Each state in the US differs on its definition and interpretation of massage scope of practice. It is best to check with your local authorities. But for a direct answer, if you collect money for any kind of service you most likely will have to have some sort of a license.
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In the privacy of your own home yes. But to do it as a business no. You would need a license. Would fall under massage parlor.
No. Ohio has very strict laws regarding massage licensure. You need to also pass a State Board exam before you can practice in addition to having a business license.
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The State o' Maine's license is the only license .. with a dead animal on it!
Yes. If you accept money or barter for your services you will need to have a license. California does not have state regulation for massage so it is up to each county, or city municipality, to make their own local laws. There is, however, a state esthetician license which will allow you to do foot massages as part of your business. Whichever route you choose, you will still need a license.
It depends on where you live and what your local and/or State laws say you need. In some States you can do Reflexology without having to have a massage therapy license.
No offense, but of course you wouldn't! Anybody can give a foot massage. In fact, I could probably just stand out in the streets and give a foot massage to a person right now.
The massage therapist has graduated from a school with a diploma and has a license to practice massage. The student practitioner is still in school. does not have a diploma or license. There are minor variations from state to state, but that's pretty much it.
Nope.
Unfortunately, state massage licenses do not transfer from one state to another, even if you have passed your National Certification test. You will have to reapply in Arizona and possibly take more courses. Maine requires 500 hours of training and Arizona requires 700 hours of training in massage therapy. So your NCE National test will transfer, but most likely, you will need to take more classes to meet their 700 hour requirement.