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.

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Why Become an Approved Provider?

Approved Providers (AP) are massage therapy continuing education instructors and organizations that adhere to the highest standards in the profession. As an Approved Provider, you can build your business and reach more massage therapy professionals. Benefits include:

  • 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 PROVIDERS FAQS

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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
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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

Approved Provider FAQs

Get answers to the most commonly asked questions about becoming an Approved Provider with NCBTMB.

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Approved Provider Renewal
Information on the requirements and steps to complete your Approved Provider Renewal.

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Approved Provider Standards

NCBTMB’s Approved Provider Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, and Standards of Practice.

CODE OF ETHICS

CODE OF CONDUCT

STANDARDS OF PRACTICE

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AP Seals and Exclusive Discounts

If you are currently in good standing with NCBTMB, you have access to exclusive discounts.

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