Iowa massage therapists must complete 16 hours of continuing education every 2 years to renew their license.
Iowa requires massage therapists to complete their CE hours in specific categories. Here is the full breakdown:
| Category | Hours |
|---|---|
hands on In-person or live interactive instruction (minimum) | 8 |
elective Home study/online (techniques, ethics, mandatory reporter, practice management) | 8 |
| Total | 16 |
Requires 16 CE hours every 2 years (July 1 of even years to June 30). Minimum 8 hours must be in-person or live interactive. Up to 8 hours may be home study/online. Board does not pre-approve CE providers; licensees responsible for compliance. Random audit after each cycle.
Follow these steps to renew your massage therapy license in Iowa:
Log in to the Iowa Board of Massage Therapy website or check your physical license to find your expiration date. Mark it on your calendar so you do not miss it.
Finish all 16 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.
Iowa requires 16 continuing education hours every 2 years.
The renewal fee is $60.
Iowa massage therapy licenses renew every 2 years.
Most states accept online CE courses from board-approved providers. Check with the Iowa Board of Massage Therapy to confirm which online providers are approved in Iowa.
Iowa maintains a list of approved continuing education providers through the Iowa Board of Massage Therapy. Always verify that your CE provider is board-approved before enrolling.
Online renewals through the Iowa Board of Massage Therapy 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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