Arkansas massage therapists must complete 18 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew their license.
Arkansas requires massage therapists to complete their CE hours in specific categories. Here is the full breakdown:
| Category | Hours |
|---|---|
hands on In-person/hands-on massage therapy coursework | 12 |
elective Online CE (non-hands-on topics such as ethics, business) | 6 |
| Total | 18 |
Requires 18 CE hours every 2 years. Only 6 hours may be completed online and must be non-hands-on content. Remaining 12 hours must be in-person.
Follow these steps to renew your massage therapy license in Arkansas:
Log in to the Arkansas Department of Health - Massage Therapy Section website or check your physical license to find your expiration date. Mark it on your calendar so you do not miss it.
Finish all 18 CE hours from board-approved providers before your license expires. Use RubCE to track your progress by category.
Go to the board's online renewal portal. Most states allow you to renew entirely online.
Submit your renewal fee online by credit card or electronic check. Keep your payment confirmation for your records.
Download or print your renewal confirmation. Your updated license or pocket card will arrive by mail or be available for download within a few weeks.
Arkansas requires 18 continuing education hours every 2 years.
The renewal fee is $100.
Arkansas massage therapy licenses renew every 2 years.
Most states accept online CE courses from board-approved providers. Check with the Arkansas Department of Health - Massage Therapy Section to confirm which online providers are approved in Arkansas.
Arkansas maintains a list of approved continuing education providers through the Arkansas Department of Health - Massage Therapy Section. Always verify that your CE provider is board-approved before enrolling.
Online renewals through the Arkansas Department of Health - Massage Therapy Section are typically processed within a few business days. Allow extra time if you are renewing by mail or if your renewal requires document review.
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