How to become a massage therapist in Connecticut
Connecticut massage therapists are licensed by the Connecticut Department of Public Health. Here is what it takes to work as a licensed massage therapist in Connecticut, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Who can become a massage therapist in Connecticut?
- Graduate from a massage school program of at least 750 in-person classroom hours
- School accredited and holding an NCBTMB school code
- 60 hours of unpaid supervised clinical or internship experience
- Pass the MBLEx or the NCBTMB certification exam
Connecticut massage therapist license requirements
| State license | Yes. A state license is required from the Department of Public Health. |
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| Licensed by | Connecticut Department of Public Health |
| License name | Massage Therapist |
| Education or training | At least 750 classroom hours with the instructor present (online hours do not count), plus 60 hours of unpaid, supervised clinical or internship experience. |
| Exam | Pass the MBLEx or the NCBTMB National Certification Examination; the NESL is not accepted. |
| Continuing education | 24 hours of qualifying CE every 4 years; up to 18 online and up to 12 from non-NCBTMB providers. |
How much does it cost?
| Application fee (includes NPDB query) | $379.75 |
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Fees as listed by the state. Schools, courses, exam prep, insurance and equipment cost extra and vary by provider.
Steps to become a massage therapist in Connecticut
- Complete a 750-hour program at an accredited massage school
- Finish 60 hours of supervised clinical or internship experience
- Pass the MBLEx
- Apply online through eLicense and pay the fee
- Have school, exam and supervisor verifications sent directly to DPH
Apply on the official Connecticut site
How do you check a massage therapist's license in Connecticut?
- Ask for the license number and confirm it with the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the person or company you're hiring.
- Ask how long they've been licensed and whether any complaints or discipline are on record.