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License to practice massage therapy

Massage-therapist license under NRS 640C.580, including the alternative issuance and restricted probationary pathways. Reflexology and structural integration are separately defined professions under NRS 640C.075 and 640C.090.

Licensing authority: Nevada State Board of Massage Therapy · Application information

Alternative credentials review under NRS 640C.640

At least one of the following alternatives:

Additional exam slot
NRS 640C.320 authorizes Board-prescribed examinations without identifying a current additional assessment. The additional examination established by R128-20 section 4 was repealed by R017-24 section 13.
Age
NRS 640C.640 is an exception to NRS 640C.580; the alternative provision does not restate the ordinary minimum-age requirement.
Application
Submit the completed application and applicable nonrefundable application, licensing and background-check fees.
Application documents
Current government-issued identification, Social Security card, official transcript sent directly by the school or in a sealed school envelope, diploma and passport-quality photograph; send examination scores directly from the testing agency.
Board discretion
Issuance is discretionary after review of the applicant credentials under NRS 640C.640.
Child support
Submit the signed child-support statement; any support order must be complied with or subject to an approved repayment plan under NRS 640C.430.
Education
Official massage-program transcripts must demonstrate at least 500 hours of instruction under NRS 640C.640(2)(b)(6)(I); the Board reviews credentials because the applicant does not otherwise meet the ordinary requirements.
Fingerprints
Submit a complete fingerprint set and written authorization for Nevada criminal-history and FBI checks.
Historical exam scores
NAC 640C.050(1) and the Board application still accept NCETM, NCETMB and NESL scores. FSMTB reports that NCBTMB ceased offering its licensure examinations effective February 1, 2015; these historical scores are applicant evidence rather than current exam leaves.
Investigation
Authorize investigation of the application; the Board investigates character, arrests, convictions, relevant litigation, accuracy and completeness.
Legal practice
Legally practiced massage therapy in another United States jurisdiction for at least three years.
Licensing history
Provide certified verification from every jurisdiction in which licensed, confirming no disciplinary action or pending proceedings.
Reinstatement after child support or subpoena suspension
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Agency letter
Board receives the district-attorney or public-agency letter confirming compliance with the subpoena or warrant or satisfaction of the arrearage under NRS 425.550 and 425.560.
Fee
Pay the reinstatement fee under NRS 640C.520.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Licensure of persons licensed in other jurisdictions

At least one of the following alternatives:

Additional exam slot
NRS 640C.320 authorizes Board-prescribed examinations without identifying a current additional assessment. The additional examination established by R128-20 section 4 was repealed by R017-24 section 13.
Age
At least 18 years old under NRS 640C.580(2)(a).
Application
Submit the completed application and applicable nonrefundable application, licensing and background-check fees.
Application documents
Current government-issued identification, Social Security card, official transcript sent directly by the school or in a sealed school envelope, diploma and passport-quality photograph; send examination scores directly from the testing agency.
Child support
Submit the signed child-support statement; any support order must be complied with or subject to an approved repayment plan under NRS 640C.430.
Education
NRS 640C.420 and NAC 640C.065 govern educational equivalency. The Board general application page additionally states: "Certificate of completion (diploma) showing that you have completed one of the following: Massage Therapy program with a minimum of 625 hours of education". The statutory equivalency route and its grandfather provision remain controlling.
Equivalency
NAC 640C.065 regards at least 550 training hours as substantially equivalent. Continuous active licensure dating to or before the last Nevada grandfather-clause license satisfies educational equivalency regardless of the original hour requirement.
Exam discretion
NRS 640C.420 permits issuance notwithstanding NRS 640C.580; the Board application implements its discretion by asking transferring applicants for a national examination score. MBLEx is included even if an individual applicant qualifies using an accepted historical score.
Existing license
Hold a current corresponding license issued by a United States jurisdiction. The Board may issue under NRS 640C.420 notwithstanding NRS 640C.580 only if the licensing requirements at original issuance are substantially equivalent.
Fingerprints
Submit a complete fingerprint set and written authorization for Nevada criminal-history and FBI checks.
Historical exam scores
NAC 640C.050(1) and the Board application still accept NCETM, NCETMB and NESL scores. FSMTB reports that NCBTMB ceased offering its licensure examinations effective February 1, 2015; these historical scores are applicant evidence rather than current exam leaves.
Investigation
Authorize investigation of the application; the Board investigates character, arrests, convictions, relevant litigation, accuracy and completeness.
Licensing history
Provide certified verification from every jurisdiction in which licensed, confirming no disciplinary action or pending proceedings.
Statutory notarized statement
Provide a notarized statement of disciplinary proceedings and arrests or convictions during the preceding ten years for violence, prostitution or another sexual offense; provide certified statements from jurisdictions licensed in during that period.
Reapplication after more than two years expired

At least one of the following alternatives:

Additional exam slot
NRS 640C.320 authorizes Board-prescribed examinations without identifying a current additional assessment. The additional examination established by R128-20 section 4 was repealed by R017-24 section 13.
Age
At least 18 years old under NRS 640C.580(2)(a).
Application
Submit the completed application and applicable nonrefundable application, licensing and background-check fees.
Application documents
Current government-issued identification, Social Security card, official transcript sent directly by the school or in a sealed school envelope, diploma and passport-quality photograph; send examination scores directly from the testing agency.
Child support
Submit the signed child-support statement; any support order must be complied with or subject to an approved repayment plan under NRS 640C.430.
Education
Successful completion of a Board-recognized massage program. NRS 640C.580(3) recognizes Commission-approved and public-college programs; other recognized programs follow NAC 640C.052: 625 hours, including 345 hours of classroom hands-on massage instruction (at least 80 clinical) and 280 hours of pathology, business, ethics, anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and other courses.
Fingerprints
Submit a complete fingerprint set and written authorization for Nevada criminal-history and FBI checks.
Historical exam scores
NAC 640C.050(1) and the Board application still accept NCETM, NCETMB and NESL scores. FSMTB reports that NCBTMB ceased offering its licensure examinations effective February 1, 2015; these historical scores are applicant evidence rather than current exam leaves.
Investigation
Authorize investigation of the application; the Board investigates character, arrests, convictions, relevant litigation, accuracy and completeness.
Licensing history
Provide certified verification from every jurisdiction in which licensed, confirming no disciplinary action or pending proceedings.
Reapplication trigger
License expired more than two years ago; reapply as a new applicant under the current minimum qualifications and fees.
Restoration within two years after expiration
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Meet renewal application and continuing-education requirements, pay the restoration fee and renewal fee for each expired year.
Continuing education
The Board FAQ demands 24 continuing-education hours for each expired renewal period and a late fee of $25 per month, capped at $500.
Expiration window
Apply within two years after the license expired.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Reapplication after more than two years inactive

At least one of the following alternatives:

Additional exam slot
NRS 640C.320 authorizes Board-prescribed examinations without identifying a current additional assessment. The additional examination established by R128-20 section 4 was repealed by R017-24 section 13.
Age
At least 18 years old under NRS 640C.580(2)(a).
Application
Submit the completed application and applicable nonrefundable application, licensing and background-check fees.
Application documents
Current government-issued identification, Social Security card, official transcript sent directly by the school or in a sealed school envelope, diploma and passport-quality photograph; send examination scores directly from the testing agency.
Child support
Submit the signed child-support statement; any support order must be complied with or subject to an approved repayment plan under NRS 640C.430.
Education
Successful completion of a Board-recognized massage program. NRS 640C.580(3) recognizes Commission-approved and public-college programs; other recognized programs follow NAC 640C.052: 625 hours, including 345 hours of classroom hands-on massage instruction (at least 80 clinical) and 280 hours of pathology, business, ethics, anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and other courses.
Fingerprints
Submit a complete fingerprint set and written authorization for Nevada criminal-history and FBI checks.
Historical exam scores
NAC 640C.050(1) and the Board application still accept NCETM, NCETMB and NESL scores. FSMTB reports that NCBTMB ceased offering its licensure examinations effective February 1, 2015; these historical scores are applicant evidence rather than current exam leaves.
Investigation
Authorize investigation of the application; the Board investigates character, arrests, convictions, relevant litigation, accuracy and completeness.
Licensing history
Provide certified verification from every jurisdiction in which licensed, confirming no disciplinary action or pending proceedings.
Reapplication trigger
Failed to reactivate within two years; apply again as a new applicant.
Initial licensure by examination

At least one of the following alternatives:

Additional exam slot
NRS 640C.320 authorizes Board-prescribed examinations without identifying a current additional assessment. The additional examination established by R128-20 section 4 was repealed by R017-24 section 13.
Age
At least 18 years old under NRS 640C.580(2)(a).
Application
Submit the completed application and applicable nonrefundable application, licensing and background-check fees.
Application documents
Current government-issued identification, Social Security card, official transcript sent directly by the school or in a sealed school envelope, diploma and passport-quality photograph; send examination scores directly from the testing agency.
Child support
Submit the signed child-support statement; any support order must be complied with or subject to an approved repayment plan under NRS 640C.430.
Education
Successful completion of a Board-recognized massage program. NRS 640C.580(3) recognizes Commission-approved and public-college programs; other recognized programs follow NAC 640C.052: 625 hours, including 345 hours of classroom hands-on massage instruction (at least 80 clinical) and 280 hours of pathology, business, ethics, anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and other courses.
Fingerprints
Submit a complete fingerprint set and written authorization for Nevada criminal-history and FBI checks.
Historical exam scores
NAC 640C.050(1) and the Board application still accept NCETM, NCETMB and NESL scores. FSMTB reports that NCBTMB ceased offering its licensure examinations effective February 1, 2015; these historical scores are applicant evidence rather than current exam leaves.
Investigation
Authorize investigation of the application; the Board investigates character, arrests, convictions, relevant litigation, accuracy and completeness.
Licensing history
Provide certified verification from every jurisdiction in which licensed, confirming no disciplinary action or pending proceedings.
Expedited military related licensure by endorsement
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Application, sworn truthfulness affidavit, prescribed application and initial license fees, and other information the Board requires.
Board general instructions
The general applicant FAQ states "Yes, each applicant is required to take and pass a national exam." This general implementation statement is retained as a Board demand; the express statutory military exception controls this route.
Disciplinary history
Proof of no discipline or investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority.
Exam exemption
NRS 640C.580(2)(c) expressly excepts NRS 640C.426 applicants from the national examination requirement.
Existing license
A corresponding valid, unrestricted license issued by another United States jurisdiction.
Fingerprints
Complete fingerprint set and authorization for Nevada and FBI background checks.
Issuance timing
Additional-information notice within 15 business days. Unless denied for good cause, issuance within the later of 45 days after the requested information is complete or ten days after the fingerprint-background report.
Malpractice history
Proof of no civil or criminal malpractice liability in a United States jurisdiction.
Military connection
Active United States armed-forces member or spouse, veteran or veteran surviving spouse.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Alternative credentials licensure with immediate probation

At least one of the following alternatives:

Additional exam slot
NRS 640C.320 authorizes Board-prescribed examinations without identifying a current additional assessment. The additional examination established by R128-20 section 4 was repealed by R017-24 section 13.
Age
NRS 640C.640 is an exception to NRS 640C.580; the alternative provision does not restate the ordinary minimum-age requirement.
Application
Submit the completed application and applicable nonrefundable application, licensing and background-check fees.
Application documents
Current government-issued identification, Social Security card, official transcript sent directly by the school or in a sealed school envelope, diploma and passport-quality photograph; send examination scores directly from the testing agency.
Board discretion
Issuance is discretionary after review of the applicant credentials under NRS 640C.640.
Child support
Submit the signed child-support statement; any support order must be complied with or subject to an approved repayment plan under NRS 640C.430.
Education
Official massage-program transcripts must demonstrate at least 500 hours of instruction under NRS 640C.640(2)(b)(6)(I); the Board reviews credentials because the applicant does not otherwise meet the ordinary requirements.
Fingerprints
Submit a complete fingerprint set and written authorization for Nevada criminal-history and FBI checks.
Historical exam scores
NAC 640C.050(1) and the Board application still accept NCETM, NCETMB and NESL scores. FSMTB reports that NCBTMB ceased offering its licensure examinations effective February 1, 2015; these historical scores are applicant evidence rather than current exam leaves.
Investigation
Authorize investigation of the application; the Board investigates character, arrests, convictions, relevant litigation, accuracy and completeness.
Legal practice
Legally practiced massage therapy in another United States jurisdiction for at least three years.
Licensing history
Provide certified verification from every jurisdiction in which licensed, confirming no disciplinary action or pending proceedings.
Probation basis
The application or background demonstrates an act described in NRS 640C.700; the Board may issue and immediately place the licensee on probation under NAC 640C.075.
Probation terms
The order may require reporting law-enforcement contact within 48 hours, prohibit outcall services, require review of employment offers and notice of employment changes, an ethics course within 90 days, new renewal fingerprints, orientation, and other Board-directed actions.
Other jurisdiction licensure with immediate probation

At least one of the following alternatives:

Additional exam slot
NRS 640C.320 authorizes Board-prescribed examinations without identifying a current additional assessment. The additional examination established by R128-20 section 4 was repealed by R017-24 section 13.
Age
At least 18 years old under NRS 640C.580(2)(a).
Application
Submit the completed application and applicable nonrefundable application, licensing and background-check fees.
Application documents
Current government-issued identification, Social Security card, official transcript sent directly by the school or in a sealed school envelope, diploma and passport-quality photograph; send examination scores directly from the testing agency.
Child support
Submit the signed child-support statement; any support order must be complied with or subject to an approved repayment plan under NRS 640C.430.
Education
NRS 640C.420 and NAC 640C.065 govern educational equivalency. The Board general application page additionally states: "Certificate of completion (diploma) showing that you have completed one of the following: Massage Therapy program with a minimum of 625 hours of education". The statutory equivalency route and its grandfather provision remain controlling.
Equivalency
NAC 640C.065 regards at least 550 training hours as substantially equivalent. Continuous active licensure dating to or before the last Nevada grandfather-clause license satisfies educational equivalency regardless of the original hour requirement.
Exam discretion
NRS 640C.420 permits issuance notwithstanding NRS 640C.580; the Board application implements its discretion by asking transferring applicants for a national examination score. MBLEx is included even if an individual applicant qualifies using an accepted historical score.
Existing license
Hold a current corresponding license issued by a United States jurisdiction. The Board may issue under NRS 640C.420 notwithstanding NRS 640C.580 only if the licensing requirements at original issuance are substantially equivalent.
Fingerprints
Submit a complete fingerprint set and written authorization for Nevada criminal-history and FBI checks.
Historical exam scores
NAC 640C.050(1) and the Board application still accept NCETM, NCETMB and NESL scores. FSMTB reports that NCBTMB ceased offering its licensure examinations effective February 1, 2015; these historical scores are applicant evidence rather than current exam leaves.
Investigation
Authorize investigation of the application; the Board investigates character, arrests, convictions, relevant litigation, accuracy and completeness.
Licensing history
Provide certified verification from every jurisdiction in which licensed, confirming no disciplinary action or pending proceedings.
Probation basis
The application or background demonstrates an act described in NRS 640C.700; the Board may issue and immediately place the licensee on probation under NAC 640C.075.
Probation terms
The order may require reporting law-enforcement contact within 48 hours, prohibit outcall services, require review of employment offers and notice of employment changes, an ethics course within 90 days, new renewal fingerprints, orientation, and other Board-directed actions.
Statutory notarized statement
Provide a notarized statement of disciplinary proceedings and arrests or convictions during the preceding ten years for violence, prostitution or another sexual offense; provide certified statements from jurisdictions licensed in during that period.
Initial examination licensure with immediate probation

At least one of the following alternatives:

Additional exam slot
NRS 640C.320 authorizes Board-prescribed examinations without identifying a current additional assessment. The additional examination established by R128-20 section 4 was repealed by R017-24 section 13.
Age
At least 18 years old under NRS 640C.580(2)(a).
Application
Submit the completed application and applicable nonrefundable application, licensing and background-check fees.
Application documents
Current government-issued identification, Social Security card, official transcript sent directly by the school or in a sealed school envelope, diploma and passport-quality photograph; send examination scores directly from the testing agency.
Child support
Submit the signed child-support statement; any support order must be complied with or subject to an approved repayment plan under NRS 640C.430.
Education
Successful completion of a Board-recognized massage program. NRS 640C.580(3) recognizes Commission-approved and public-college programs; other recognized programs follow NAC 640C.052: 625 hours, including 345 hours of classroom hands-on massage instruction (at least 80 clinical) and 280 hours of pathology, business, ethics, anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and other courses.
Fingerprints
Submit a complete fingerprint set and written authorization for Nevada criminal-history and FBI checks.
Historical exam scores
NAC 640C.050(1) and the Board application still accept NCETM, NCETMB and NESL scores. FSMTB reports that NCBTMB ceased offering its licensure examinations effective February 1, 2015; these historical scores are applicant evidence rather than current exam leaves.
Investigation
Authorize investigation of the application; the Board investigates character, arrests, convictions, relevant litigation, accuracy and completeness.
Licensing history
Provide certified verification from every jurisdiction in which licensed, confirming no disciplinary action or pending proceedings.
Probation basis
The application or background demonstrates an act described in NRS 640C.700; the Board may issue and immediately place the licensee on probation under NAC 640C.075.
Probation terms
The order may require reporting law-enforcement contact within 48 hours, prohibit outcall services, require review of employment offers and notice of employment changes, an ethics course within 90 days, new renewal fingerprints, orientation, and other Board-directed actions.
Military related endorsement with immediate probation
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Application, sworn truthfulness affidavit, prescribed application and initial license fees, and other information the Board requires.
Board general instructions
The general applicant FAQ states "Yes, each applicant is required to take and pass a national exam." This general implementation statement is retained as a Board demand; the express statutory military exception controls this route.
Disciplinary history
Proof of no discipline or investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority.
Exam exemption
NRS 640C.580(2)(c) expressly excepts NRS 640C.426 applicants from the national examination requirement.
Existing license
A corresponding valid, unrestricted license issued by another United States jurisdiction.
Fingerprints
Complete fingerprint set and authorization for Nevada and FBI background checks.
Issuance timing
Additional-information notice within 15 business days. Unless denied for good cause, issuance within the later of 45 days after the requested information is complete or ten days after the fingerprint-background report.
Malpractice history
Proof of no civil or criminal malpractice liability in a United States jurisdiction.
Military connection
Active United States armed-forces member or spouse, veteran or veteran surviving spouse.
Probation basis
The application or background demonstrates an act described in NRS 640C.700; the Board may issue and immediately place the licensee on probation under NAC 640C.075.
Probation terms
The order may require reporting law-enforcement contact within 48 hours, prohibit outcall services, require review of employment offers and notice of employment changes, an ethics course within 90 days, new renewal fingerprints, orientation, and other Board-directed actions.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Biennial renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Renewal application, current passport photograph and renewal fee.
Child support
Signed child-support statement and compliance with any support order or approved repayment plan.
Continuing education
At least 24 Board-approved continuing-education hours in the preceding licensing period. At least two hours in human trafficking during the first licensing period and at least two hours in ethics each licensing period under NAC 640C.119. Excess hours may be carried over subject to NAC 640C.100 limits.
Current license
Hold a license approaching its two-year expiration.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2026-09-22.

Reinstatement after revocation

At least one of the following alternatives:

Additional exam slot
NRS 640C.320 authorizes Board-prescribed examinations without identifying a current additional assessment. The additional examination established by R128-20 section 4 was repealed by R017-24 section 13.
Age
At least 18 years old under NRS 640C.580(2)(a).
Application
Submit the completed application and applicable nonrefundable application, licensing and background-check fees.
Application documents
Current government-issued identification, Social Security card, official transcript sent directly by the school or in a sealed school envelope, diploma and passport-quality photograph; send examination scores directly from the testing agency.
Attestations
Attest to no violation, pending criminal/civil action, or other regulatory discipline/pending discipline during revocation as stated in NRS 622A.410(2)(c).
Child support
Submit the signed child-support statement; any support order must be complied with or subject to an approved repayment plan under NRS 640C.430.
Current requirements
NRS 622A.410 requires all current initial-license requirements.
Education
Successful completion of a Board-recognized massage program. NRS 640C.580(3) recognizes Commission-approved and public-college programs; other recognized programs follow NAC 640C.052: 625 hours, including 345 hours of classroom hands-on massage instruction (at least 80 clinical) and 280 hours of pathology, business, ethics, anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and other courses.
Fingerprints
Submit a complete fingerprint set and written authorization for Nevada criminal-history and FBI checks.
Historical exam scores
NAC 640C.050(1) and the Board application still accept NCETM, NCETMB and NESL scores. FSMTB reports that NCBTMB ceased offering its licensure examinations effective February 1, 2015; these historical scores are applicant evidence rather than current exam leaves.
Investigation
Authorize investigation of the application; the Board investigates character, arrests, convictions, relevant litigation, accuracy and completeness.
Licensing history
Provide certified verification from every jurisdiction in which licensed, confirming no disciplinary action or pending proceedings.
Prior revocation
License revoked in a contested case. Apply only after the prohibition in the final order (one to ten years) ends.
Rehabilitation
Board evaluates severity, subsequent conduct, elapsed time, truthfulness, compliance and rehabilitation; additional requirements and restrictions may be imposed.

Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination

Provider
Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards; administered at Pearson VUE (Pearson Professional Centers) test centers
Format
Computer-based, fixed-length computer-adaptive test (CAT) of multiple-choice questions, each with one correct answer; offered in English and Spanish and administered year-round; results reported as PASS or FAIL, with a diagnostic report by content area for failing candidates
Exam questions
100 multiple-choice questions
Time limit
110 minutes for 100 questions within a two-hour (120-minute) appointment
Passing score
Criterion-referenced passing standard adopted by the FSMTB Board of Directors; results reported as PASS or FAIL
Exam fee
$265 MBLEx application fee
Examination outline
  • Anatomy & Physiology (11%)
    • A. System structure — Cardiovascular
    • A. System structure — Digestive
    • A. System structure — Endocrine
    • A. System structure — Integumentary
    • A. System structure — Lymphatic & Immune
    • A. System structure — Musculoskeletal
    • A. System structure — Nervous
    • A. System structure — Reproduction
    • A. System structure — Respiratory
    • A. System structure — Sensory
    • A. System structure — Urinary
    • B. System function — Cardiovascular
    • B. System function — Digestion
    • B. System function — Endocrine
    • B. System function — Integumentary
    • B. System function — Lymphatic & Immune
    • B. System function — Musculoskeletal
    • B. System function — Nervous
    • B. System function — Reproduction
    • B. System function — Respiratory
    • B. System function — Sensory
    • B. System function — Urinary
    • C. Tissue injury and repair
    • D. Concepts of energetic anatomy
  • Kinesiology (12%)
    • A. Skeletal muscle components & characteristics
    • B. Concepts of skeletal muscle contractions
    • C. Proprioceptors
    • D. Skeletal muscle locations, attachments (origins, insertions), & actions
    • E. Joint structure and function
    • F. Range of motion — Active
    • F. Range of motion — Passive
    • F. Range of motion — Resisted
  • Pathology, Contraindications, Areas of Caution, Special Populations (14%)
    • A. Overview of Pathologies
    • B. Contraindications — Site specific
    • B. Contraindications — Pathology related
    • B. Contraindications — Special populations
    • B. Contraindications — Tools
    • B. Contraindications — Special applications
    • C. Areas of caution
    • D. Special populations
    • E. Classes of medications
  • Benefits and Effects of Soft Tissue Manipulation (15%)
    • A. Physiological effects of soft tissue manipulation
    • B. Psychological effects of soft tissue manipulation
    • C. Effects of soft tissue manipulation for specific client populations
    • D. Soft tissue techniques — Types of strokes
    • D. Soft tissue techniques — Sequence of application
    • E. Hot/cold applications
    • F. Overview of massage/bodywork modalities
  • Client Assessment, Reassessment & Treatment Planning (17%)
    • A. Organization of a massage/bodywork session
    • B. Client consultation and evaluation — Verbal intake
    • B. Client consultation and evaluation — Health history form
    • C. Written data collection
    • D. Visual assessment — General
    • D. Visual assessment — Postural
    • D. Visual assessment — Gait
    • E. Palpation assessment
    • F. Range of motion assessment
    • G. Clinical reasoning — Ability to rule out contraindications
    • G. Clinical reasoning — Client treatment goal setting
    • G. Clinical reasoning — Evaluation of response to previous treatment
    • G. Clinical reasoning — Formulation of treatment strategy
  • Ethics, Boundaries, Laws, Regulations (16%)
    • A. Ethical behavior
    • B. Professional boundaries
    • C. Code of ethics violations
    • D. The therapeutic relationship
    • E. Dual relationships
    • F. Sexual misconduct
    • G. Massage/bodywork-related laws and regulations
    • H. Scope of practice
    • I. Professional communication
    • J. Confidentiality
    • K. Principles
  • Guidelines for Professional Practice (15%)
    • A. Proper and safe use of equipment and supplies
    • B. Practitioner hygiene
    • C. Sanitation and cleanliness
    • D. Safety practices — Facilities
    • D. Safety practices — Practitioner safety
    • D. Safety practices — Client safety
    • E. Practitioner care — Body mechanics
    • E. Practitioner care — Personal protective equipment (PPE)
    • E. Practitioner care — Self-care
    • E. Practitioner care — Injury prevention
    • F. Draping — Safe and appropriate
    • F. Draping — Communication
    • G. Business Practices — Business planning
    • G. Business Practices — Strategic planning
    • G. Business Practices — Office management
    • G. Business Practices — Marketing
    • G. Business Practices — Hiring/Interviewing
    • G. Business Practices — Documentation & Records — Client records
    • G. Business Practices — Documentation & Records — Business records
    • H. Healthcare and business terminology
Examination sources