Practice
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New York State Massage Therapy Examination
- Provider
- Meazure Learning
- Exam questions
- 140 items, including 20 requiring knowledge of Eastern methods
- Passing score
- 75.0 as determined by the State Board for Massage
Examination outline
Assessment & Evaluation (15%)
- Intake Interview
- Physical Examination - Evaluation of clients for treatment; gathering information about client's condition; performing passive, active, and resisted movements
Development of a Treatment Plan (27%)
- Definition of scope of treatment
- Areas of knowledge, including anatomy, physiology, and pathology in exploring client's condition
- Selection of appropriate modes of treatment; re-evaluation of initial treatment plan
Application of Treatment Skills (28%)
- Preparation
- Application of Massage Therapy techniques
- Application of accessory therapeutic techniques
- Patient education
- Treatment of clients affected by specific conditions (16%)
Professional Responsibilities, Business Practice and Professional Ethics (14%)
- Knowledge of State laws and regulations governing practice of Massage Therapy
- Client-record keeping
- Safety and First Aid
Examination sources
- New York State Massage Therapy Examination Blueprint
Complete examination blueprint, five sections and Eastern-methods coverage
- New York State Massage Therapy Examination Blueprint
Blueprint version effective beginning March 2025
- 8 NYCRR Part 78
8 NYCRR §78.2(b), passing score
- 8 NYCRR Part 59
8 NYCRR §59.5(f), examination papers scoring
- New York State Massage Therapy Examination Blueprint
Total number of examination items
- NYSED Massage Therapy License Requirements
Examination Requirements, scheduling and separate application
- Meazure Learning New York Massage Examination Registration
How To Register, Board approval and scheduling
Related license preparation
This examination may be required or accepted as an alternative, depending on the license and application pathway.