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How to Become an Approved Massage Therapy School

Submit an application, which includes:

  • A copy of curriculum and catalogue or course description
  • A sample transcript and diploma reflective of the requirements outlined in 64B7-32.003
  • Proof that the school is licensed to teach massage therapy through the Department of Education or other state-licensing agency if not located in Florida

All new schools must be approved by the Board at one of their regularly scheduled quarterly meetings, which are typically held in January, April, July, and October.


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