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Key Facts: DOH Massage Therapist Exam

Not fixed

Current Exam Fee

Confirm with CEMT

75% each part

Passing Score

DOH CEMT

60+ practical hrs

Practical Training

DOH CEMT

3 years

License Validity

DOH CEMT

Not published

Question Count

DOH CEMT rules

The DOH CEMT examination is required for a Certificate of Registration to practise massage therapy in the Philippines. Candidates must earn 75% in the theoretical part and 75% in the oral/practical part. DOH does not publish a universal fixed item count, duration, or current fee in the governing rules; confirm the sitting details with the accepting DOH office. The certificate is valid for three years.

Sample DOH Massage Therapist Practice Questions

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1In the anatomical position, which of the following terms describes the relationship of the radius to the ulna?
A.Medial
B.Lateral
C.Proximal
D.Distal
Explanation: In the standard anatomical position, the palms face forward with the thumbs pointing away from the body. In this position, the radius lies on the thumb side, which is lateral (further from the midline) relative to the ulna, which lies medially on the pinky side.
2What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion, such as that found in the glenohumeral joint?
A.Hinge joint
B.Pivot joint
C.Ball-and-socket joint
D.Saddle joint
Explanation: The ball-and-socket joint is a multiaxial synovial joint that allows for movement in all planes, including flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, rotation, and circumduction. The shoulder (glenohumeral) and hip joints are prime examples of this joint type.
3Which muscle has attachments that include the occipital region and spinous processes through T12, with insertions on the lateral clavicle, acromion, and spine of the scapula?
A.Trapezius
B.Latissimus dorsi
C.Levator scapulae
D.Rhomboid major
Explanation: The trapezius has a broad origin that includes the medial superior nuchal line, external occipital protuberance, nuchal ligament, and spinous processes from C7 through T12. It inserts on the lateral clavicle, acromion, and spine of the scapula.
4During a client assessment, you observe that the client has difficulty elevating their scapula. Which of the following muscles is primarily responsible for scapular elevation?
A.Pectoralis minor
B.Latissimus dorsi
C.Levator scapulae and upper trapezius
D.Serratus anterior
Explanation: The levator scapulae and the upper fibers of the trapezius muscle work together to elevate the scapula (shrugging the shoulders). Testing scapular elevation isolates these muscles.
5Which muscle is known as the key to the hip joint because it is the primary flexor of the thigh, originating on the lumbar vertebrae and inserting onto the lesser trochanter of the femur?
A.Gluteus maximus
B.Iliopsoas (specifically psoas major)
C.Rectus femoris
D.Tensor fasciae latae
Explanation: The psoas major originates on the bodies and transverse processes of the lumbar vertebrae (T12-L5) and joins the iliacus to form the iliopsoas, which inserts on the lesser trochanter of the femur. It is the strongest flexor of the hip.
6Which autonomic division is associated with the body's rest-and-digest functions?
A.Somatic nervous system
B.Sympathetic nervous system
C.Parasympathetic nervous system
D.Central nervous system
Explanation: The parasympathetic division supports functions associated with rest, digestion, and energy conservation. A relaxation session may coincide with signs of reduced arousal in some clients, but a therapist should not claim to directly switch on or control a specific autonomic state.
7What is a primary circulatory role of the lymphatic system?
A.Carry oxygenated blood from the heart
B.Return tissue fluid to blood
C.Secrete thyroid hormone
D.Produce sweat
Explanation: Lymphatic vessels collect excess interstitial fluid and proteins and return them to the venous circulation. Lymph nodes also support immune surveillance by filtering lymph and exposing antigens to immune cells.
8Which layer of the skin contains no blood vessels and is composed primarily of keratinocytes that continuously flake off?
A.Epidermis
B.Dermis
C.Subcutaneous layer (Hypodermis)
D.Fascia
Explanation: The epidermis is the outermost layer of the skin. It is avascular (lacks blood vessels), but it is not devoid of sensory structures: free nerve endings extend into it, and Merkel cells in the basal layer contribute to touch sensation. Its keratinocytes migrate from the stratum basale to the stratum corneum, where they are shed.
9In adult circulation, which blood vessels carry deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs?
A.Pulmonary veins
B.Pulmonary arteries
C.Aorta
D.Superior and inferior venae cavae
Explanation: In adult circulation, the pulmonary arteries carry deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle to the lungs for gas exchange. Most arteries carry oxygenated blood, but arteries are defined by carrying blood away from the heart, not by oxygen content.
10What is the structural unit of a muscle fiber that contains the contractile proteins actin and myosin, bordered by Z-lines?
A.Myofibril
B.Sarcolemma
C.Sarcomere
D.T-tubule
Explanation: A sarcomere is the basic structural and functional contractile unit of a muscle myofibril. It consists of thin actin and thick myosin filaments arranged between two Z-lines, which slide past one another to shorten the muscle during contraction.

About the DOH Massage Therapist Exam

Official DOH CEMT licensing examination for massage therapists in the Philippines. It has a written theoretical part and, for candidates who pass it, an oral/practical part with pre-massage, massage-proper, and post-massage phases.

Assessment

Question count not published by the exam provider

Time Limit

Not published as a universal fixed duration

Passing Score

75% in each part: theoretical and oral/practical

Exam Fee

Prescribed by DOH CEMT; confirm with the accepting DOH office (DOH CEMT)

DOH Massage Therapist Exam Content Outline

Official weighting not published

Anatomy and Physiology

Skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory, and skin systems.

Official weighting not published

Microbiology and Pathology

Pathogens, hygiene, disinfection, and contraindications.

Official weighting not published

Fundamental Concepts of Massage Therapy

Swedish massage strokes, draping, and body mechanics.

Official weighting not published

Massage Therapy Application

Client assessment, SOAP notes, and special populations.

Official weighting not published

Practice of Massage Therapy

DOH regulations, sanitary code, and professional ethics.

How to Pass the DOH Massage Therapist Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 75% in each part: theoretical and oral/practical
  • Assessment: Question count not published by the exam provider
  • Time limit: Not published as a universal fixed duration
  • Exam fee: Prescribed by DOH CEMT; confirm with the accepting DOH office

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

DOH Massage Therapist Study Tips from Top Performers

1Memorize the major muscle groups, their origins, insertions, and actions, especially the shoulder, back, and hip muscles.
2Review DOH Administrative Order No. 2010-0034 and Presidential Decree No. 856 Chapter XIII for clinic sanitation standards.
3Understand the difference between absolute and local contraindications, especially for high-risk conditions like DVT and osteoporosis.
4Practice the hands-on routine (pre-massage, proper, and post-massage phases) to prepare for the practical exam.
5Use the practice bank to check recall across every published curriculum area; confirm the current sitting instructions with CEMT.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the passing score for the DOH Registered Massage Therapist exam?

Candidates need a 75% general average in the theoretical examination and, separately, a 75% general average in the oral/practical examination. The theoretical part must be passed before the oral/practical part.

What are the requirements to take the DOH massage licensure exam?

Candidates must be Filipino citizens, at least 18 years old, at least high school graduates, complete the required basic instruction through a DOH-accredited institution, and complete at least 60 hours of practical massage training through a DOH-accredited provider. The application also requires the supporting documents listed by CEMT.

How long is the DOH massage therapist Certificate of Registration (COR) valid?

The Certificate of Registration is valid for three years from issuance. Renewal is made in the licensee's birth month through a Regional Health Office or Center for Health Development with the required health, tax, fee, and continuing-education documents.

What subjects are covered in the DOH massage written exam?

The written theoretical examination draws basic questions from the prescribed curriculum: anatomy, physiology, pathology/microbiology, introduction to massage therapy, massage therapy application, and the practice of massage therapy. DOH does not publish a universal fixed item count in the governing rules.

How does the DOH Registered Massage Therapist license differ from TESDA NC II?

TESDA NC II is a vocational competency certification showing skill proficiency in body massage, while the DOH COR is the official legal license mandated by Presidential Decree No. 856 to practice massage therapy professionally in the Philippines.