Excellence in continuing education
Approved Providers for Continuing Education
A 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 exhibited quality instruction of the highest standards throughout the profession.
Why Become an Approved Provider?
- Access to Board Certificants who must receive 24 CEs from Approved Providers every two years to renew.
- Becoming part of the most respected source for continuing education for state license holders to keep their credentials current.
- Listing in the NCBTMB directory, providing visibility for your courses and business.
- Joining the community of professionals dedicated to the highest standards in massage therapy continuing education..
Approved Provider Requirements
- Meet NCBTMB’s Instructor Qualifications
- Submit at least one course with necessary course documentation (course description, learning outcomes, course outline, completed feedback forms from 5+ participants)
- Agree to uphold NCBTMB’s Approved Provider Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Standards of Practice
Approved Provider Costs
- $225 for individuals
- $450 for organizations or conference/tradeshow providers
- $35 per new course submitted
- $50 for New York Sponsorship approval
Important Links & Resources
See important Approved Provider links and forms.
DOWNLOAD LIVE COURSE EVAL FORM
Get answers to the most commonly asked questions about becoming an Approved Provider with NCBTMB.
NCBTMB’s Approved Provider Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, and Standards of Practice.
Request a mail and email marketing list from NCTMB.
If you are currently in good standing with NCBTMB, you have access to exclusive discounts.
Ready 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 Certified
Earn the highest credential in the massage therapy profession and gain recognition for your advanced skills and abilities.
Become an Approved Provider
Share your expertise and become a part of the leading network of massage therapy continuing education providers.
Become an Assigned School
Join us and support a national standard of excellence in massage therapy education.