Assigned Schools FAQs

Assigned Schools

• How can I view or edit my AS Directory Listing?

  • To view your directory listing please click here
    • Select Assigned Schools
    • Enter in the search criteria to view your listing as it appears publicly
  • To edit your directory listing, including name change, sale of the school or to opt out of the directory
    • Contact ce@ncbtmb.org

  Only the City, State, and Zip Code will appear along with a link to your website (if included).  We will not include your phone or email.
• What is an NCBTMB Assigned School?

  A NCBTMB Assigned School is an institution researched and approved by NCBTMB, proving the school is legitimate, operating legally and meets our minimum curriculum requirements of 500 hours of education. The Assigned School program was sunset on June 3, 2026. Click for more information
• Will NCBTMB still provide verification of Assigned School status?

  Yes, send requests for verification of AS status to ce@ncbtmb.org.
• Is there an alternative to being an Assigned School?

  The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) has two avenues available to schools, through its accreditation and endorsed curriculum programs. We encourage schools to consider COMTA accreditation and/or endorsed curriculum. Find more information here:  COMTA – Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation.
• Why is NCBTMB sunsetting the Assigned School program?

  NCBTMB is doing this to focus on what it does best: Board Certification and Approved Provider program) and to support COMTA in what it does best: School accreditation and school curriculum. This is effective June 3, 2026
• Being an Assigned School is required in my state, what do I do?

  Contact ce@ncbtmb.org for more information.
• What happens to current Assigned Schools?

  All Assigned Schools will remain active through their expiration date.
• How does this impact Board Certification applications?

  • Applicants for Board Certification who have their state massage license will be able to sit for the exam (AS not needed).
  • Applicants for Board Certification from states without licensing will continue to use portfolio review.