Rhode Island Department of Health – regulates the Licensing of Massage Therapists.

Application- for Licensure to practice Massage in Rhode Island. Rules & Regulations

Each applicant must apply with the Rhode Island Bureau of Criminal Identification having the bureau send results directly to the Massage Board.

License Renewal Information- Renew Online -12 CE's / years

Rhode Island Massage Schools - A list of massage schools in Rhode Island

*** The Rules & Regulations for Massage Therapy in Rhode Island currently states " Have successfully completed the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Body Work or the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage of the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork; or other examination as approved by the Department." ***

A minimum of 500 hours in an approved curriculum with a passing score of 630 on the MBLEx (Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination) is required to apply for a license to practice Massage in the State of Rhode Island. Massage-Exam.Com has over 3500 questions to study in massage assessment, massage application, pathology, body systems, kinesiology, business ethics, and anatomy and physiology. You can take as many tests as you need in order to familiarize yourself with the structure and content of your end of school exams and the MBLEx. Take your time and look over our site, peruse our sample tests, and sign up today to maximize your knowledge and bolster your confidence for your exams.

Application Checklist-

- Application & Fee $65

- Pass MBLEx Licening Exam- Score Sent from the FSMTB to RI Massage Board

- Offical copy of School Transcripts- From School to RI Massage Board

- Criminal Background Check: Rhode Island Bureau of Criminal Identification

- Photo (passport Size) & Birth Certificate

- 3 Character reference letters

- CPR/First Aid Certification