Texas Massage Therapy Continuing Education Requirements 2026
Texas massage therapists must complete 12 hours of continuing education every two years to renew their massage therapy license. CE must meet Texas requirements and relate to massage therapy practice or another subject accepted by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
MassageTherapyCEU.com is a Texas-approved continuing education provider, Provider #CE1987, and an NCBTMB Approved Provider #409296-00. Our courses can be used toward Texas CE requirements when the course subject matter meets Texas requirements. You can verify current requirements through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation – Massage Therapy.
Suggested courses for Texas massage therapy license renewal:
- Evidence Based Massage – 12 CE hours
- Massage for the Hospitalized and Medically Frail – 12 CE hours
- Massage for the Elderly & Ill – 12 CE hours
- Managing Pain with Massage – 12 CE hours
- Assessment and Treatment Methods for Manual Therapists – 12 CE hours
- Human Trafficking and Massage – 12 CE hours
- Choose a combination of CE courses totaling the required 12 hours.
Texas Massage Therapy CE Requirements at a Glance
| Requirement | Texas |
|---|---|
| CE Hours Required | 12 CE hours every 2 years |
| Texas CE Provider | MassageTherapyCEU.com – Provider #CE1987 |
| NCBTMB | Approved Provider #409296-00 |
| Online CE | Allowed with subject-matter restrictions |
| Ethics | Professional ethics is an acceptable subject |
| CPR/First Aid | Up to 6 CE hours per renewal period |
| Human Trafficking | Required for each renewal |
| Renewal Period | 2 years |
| CE Records | Maintain documentation for audit |
How Many CE Hours Does a Texas Massage Therapist Need?
Texas massage therapists must complete 12 hours of continuing education every two years. CE must be completed during the applicable license period.
Texas also requires massage therapists to complete an HHSC-approved Human Trafficking Prevention Training course for each renewal. This is a separate requirement from the 12 CE hours.
Texas CE Provider Requirements
MassageTherapyCEU.com is a Texas-approved CE provider, Provider #CE1987, and an NCBTMB Approved Provider #409296-00.
Texas recognizes qualifying CE from approved providers, but the course content must also meet Texas requirements. Texas does not pre-approve individual CE courses.
Can Texas Massage Therapists Take CE Online?
Yes, but restrictions apply. Texas permits online and correspondence CE, but online or correspondence courses cannot cover massage therapy techniques or manipulation of soft tissue.
Does Texas Require Ethics Continuing Education?
No separate ethics-hour requirement is specified. Professional ethics is an acceptable CE subject and may be included within the required 12 hours.
Does Texas Require CPR Continuing Education?
Yes. Qualifying CPR and first aid courses may count toward CE, up to 6 CE hours per renewal period when they meet Texas requirements. CPR is not required as a separate number of CE hours.
Does Texas Require Human Trafficking Training?
Yes. Texas massage therapists must complete an HHSC-approved Human Trafficking Prevention Training course for each license renewal. This is separate from the 12 CE hours.
How to Complete Your Texas Massage Therapy CE
Step 1: Check Your License Period
Check your Texas massage therapy license expiration date and determine the two-year period that applies to your renewal.
Step 2: Complete 12 CE Hours
Complete 12 hours of qualifying continuing education during your license period. If taking courses online, make sure the subject matter meets Texas requirements.
Step 3: Complete Human Trafficking Training
Complete the required HHSC-approved Human Trafficking Prevention Training separately from your CE.
Step 4: Renew Your License
Renew your Texas massage therapy license before it expires.
Texas Massage Therapy CE FAQs
How many CE hours are required for Texas massage therapists?
Texas requires 12 CE hours every two years.
Can I take my Texas massage therapy CE online?
Yes.
Does Texas have an online CE limit?
Texas does not specify a simple numerical online-hour limit. Instead, it restricts the subject matter that may be taught through online or correspondence courses.
Does Texas require ethics CE?
There is no separate ethics-hour requirement, but professional ethics is an acceptable CE subject.
Can CPR count as Texas massage therapy CE?
Yes. Qualifying CPR and first aid courses may count for up to 6 CE hours per renewal period.
Does Texas require human trafficking training?
Yes. An HHSC-approved Human Trafficking Prevention Training course is required for each renewal and is separate from the 12 CE hours.
Is MassageTherapyCEU.com approved in Texas?
Yes. MassageTherapyCEU.com is a Texas-approved continuing education provider, Provider #CE1987.
We are also an NCBTMB Approved Provider #409296-00.
Does Texas pre-approve individual CE courses?
No. Texas does not pre-approve individual CE courses. The provider and course must meet applicable Texas requirements.
Where can I verify Texas massage therapy CE requirements?
You can verify current requirements through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation – Massage Therapy.