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NCBTMB Elections Open Soon!

After a rigorous review, two highly qualified candidates have been selected by the NCBTMB Slate Selection Commission to join NCBTMB’s Certification Board. The Slate Selection Commission selected Jennifer Carlson, BCTMB, LMT and Crista de la Garza, BCTMB, LMT for the...

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Notice of Data Security Incident

Notice of Data Security Incident The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, Inc. (NCBTMB) is notifying individuals of a data security incident that may have impacted their personal information. We take the privacy and security of all...

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Job Task Analysis Survey

The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) is conducting a Job Task Analysis (JTA) survey in support of the Board Certification Exam in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCETMB®). The JTA survey gathers feedback from massage...

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NCBTMB Announces New Board Certificants in 1st Quarter

BURR RIDGE, IL — Forty massage therapists earned their Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB®) recently from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), joining a community of more than 11,000 massage...

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NCBTMB Announces New Board Certificants of 4th Quarter

BURR RIDGE, IL — Twenty-three massage therapists earned their Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB®) this past quarter from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), joining a community of more than...

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2024 Certification Board Election Results

Effective March 1st, Christopher Deery Begins Second Term. BURR RIDGE, IL - The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, Inc. (NCBTMB) announced today that Christopher Deery, BCTMB, LMT was positively voted through by Certificants to begin...

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Acceptable & Unacceptable Course Content

Acceptable & Unacceptable Course ContentAcceptable Course Content Massage Modalities, Techniques, and Manual Forces Applications of massage and bodywork therapy for specific needs, conditions, or client populations The use of massage therapy tools and their...

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Spotlight: Becky Thom, BCTMB, CMT

“Becoming Board Certified was a dream I had always had. I wanted to show my students that you are never too old to achieve a goal and that the potential to be great is always there! I am passionate about massage therapy, and I believe in the advancement and advocacy...

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NCBTMB Announces New Board Certificants of 3rd Quarter

BURR RIDGE, IL — Twenty-four massage therapists earned their Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB®) this past quarter from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), joining a community of more than 13,000...

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Assigned Schools Renewal

Assigned School RenewalThank you for your ongoing commitment and dedication to the massage therapy profession. As an Assigned School, you represent the highest standards in massage therapy education. Benefits of renewing include: Assigned Schools reflect a national...

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NCBTMB Elections Open Soon!

After a rigorous review, a highly-qualified candidate has been carefully selected by the NCBTMB Slate Selection Commission to join NCBTMB’s Certification Board. The Slate Selection Commission selected Christopher Deery, BCTMB, LMT, for the one available Practitioner...

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Spotlight: LaDonna Ward, BCTMB, LMT

“I have been a therapist for 33 years. My practice has consistently been focused on working with Chronic Pain clients. Doctors of different specialties send their patients to me for pain relief and/or Lymphatic issues. I became Board certified to have the highest...

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Important System Change

NCBTMB will be going live with a new customer relationship management (CRM) system, the week of October 2nd, 2023.  The new system is: More secure; More versatile—allows you to add your CEs as you complete them throughout your renewal cycle; More user...

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NCBTMB Announces New Board Certificants of 2nd Quarter

BURR RIDGE, IL — Twenty-eight massage therapists earned their Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB®) this past quarter from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), joining a community of more than...

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Spotlight: Donna Sarvello, MBA, BSMTB, LMT

Donna has been in this profession since 1998 and graduated from Chicago School of Massage Therapy. The owner of the school was the AMTA President who worked to create Certification and instilled the belief of higher credentials in her. Throughout her career she saw...

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Approved Provider Landing Page

Join The Premier Community Of EducatorsBecome An Approved ProviderApproved Providers meet the highest standards for delivering continuing education in the profession. Why should you become an Approved Provider? ✓ Attract More Students✓ Demonstrate Your Commitment to...

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Board Certification Landing Page

Earn the Profession's Highest CredentialBecome Board CertifiedBoard Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB®) is the only nationally recognized certification and the highest credential you can receive to enhance your career. Why should you become...

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Chose Board Certified Video Submission

Why Choose Board CertificationShare Your Video. Tell Us Why You Chose To Be Board Certified.There are so many benefits to becoming Board Certified.  We'd love to hear why you decided to join the most prestigious community in the massage profession.  Make a quick video...

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NCBTMB & CE Broker

NCBTMB & CE BrokerNCBTMB Partners With CE Broker To Introduce The Official Tracking System For The National Certification Board For Therapeutic Massage & BodyworkCE Broker is now the official CE tracking system for the National Certification Board for Therapeutic...

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Approved Providers Renewal

Approved Provider RenewalThank you for your ongoing commitment and dedication to the massage therapy profession. As an Approved Provider, you represent the highest standards in massage therapy continuing education. Benefits of renewing include: Access to Board...

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Board Certification Renewal

Board Certification RenewalThank you for your ongoing commitment and dedication to yourself and your career. Fields throughout the medical and allied health professions recognize Board Certification and the effort it takes to achieve and maintain it—massage therapy is...

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Approved Provider FAQs

Approved Provider FAQsReady to take the next step?Join our community of massage therapy professionals and access the resources, education, and the support you need to advance your career.Get Board CertifiedEarn the highest credential in the massage therapy profession...

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Board Certification FAQs

Board Certification FAQsReady to take the next step?Join our community of massage therapy professionals and access the resources, education, and the support you need to advance your career.Get Board CertifiedEarn the highest credential in the massage therapy...

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Assigned Schools FAQs

Assigned Schools FAQsReady to take the next step?Join our community of massage therapy professionals and access the resources, education, and the support you need to advance your career.Get Board CertifiedEarn the highest credential in the massage therapy profession...

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MTAC FAQs

MTAC FAQsReady to take the next step?Join our community of massage therapy professionals and access the resources, education, and the support you need to advance your career.Get Board CertifiedEarn the highest credential in the massage therapy profession and gain...

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Privacy Policy

Privacy PolicyThis notice applies to all information collected or submitted on the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) website and via email or other forms of communication. Information We Collect, Why We Collect It, and How We...

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NCBTMB Policies

NCBTMB PoliciesReady to take the next step?Join our community of massage therapy professionals and access the resources, education, and the support you need to advance your career.Get Board CertifiedEarn the highest credential in the massage therapy profession and...

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Digital Badging

NCBTMB & CredlyNCBTMB And Digital Badging Through Credly For Board Certificants And Approved ProvidersNCBTMB has partnered with Credly to provide you with a digital version of your NCBTMB credentials. Digital badges are the Board Certification and Approved Provider...

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Siena Heights University

Siena Heights UniversityNCBTMB is proud to partner with Siena Heights University to provide Board Certificants an opportunity to complete their degree online. Rated one of the best online programs by U.S. News & World Report, NCBTMB has partnered with Siena Heights...

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Online Practice Exam and Prep

Exam Prep Resources and Online Practice ExamNCBTMB has both free and subscription resources available to help you prepare for the Board Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCETMB). NCBTMB is proud to offer its voluntary Online Practice Exam to...

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Standards of Practice

Standards of PracticeBACKGROUND NCBTMB developed and adopted these Standards of Practice to provide Certificants with a clear statement of the expectations of professional conduct and level of practice afforded the public in, among other things, the following areas:...

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Exclusive Discounts

NCBTMB Community Exclusive Discounts & ToolsDiscounts NCBTMB is partnering with top-notch companies to empower you to be your best. There are exclusive savings on the products and services you use every day, as well as tools to further advance your career. To take...

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Contact Us

Contact UsNational Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Address: 1333 Burr Ridge Pkwy STE 200, Burr Ridge, IL 60527Phone: 1-800-296-0664 Customer Service Hours:M-F, 8am to 4:30pm CTReach Out Please use the form below to contact us and tell us a...

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Code of Ethics

Code of EthicsNCBTMB Certificants shall act in a manner that justifies public trust and confidence, enhances the reputation of the profession, and safeguards the interest of individual clients. Certificants will: I. Have a sincere commitment to provide the highest...

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Assigned Schools

Key to the success of the professionAssigned SchoolsAt NCBTMB, we believe schools are crucial to the future of the profession. Prospective students can be assured that NCBTMB Assigned Schools provide the education they need to succeed. Why Become an Assigned...

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Approved Providers

Excellence in continuing education Approved Providers for Continuing EducationA NCBTMB Approved Continuing Education Provider (APCE)—commonly referred to as an Approved Provider or AP—is a massage therapy continuing education instructor or organization that has...

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Board Certification

Become Board CertifiedBoard Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB®) is the highest credential within the massage and bodywork profession. Choosing to become Board Certified demonstrates your advanced assessment and critical thinking abilities and...

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Grant Funds Available from MTF

MTF Funds Enrich the MT Industry via Research, Education & Community Service Free resources, grants, and contests are available to you through the Massage Therapy Foundation! Apply today, deadlines are coming up soon! Do you work for an organization providing...

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NCBTMB Announces New Board Certificants 1st Quarter

BURR RIDGE, IL — Fifty-nine massage therapists earned their Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB®) in the 1st Quarter from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), joining a community of more than 13,000...

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NCBTMB Announces New Board Certificants

BURR RIDGE, IL — Fifty-two massage therapists earned their Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB®) this past month from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB), joining a community of more than 13,000...

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Spotlight: Crista de la Garza LMT, BCTMB

Please provide your full name and current location. Crista de la Garza, LMT, BCTMB, Lafayette, CO Provide one fun fact about you. I have a weakness for adopting animals that make eye contact with me. (Our household cares for 2 fancy goldfish, a tuxedo cat, a large...

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Spotlight: Diane E. Hood LMT, BCTMB

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. Diane E. Hood, BCTMB, Springfield, Missouri. Provide one fun fact about you. I’d rather be outdoors than indoors most days, especially if it’s sunny and warm! I’m a 4-time All-American for USA...

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Spotlight: Alison M Branfoot Dinardi LMT, BCTMB

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. Alison M Branfoot Dinardi, LMT, BCTMB, Rockville Maryland. Provide one fun fact about you. I am training my 6-month old puppy to be a Canine Good Citizen so I can take her with me to work and...

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Spotlight: Juana Maria Ayers BCTMB, LMT

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. Juana Maria Ayers, BCTMB, Flagstaff, AZ Provide one fun fact about you. I have committed to hiking the Arizona Trail! Approximately 800 miles!! What are your hobbies? Backpacking, hiking, running,...

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Spotlight: Timothy J. Lisbon BCTMB, LMT

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. Timothy (Tim) J. Lisbon, BCTMB Shepherdstown, West Virginia Provide one fun fact about you. I am a Licensed Aircraft Mechanic. I used to work for Microsoft as a Technical Account Manager. What are...

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Spotlight: Dorianne Conn BCTMB, LMT

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. Dorianne Conn, Evanston, IL, Massage Therapist Provide one fun fact about you. I marched Baritone horn for four years in the Northwestern University Marching Band, without ever having played an...

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Spotlight: Dustin Blackman BCTMB, NCP, LMT

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. Dustin Lee Blackman NCBTMB, NCP, LMT.  CEO and Therapeutic Massage Practitioner at Shoals Medical Massage Therapy in Muscle Shoals, AL. Provide one fun fact about you. I love my job helping people...

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Spotlight: Joan Knockel BCTMB, LMT

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. Joan Knockel, owner of Therapeutic Massage, LLC, in Asbury Square, Dubuque Iowa.  My toolbox comes with a certification in Neural Reset Therapy and Reflexology. Provide one fun fact about you....

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Spotlight: Deborah Wood-Scearbo, BCTMB, LMT

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. My name is Deborah Wood-Scearbo, my current location is Georgetown, Massachusetts. I am the proud owner and operator of Massage Experts, which employs two wonderfully talented therapists. I have...

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Spotlight: Matthew Gavzy, BCTMB

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. Matthew Gavzy, Fair Lawn, NJ.  Owner, Body Workings Massage Therapy, LLC and Staff Physical Therapist Assistant at Churchill Orthopedic Rehabilitation Provide one fun fact about you. I make...

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Spotlight: Claire Marie Miller, BCTMB

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. My name is Claire Marie Miller. I reside in Chapel Hill, North Carolina as a licensed and Board Certified massage therapist, and educator. Provide one fun fact about you. I own a blueberry farm...

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Spotlight: Sandy Henningsgaard, BCTMB

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. My name is Sandy Henningsgaard. I currently work and reside in Sun City, AZ and am an advanced Certified Rolfer®. Provide one fun fact about you. I’m still working at 72+ years old! What are your...

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Spotlight: Luann Drolc Fortune, BCTMB

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. My name is Luann Drolc Fortune. I currently reside in Fort Myers, FL   and work as a massage therapist and faculty member at Saybrook University (see saybrook.edu; I am with the College of...

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Spotlight: Elizabeth T Phreed, BCTMB, LMT

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. My name is Elizabeth T Phreed - In my practice, I go by Betsy Thompson which is my nickname and maiden name. I currently reside in Boston, MA and own and am the sole massage therapist at Thompson...

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Spotlight: Margie E. Schaeffer, LMT, BCTMB

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. My name is Margie E. Schaeffer, LMT, BCTMB. I currently reside in Blue Ridge Summit, PA and am an LMT and Director of Synergy Massage & Wellness Center. Provide one fun fact about you. I love...

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Spotlight: Jennifer Houle, ND, LMT, BCTMB

Please provide your full name, current location, and current job title. Jennifer Houle, ND, LMT, BCTMB Ellijay, GA Co-Owner of Cohutta Healing Arts Institute, School of Massage Approved Provider and Owner of Professional CE Connection Owner & Massage Therapist –...

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Dustin Blackman, LMT, NCP, BCTMB

Dustin Blackman has 14 years of experience working under doctors and specializes in promoting wellness to a wide range of patient conditions. He began his career working for the Memphis Peabody, and then branched out to Family Urgent Healthcare, where he worked with...

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Jamie Fanara, LMT, BCTMB & Approved Provider

How did you discover the massage therapy profession? I discovered the massage therapy profession through the local community college by taking an introductory class which I had a bad experience with.  But didn’t give up and went and toured the massage program facility...

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Sharon Puszko, LMT, PhD, NCBTMB Approved Provider

How did you discover the massage therapy profession? I was teaching school, human biology, internationally for a number of years.  When teaching in Tokyo, Japan I discovered many of the doctors there would refer people for massage therapy, acupuncture and other...

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Tami A. Goldstein, WLMT, CST, BCTMB

How did you discover the massage therapy profession? I was a travel agent for years, working as a group and meeting planner. I would spend hours coordinating an event. If anyone knows the role of a travel planner for conferences, a 4-day event is a marathon. On one...

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Joe LaTorre, MS, LMT, BCTMB

How did you discover the massage therapy profession? I discovered the massage therapy profession at age 21, when I experienced a severe lower back injury and discovered how massage therapy could alleviate my symptoms. How did you develop your passion into a career? I...

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David J. Otto, LMT, BCTMB

How did you discover the massage therapy profession? I was working as a store manager for a popular furniture rental company, and saw an advertisement for a local school that promised to introduce me to a way to help a lot of people improve their qualities of life. I...

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Theresa Mueller, BCTMB & NCBTMB Approved Provider

How did you discover the massage therapy profession? I was always fascinated about “healing arts.’ I was blessed with the opportunity to change careers in midlife. I left my corporate job and one month later I attended my massage orientation class. To be honest, I...

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Linda Toomey, BAS, LMT, BCTMB

My journey with massage therapy began at an early age due to the influence of my loving great-grandmother from Berlin, Germany. What is considered holistic health living today was the normal way of life for her back then. Natural healthcare for her included gardening,...

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Nathan Nordstrom, LMT, BCTMB

Nathan Nordstrom graduated from East West College of healing arts in 2001 and Portland State University in 2012. He is licensed in Georgia, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington State and is a Board Certified Massage Therapist and Bodyworker (BCTMB) by the National...

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John Amorelli, BCTMB

How did you discover the massage therapy profession? I discovered the massage therapy profession due to a sports injury back in the 90’s that happened to me while playing racquetball.  I opted for PT and massage therapy for treatment vs. surgery. I’m glad I did!  I...

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Ryan Hoyme (aka MassageNerd), BCTMB

My first experience receiving a massage was when I was 20-years-old and it almost scared me from receiving more massages. One of my friends recommended this Asian medicine practitioner and I decided to make an appointment. When I got there, the practitioner spoke...

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Marla Hieger, BCTMB

How did you discover the massage therapy profession? In my former career, I was an over-the-road truck driver. I drove long periods of time, and developed lower-back issues. I was at a time in my life that I wanted a career change, and thought massage might be a good...

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Marnie Hass, LMT, BCTMB

How did you discover the massage therapy profession? I first found massage in my early 20’s when a family friend went to massage school. Back then, massage was strictly thought of for pampering purposes only. We would give each other gift certificates for birthdays or...

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Joseph Muscolino, DC

My Massage Therapy Journey My journey in the world of massage therapy began while I was still in middle and high school, well before any formal training in bodywork. I was just always comfortable using my hands to give family and friends massage. For this reason, when...

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Lauren Jaekle, LMT, BCTMB

My passion for Massage Therapy started at a young age. My younger sister, Melissa, was born prematurely and has a number of challenges. Our family was told to expect the worst but, fortunately, we saw how physical therapy and massage helped her progress well beyond...

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Douglas Nelson, LMT, BCTMB

My Massage Therapy Journey My journey in massage therapy began in 1977. I had just finished a year-long training. As I was leaving, my new roommate was a new massage therapy graduate, and asked if he could practice on me. I remember encouraging him that, “If you want...

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Directory

DirectoryYou can select to search from Board Certified Therapists, Assigned Schools, Approved CE Providers, and Courses below. Each will open up a unique set of search options to choose from. Use of Directory ServiceThis Directory Service and the information contained...

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FAQs

FAQsBoard Certification FAQsVIEW FAQsApproved Provider FAQsVIEW FAQsAssigned Schools FAQsVIEW FAQsMTAC FAQsVIEW FAQsOnline Practice Exam FAQsVIEW FAQsReady to take the next step?Join our community of massage therapy professionals and access the resources, education,...

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Spotlight

NCBTMB SpotlightReady to take the next step?Join our community of massage therapy professionals and access the resources, education, and the support you need to advance your career.Get Board CertifiedShare your expertise and join our community of dedicated continuing...

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News

NCBTMB NewsReady to take the next step?Join our community of massage therapy professionals and access the resources, education, and the support you need to advance your career.Get Board CertifiedEarn the highest credential in the massage therapy profession and gain...

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MTAC

Massage Therapy Assessment For Certification (MTAC)The Massage Therapy Assessment for Certification (MTAC) is a personalized assessment of an individual’s strengths and weaknesses in preparation for the NCBTMB Board Certification Exam. Composed of 120 multiple-choice...

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Committees

NCBTMB Committees and CommissionsNCBTMB has two standing committees and one commission that executes charges assigned by the NCBTMB Certification Board. In addition, the Certification Board may create ad hoc committees to conduct specific tasks, including a review of...

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Bylaws

BylawsBYLAWS OF THE NATIONAL CERTIFICATION BOARD FOR THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE & BODYWORK, INC. Article I. NAME The name of this corporation is the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, Inc. (“NCBTMB”). Article II. OFFICES NCBTMB shall...

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About

About NCBTMBWe’re on a mission to elevate the massage therapy profession nationwide.We are an independent, private, nonprofit organization founded in 1992. Our mission is to elevate the massage therapy profession nationwide by establishing and advancing the highest...

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National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & BodyworkElevating the massage therapy profession nationwide by establishing and advancing the highest credentials and standards of excellence.Elevating the Standards of Massage TherapyWe are an independent,...

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