Arizona uses online application digital licensing https://massagetherapy.az.gov/

License fee payment is online by credit card.

(The State does not accept cash or personal checks).

NOTE: State licensing fees are non-refundable, pursuant to A.A.C. R4-25-103

NEW LICENSING REQUIREMENT BY ARIZONA LEGISLATURE

All Arizona therapists are now required to have current DPS Level-One fingerprint clearance card for legal practice.

License renewals cannot be processed without DPS-issued card.

FOR REQUIRED NATIONAL AND STATE CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS, YOU PROVIDE TWO INKED FEDERAL FINGERPRINT CARDS; ONE TO AZ DPS, ONE TO BOARD

Contact: AZ Department of Public Safety

https://psp.azdps.gov/fingerprintClearance/formTriage

(Sample copy of DPS Level-One card)

Select "Apply for a new card"

Select "Non-IVP"

Contact: psp.azdps.gov

At DPS website, complete their application form, providing them a second inked-original FD-258 fingerprint card. Fee payment is directly to DPS.

(EXISTING LEVEL-ONE HOLDERS, NEED ONLY REGISTER ACTIVE MASSAGE LICENSE WITH DPS)

When DPS issues, or updates, your existing Level-One clearance card, scan and email a copy to the Board.

Do not send your original clearance card to the Board.

- Initial Arizona Massage License -

Plan Ahead -- Remember -- First-Time License Processing takes 3 months

Massage Student? New-No Waiting.

For expedited licensing, submit your initial application, fee payment and inked-Federal print card to State Board

& apply for State license up to 120 days before graduation. (Mblex testing mandatory for any Arizona program not COMTA nationally-accredited).

-The State of Arizona requires a completed initial license application form, submitted online at Board website. Applicant provides a current a color photograph, (passport-style), the authorization number issued after online credit card fee-payment, and a hard-copy and inked FD-258 Federal fingerprint card.

-The State Board is now required to obtain a scanned copy of an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level-One (Non-IVP) clearance card before license application processing.

-Student transcripts can only be accepted directly from the school program.

-National Mblex test results come directly from FSMTB.

-All out-of-state licenses, prior and current, require that state's written license verification.

NOTE: Applicants for an Arizona massage license, from California's voluntary program, do not qualify selecting "Reciprocity" on their application.

(Sample copy of Federal FD-258 form- yellow shows required fields)

- Initial license applicants MUST submit 2 FD-258 Federal hard-copy print cards, after fingerprinting;

One for State Board, the other for Arizona DPS -

NOTE: Initial Arizona massage license applications require the Board online application form, fee payment & attached required materials.

Current FBI background check averages 12 weeks.

By law, the Arizona Massage Board must wait for Federal national background clearance & DPS Level-One card copy before licensing.

To avoid returns, all inked FD-258 Federal fingerprint cards, must have completed fields, including applicant's valid Social Security number, and legal signature for Federal processing.

Arizona State License Renewal?

Avoid Lapse in License & Missed Work -- Renew Early

Apply when within 60 days from expiration.

#1 Complete the online license-renewal application form,

attaching the required proof of citizenship/visa, CE certificates, submit online license fee payment.

#2 Obtain and attach current/or new copy of your DPS Level-One fingerprint clearance card.

#3 Submit online at https://massagetherapy.az.gov/

Attach copies of CE certificates, Total of 12 CE hours may be online; but the remaining 12 hours are State-required to be in the classroom, physically, with the instructor. (Live Webinars not a substitute). Instructors provide attendance verification.

Since 2003, Arizona law requires completing 24 Continuing Education hours before submitting a license renewal application.

NEED CE HOURS?

Arizona LMT's attending any monthly State Board meeting (virtually), can receive 3 CE hours (online only), that will be entered into your licensing record; once each calendar year. AZ Licensees can receive 6 CE hours each licensing period. There is no credits charge. CE credit is for license renewal only.

On this Board website page, click on “Meetings” for future time and dates.

The CE hours registration link is only available before the 9:00 a.m. start of each monthly meeting).

► Arizona licensees attending this full Board meeting may apply for 3 hours of continuing education (CE) credit, once biennially, using the temporary sign-in link provided at the State Board website before the meeting.

Arizona DPS Hotline for Reporting Illegal Practices: 1-(877) 4AZ-TIPS or 1-(877)-429-8477

Arizona Ombudsman-Citizens Aide

Offfice of the Arizona Ombudsman

Helping citizens resolve service issues with state agencies. CLICK HERE

PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUEST

The public may obtain copies of public records for any Arizona state-licensed therapist, including State Board discipline or administrative letters of concern.

ONLINE PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST - Online Public Records

PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST - Download PDF

Complete in writing and email or U.S. mail to Board.

Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy
1740 W. Adams St., S. 3401
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Complaint Form

Anyone believing to have been "harmed" by a state-licensed massage therapist in Arizona, can submit a written complaint requesting investigative review of the therapist, to the State Board.

ONLINE COMPLAINT - Online Form

COMPLAINT FORM - Download PDF

Complete with a pen and U.S. mail or email to the Board.

Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy
1740 W. Adams, St., S. 3401
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

ONLINE PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST- Public Records

PUBLIC RECORDS - Download PDF

Complete with a pen and U.S. mail or email to the Board.

Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy
1740 W. Adams, St., S. 3401
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

To contact staff send email to [email protected]

To check application status, click Application Status Search Tool.

Status of Pending means it is currently in process.

To find a Massage Therapist, use the Massage Therapist Search Tool.

After clicking on the link above, you will be redirected to a new webpage that will default your search by last name. If that's the option you choose, please enter a last name in the "FOR" box and then click the button that reads, "Refresh Data". If you prefer a different search option, other than last name, such as zip code, first name, etc, then please make a different selection in the drop-down menu in the "search" box.

If discipline is present, please feel free to print a copy. In addition, a person may obtain additional public records related to any licensee before 2018, including dismissed complaints and nondisciplinary actions and orders, by completing and submitting the Board's Public Records Request Form.

Statutes and Rules

Statutes

CHAPTER 42 MASSAGE THERAPY

ARTICLE 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS

32-4201 Definitions
32-4202 Board; membership; terms; immunity
32-4203 Board; powers and duties
32-4204 Executive director; personnel; duties; compensation; immunity
32-4205 Board of massage therapy fund

ARTICLE 2. LICENSURE

32-4221 Licensure; persons and activities not required to be licensed
32-4222 Qualifications for licensure
32-4223 Reciprocity
32-4224 Application; temporary licensure
32-4225 License renewal; changes in personal information; notification; continuing education
32-4226 Renewal of an expired license; reinstatement of a lapsed license
32-4227 Fees
32-4228 Massage therapy schools; recognition

ARTICLE 3. REGULATION

32-4251 Lawful practice
32-4252 Use of title; restrictions; violation; classification
32-4253 Disciplinary action; grounds; definitions
32-4254 Investigative powers; emergency action; disciplinary proceedings; formal interview; hearing; civil penalty
32-4255 Unlawful practice; classification; civil penalties; injunctive relief
32-4256 Reporting violations; immunity
32-4257 Third party reimbursement
32-4258 Regulation by county or municipality
32-4259 Access to information; confidential information; display of license

32-4260 Advertising requirements; civil penalty; definitions

Rules

ARIZONA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE

Title 4. Professions and Occupations; Chapter 15. Board of Massage Therapy

"Regulation Rollback" is a strategic step in the state’s ongoing effort to make Arizona the best in the nation for business and consumers.. Please follow this link to learn more.

Pursuant to A.R.S. § 41-1033, any person may file a petition with the Governor's Regulatory Review Council, (GRRC), for review of a final rule based that does not meet the requirements of A.R.S. § 41-1030. A petition may be submitted to the Governor's Regulatory Review Council to request review of an existing agency practice, substantive policy statement, final rule or regulatory requirement that is not specifically authorized by statute pursuant to Title 32, based on an agency practice, substantive policy statement, final rule or regulatory licensing requirement unduly burdensome or not demonstrated to specifically fulfill a public health, safety or welfare concern.

Directory of Active Arizona Schools

Arizona massage education programs currently listed by the Arizona Private Postsecondary Board of Education:

PPSE: Listing of Active Schools and Programs, click this link.

Arizona massage education programs currently listed by the Higher Learning Commission:

Higher Learning Commission: Listing of Active Schools and Programs, click this link.

Arizona massage education programs currently listed by the Council of Occupational Education Higher Learning Commission:

Council of Occupational Education Higher Learning Commission: Listing of Active Schools and Programs, click this link.

Renewal License Application

RENEWAL PAYMENT not expired - $97.50 Online Payment

RENEWAL PAYMENT under 2 years late - $137.50 Online Payment

RENEWAL PAYMENT under 3 years late - $222.50 Online Payment

ONLINE RENEWAL APPLICATION - Online Renewal

32-4226. Renewal of an expired license; reinstatement of a lapsed license

A. Except as provided in section 32-4301, the board may renew an expired license on payment of a renewal fee and a delinquency fee and on proof that the applicant continues to meet all requirements for continuing competency and continuing education established by the board.

B. The board may reinstate a lapsed license on payment of a renewal fee and a reinstatement fee and on proof that the applicant continues to meet all requirements for continuing competency and continuing education established by the board.

C. If a person's license has lapsed for more than three consecutive years, that person shall reapply for a license and pay all applicable fees. The person shall also demonstrate to the board's satisfaction competency in the practice of massage therapy or shall serve an internship under a restricted license or take remedial courses as determined by the board, or both, at the board's discretion. The board may also require the applicant to take an examination.

RENEWAL APPLICATION - Download

PLEASE NOTE: All fees are non-refundable, pursuant to A.A.C. R4-15-102.

Mandatory Criminal Reporting

Pursuant to A.R.S. § 32-3208, a massage therapist or an applicant for licensure as a therapist, who has been charged with a misdemeanor involving conduct that may affect patient safety or a felony must notify the Arizona State Board of Massage, in writing, within ten (10) working days after the charge is filed.

Please use the "Mandatory Criminal Reporting form" to submit your misdemeanor or felony:

ONLINE MANDATORY CRIMINAL REPORTING FORM- Online Mandatory Reporting

MANDATORY CRIMINAL REPORTING FORM- Download PDF

Complete with a pen and mail to the Board.

U.S. Postal Address
Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy
1740 W. Adams, St., S. 3401
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Change of Address

Pursuant to A.R.S. § 32-4225(C), "Each licensee is responsible for reporting to the Board a name change and changes in business and home address and phone numbers within ten (10) after any change" (emphasis added). Please use the "Address Change Form" link to complete and submit your change of address:

ONLINE ADDRESS CHANGE- Online Address change

ADDRESS CHANGE- Download PDF

Complete with a pen and mail to the Board.

U.S. Postal Address
Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy
1740 W. Adams, St., S. 3401
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

Name Change and Replacement/Duplicate License Requests

Pursuant to A.R.S. § 32-4225(C), "Each licensee is responsible for reporting to the Board a name change and changes in business and home address and phone numbers within ten (10) after any change" (emphasis added). Please use the "Name Change Form" link to complete and submit your name change and supporting documentation:

ONLINE NAME CHANGE- Online name change

NAME CHANGE- Download PDF

Please use the "Duplicate License Form" link to request a new wall certificate or a wallet license due to a name change, or if you are requesting multiple wall certificates for multiple offices or to replace a lost or misplaced license.

DUPLICATE LICENSE -

After payment, you get Authorization Code # to place on Form.

DUPLICATE LICENSE PAYMENT - $27.50 Online Payment

ONLINE DUPLICATE LICENSE - Online Duplicate

DUPLICATE LICENSE- Download PDF

Complete with a pen and mail to the Board.

U.S. Postal Address
Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy
1740 W. Adams, St., S. 3401
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

PLEASE NOTE: All fees are non-refundable, pursuant to A.A.C. R4-15-102.

State of Arizona Verification and Volunteer Health Services Registration

Please use the "Request Verification Form" to request verification of your Arizona license be sent to another jurisdiction/licensing board.

ONLINE VERIFICATION OF ARIZONA LICENSE - Online Verification

VERIFICATION OF ARIZONA LICENSE - Download PDF

Complete with a pen and mail to the Board.

U.S. Postal Address
Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy
1740 W. Adams, St., S. 3401
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

VERIFICATION OF NON-AZ LICENSE - Download PDF

Complete with a pen and mail to the Board.

U.S. Postal Address
Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy
1740 W. Adams, St., S. 3401
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

The pdf form below is strictly for volunteering your services, as a massage therapist, without collecting a fee. Only out-of-state massage therapists are eligible for this registration.

VOLUNTEER HEALTH SERVICES - Download PDF

Complete with a pen and mail to the Board.

U.S. Postal Address
Arizona State Board of Massage Therapy
1740 W. Adams, St., S. 3401
Phoenix, Arizona 85007

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July 29, 2024

Plan Ahead -- Remember -- First-Time License Processing takes 3 months

Massage Student? New-No Waiting.

For expedited licensing, submit your initial application, fee payment and inked Federal

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July 29, 2024

Avoid Lapse in License & Missed Work -- Renew Early

Apply when within 60 days from expiration.

#1 Complete the online license-renewal application form,

attaching the required proof of

Arizona uses online application digital licensing https://massagetherapy.az.gov/

Arizona Ombudsman-Citizens Aide

PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUEST

Complaint Form

Latest News

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Initial Arizona Massage License

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