Mississippi Massage Therapy Continuing Education Requirements 2026
Mississippi licensed massage therapists must complete 24 hours of continuing education during each 2-year renewal period, with a minimum of 12 CE hours required each calendar year. Mississippi requires specific continuing education in Mississippi law, rules and regulations; professional ethics; CPR/First Aid; and human trafficking, with the remaining hours consisting of qualifying massage therapy continuing education.
MassageTherapyCEU.com is a Mississippi approved CE provider, Provider #87, and an NCBTMB Approved Provider #409296-00 so Mississppi therapists can use our CE courses for license renewal. You can verify this information or contact the state of Mississippi with further questions by visiting the Mississippi Board of Massage.
Suggested Courses for Mississippi Massage Therapy License Renewal:
- Mississippi Law and Ethics Package - 6 CE Hours
- Mississippi Laws and Rules – 3 CE hours
- Ethics Refresher – 3 CE hours
- Covers the required Mississippi law and ethics hours.
- Mississippi Laws and Rules - 3 CE Hours
- Ethics Refresher - 3 CE Hours
- Human Trafficking and Massage - 1 CE hour
- Other CE hours needed to meet the Mississippi requirement.
- Because we are an NCBTMB provider, you can take any of our courses to reach your CE requirement.
Important: Mississippi requires 3 hours of CPR/First Aid as part of the renewal requirement. The Mississippi Board provides information on approved hands-on CPR/First Aid courses, so massage therapists should complete this requirement through an appropriate CPR/First Aid provider.
Mississippi Massage Therapy CE Requirements at a Glance
| Requirement | Mississippi Requirement |
|---|---|
| CE Hours Required | 24 hours every 2 years |
| Minimum Annual CE | 12 hours per calendar year |
| Mississippi Law, Rules & Regulations | 3 hours |
| Professional Ethics | 3 hours |
| CPR/First Aid | 3 hours |
| Human Trafficking | 1 hour |
| Remaining CE | 14 hours per renewal period |
| Online CE | Yes |
| NCBTMB Providers | Accepted when provider/program is registered with MSBMT |
| CE Documentation | Submit certificates with electronic renewal |
| CE Hours Expire | No |
How Many CE Hours Does a Mississippi Massage Therapist Need?
Mississippi requires massage therapists to complete 12 CE hours each calendar year, for a total of 24 CE hours during a 2-year renewal period. The current Mississippi rules specify:
- 3 hours of Mississippi Law, Rules and Regulations
- 3 hours of professional ethics
- 3 hours of CPR/First Aid
- 1 hour relating to human trafficking
- 14 additional qualifying CE hours
Can Mississippi Massage Therapists Take CE Online?
Yes. The Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy currently states that required CE hours may be completed through online, interactive, or classroom formats, provided the provider and program meet Mississippi approval requirements.
MassageTherapyCEU.com offers online and home-study massage therapy continuing education, including Mississippi-specific law and ethics courses.
Does Mississippi Require Ethics CE?
Yes. Mississippi requires 3 CE hours of professional ethics during each renewal period. The Mississippi Board recognizes ethics as one of the required subject areas for massage therapy continuing education.
Does Mississippi Require CPR and First Aid CE?
Yes. Mississippi requires 3 hours of CPR/First Aid as part of the massage therapist's continuing education requirement. The Board's current CE information specifically lists 3 hours of CPR/First Aid for LMT renewals.
Massage therapists should use an appropriate CPR/First Aid provider and verify that the course satisfies the Mississippi Board's requirements. The Board provides information about hands-on CPR and First Aid courses.
Does Mississippi Require Human Trafficking Training?
Yes. The current Mississippi rules include 1 hour relating to human trafficking as part of the continuing education requirements.
MassageTherapyCEU.com's Human Trafficking and Massage course is 1 CE hour and focuses specifically on human trafficking and its connection to the massage industry, including warning signs, illicit massage businesses, prevention, and reporting.
Does Mississippi Approve CE Providers?
Yes. Mississippi requires CE providers and programs to be approved or registered with the Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy for CE credit to count toward license renewal. The Board maintains information about approved providers and programs.
Mississippi also has a registration process specifically for NCBTMB-approved providers and programs. The Board's current registration form requires providers to identify their NCBTMB approval number and register individual programs.
MassageTherapyCEU.com is a Mississippi approved provider, Provider #87, and an NCBTMB Approved Provider #409296-00.
Does Mississippi Require CE Documentation?
Yes. Mississippi's current rules state that CE is tracked through the CE provider reporting system and that the licensee is responsible for submitting copies of certificates with the electronic renewal. Failure to satisfy the CE requirements can prevent renewal or reinstatement. Massage therapists should keep their certificates and other CE documentation for their records.
How to Complete Your Mississippi Massage Therapy CE
Step 1: Check Your Renewal Period
Mississippi requires 24 CE hours during each 2-year renewal period, with at least 12 hours completed each calendar year.
Step 2: Complete the Required Courses
Make sure your CE includes:
- 3 hours Mississippi Law, Rules and Regulations
- 3 hours professional ethics
- 3 hours CPR/First Aid
- 1 hour human trafficking
Step 3: Complete Your Remaining CE
Complete the remaining 14 hours of qualifying massage therapy continuing education during the renewal period.
Step 4: Choose an Approved Provider
Make sure your courses are offered through a Mississippi-approved/registered provider and program. MassageTherapyCEU.com is Mississippi Provider #87 and NCBTMB Approved Provider #409296-00.
Step 5: Renew Your Mississippi Massage Therapy License
Complete your CE requirements and submit your Mississippi massage therapy license renewal through the Board's online licensing system.
Mississippi Massage Therapy CE FAQs
How many CE hours does Mississippi require for massage therapists?
Mississippi requires 24 CE hours every 2 years, with a minimum of 12 CE hours each calendar year.
Does Mississippi require ethics CE?
Yes. Mississippi requires 3 hours of professional ethics during each renewal period.
Does Mississippi require Mississippi law CE?
Yes. 3 hours of Mississippi Law, Rules and Regulations are required.
Does Mississippi require CPR and First Aid?
Yes. 3 hours of CPR/First Aid are required as part of the renewal requirements.
Does Mississippi require human trafficking CE?
Yes. The current Mississippi rules include 1 hour relating to human trafficking.
Can Mississippi massage therapists take CE online?
Yes. Mississippi currently states that CE may be completed through online, interactive, or classroom formats, provided the provider and program meet Board requirements.
Does Mississippi accept NCBTMB-approved CE?
Yes, when the NCBTMB provider and individual program have been registered with the Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy.
Can I complete my Mississippi CE through MassageTherapyCEU.com?
MassageTherapyCEU.com is a Mississippi approved CE provider, Provider #87, and an NCBTMB Approved Provider #409296-00. Our Mississippi-specific courses can help satisfy the required law and ethics portions, while qualifying massage therapy courses can be used for the remaining CE requirements. CPR/First Aid should be completed through an appropriate provider that meets Mississippi's requirements.
Complete Your Mississippi Massage Therapy CE
MassageTherapyCEU.com offers convenient online and home-study continuing education for Mississippi massage therapists, including Mississippi law, professional ethics, human trafficking, massage therapy techniques, anatomy, pathology, and other professional topics.
We are a Mississippi approved CE provider (#87) and an NCBTMB Approved Provider (#409296-00). Our Mississippi Law and Ethics Package provides the required 3 hours of Mississippi law and 3 hours of ethics, while our Human Trafficking and Massage course provides the required 1 hour of human trafficking education.
Always verify your current renewal requirements with the Mississippi State Board of Massage Therapy before completing your continuing education.