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Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx)

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Your Study Path

MBLEX Professional License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try

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Phase 1: Domain BaselineYou are here

Assess readiness across all seven content domains and prioritize weak categories.

16
hours
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Phase 2: A&P, Kinesiology, and Pathology

Build foundational science and contraindication judgment for safe practice.

36
hours
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Phase 3: Assessment, Planning, and Ethics

Strengthen documentation, treatment planning, legal boundaries, and professionalism.

34
hours
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Phase 4: Timed 110-Minute Simulations

Practice full-length CBT pacing and refine pass/fail readiness.

24
hours
Estimated total study time
110 hours
That's about 11 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the MBLEx Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Education
Massage therapy education meeting your state board or jurisdiction requirements
Additional Requirements
  • Create an FSMTB account and submit the MBLEx application
  • Pay the non-refundable $265 exam fee
  • Provide any state board authorization required for your jurisdiction

MBLEx Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

6-10 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

Candidates must wait 30 days between attempts and submit a new application with full exam fee each time.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$265
Total Estimated Cost$265-$530 depending on attempts
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The official pass rate is ~70.4% first-time pass rate (FSMTB Annual Report, July 2024-June 2025).. Our students do better.

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MBLEx Exam Details

Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx)

Administered by Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB)

Official Source
Pass/Fail (criterion-referenced; numeric cut score not published)
Passing Score
100
Questions
110
Minutes
$265
Exam Fee
Study time: 80-140 hours
Prerequisites: State board eligibility or FSMTB-approved pathway, plus completed application and fee
Valid for: No national expiration; accepted for licensure per state rules

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) content outline

Anatomy & Physiology11%

Body systems, tissue structure, and physiological function relevant to massage therapy.

Kinesiology12%

Muscle actions, movement mechanics, joint function, and palpation relevance.

Pathology, Contraindications, Areas of Caution, and Special Populations14%

Conditions requiring modification, referral, or contraindicated treatment decisions.

Benefits and Physiological Effects of Techniques15%

Expected outcomes and tissue responses from soft-tissue manipulation methods.

Client Assessment, Reassessment, and Treatment Planning17%

Interviewing, objective assessment, planning, documentation, and plan updates.

Ethics, Boundaries, Laws, and Regulations16%

Professional ethics, legal boundaries, and jurisdiction-sensitive compliance standards.

Guidelines for Professional Practice15%

Business practices, communication, infection control, and professional conduct.

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