How to become a massage therapist in New Hampshire
New Hampshire massage therapists are licensed by the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC), Advisory Board of Massage Therapists. Here is what it takes to work as a licensed massage therapist in New Hampshire, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Part of the state's website could not be reached when we checked, so some details come from New Hampshire law and official forms. Confirm them on the official page before you apply.
Who can become a massage therapist in New Hampshire?
- At least 18 years old
- No conviction for a violent or sexually related crime
- Evidence of good mental and physical health
- Graduation from a 750-hour massage program that meets NH rules
- Pass the MBLEx
- Current adult CPR and First Aid certification
New Hampshire massage therapist license requirements
| State license | Yes. New Hampshire requires a state license. A 2026 law (Ch. 305) changes parts of RSA 328-B, including massage establishment rules, effective July 1, 2027. |
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| Licensed by | NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC), Advisory Board of Massage Therapists |
| License name | Licensed Massage Therapist |
| Education or training | A massage therapy school with a 750-hour curriculum meeting NH administrative rules. |
| Exam | Pass the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx). |
| License term | Every 2 years; licenses expire on the last day of the licensee's birth month in even-numbered years (RSA 328-B:7 until July 1, 2027). |
| Continuing education | 12 hours of continuing education over each 2-year period (RSA 328-B:4). |
How much does it cost?
| License application | $110 |
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| License renewal | $110 |
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 New Hampshire
- Complete a 750-hour massage program that meets NH rules
- Pass the MBLEx
- Get adult CPR and First Aid certification
- Submit the OPLC application with the $110 fee
- Renew every two years with 12 CE hours
Apply on the official New Hampshire site
How do you check a massage therapist's license in New Hampshire?
- Ask for the license number and confirm it with the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC), Advisory Board of Massage Therapists.
- 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.