Verified Mar 2026
Continuing Education
Maryland · Massage Therapist
24 contact hours every 2 years · 3 mandatory topics.
Requirements Overview
At a glance
Total Hours
24 contact hours
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Renewal Basis
Not specified
24 CE hours per 2-year cycle. 3h ethics/jurisprudence, 3h communicable disease (incl HIV/AIDS), 2h diversity/cultural competency (new). CPR required. All online OK. Max 12h per day.
First Renewal
Initial license <12 months: exempt from general CE but 1h Implicit Bias required.
Mandatory Topics
Required subject areas
Required subject areas for license renewal.
Professional Ethics or Jurisprudence
3h
Every cycle
Communicable Disease (including HIV/AIDS)
3h
Every cycle
Diversity, Cultural Competency, or Implicit Bias
2h
Every cycle
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