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Florida Laws and Rules Review for Massage Therapists

Florida Laws and Rules Review for Massage Therapists

2 hours
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Course

Learn about the Laws and Rules of the Board requirement for FL massage therapists through discussing the Massage Practice Act, licensure, rules and regulations and more.

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Course Features

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What you'll learn

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  1. Identify rules and statutes relevant to the practice of massage therapy in Florida

  2. State the purpose for regulating the practice of massage therapy

  3. Define the scope of practice of massage therapy as outlined in the Massage Practice Act

  4. Identify exemptions to the Massage Therapy Practice Act

  5. Describe the Florida Board of Massage Therapy and the scope of its authority

  6. Outline the qualifications for licensure as a massage therapist along with the continuing education requirements for renewing a massage therapy license

  7. Describe special licensing circumstances, including inactive, retired, serving in the military, delinquent, and null and void licenses

  8. Describe the process for obtaining, renewing, or transferring a massage establishment license

  9. List the fees imposed by the board for various types of licenses

  10. Describe behaviors that are prohibited under Florida law and the types of disciplinary actions that a massage therapist may face if they engage in these behaviors

  11. Identify the requirements for advertising by massage therapists

  12. Describe the restrictions regarding colonic services performed by massage therapists

  13. Outline how county and municipal authorities can regulate the practice of massage therapy


Course description

This course fulfills the Laws and Rules of the Board requirement for FL massage therapists through discussing the Massage Practice Act, licensure, rules and regulations and more.


Course content

  • Introduction

    • A Profile of Today’s Massage Therapist 

    • Where Massage Therapists Work 

    • Why Do People Get Massages? 

  • The History of Massage 

  • The Regulation of Massage Therapy in Florida 

    • Why Massage Therapy Is Regulated 

    • Massage Therapy Scope of Practice 

    • Exemptions to the Massage Therapy Practice Act 

  • Florida Board of Massage Therapy 

  • Qualifications and Licensure of Massage Therapists 

    • Licensing Renewal 

    • Disqualifications for Licensing Renewal 

    • Continuing Education Requirements 

  • Special Licensing Circumstances 

    • Inactive Status 

    • Retired or Serving in the Military 

    • Delinquency 

    • Null and Void Licenses 

  • Establishment Licenses 

    • Transfer of Establishment Licenses 

    • Renewal of Establishment Licenses 

    • Massage Establishment Hours of Operation 

  • Inspections of Massage Establishments 

  • Regulations Regarding Advertising by Massage Therapists and Massage Establishments 

  • Background Screening and Fingerprint Requirements for Licensing 

  • Fees 

  • Discipline, Penalties, and Fines 

  • Professional and Sexual Misconduct 

  • Local Regulation of Massage 

  • Massage Therapists and Colonic Services 

  • General Rules About all Health Care Professions 

    • Medicaid Fraud 

    • Past Felony Convictions 

    • Kickbacks 

    • Default on Student Loans 

  • Conclusion


Course details

CE Broker ID20-665372
Activity TypeKnowledge-based

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Instructor

Andrew Dacres is a leading licensed massage therapist based in Atlanta, GA. He has worked as an instructor and a practicing massage therapist for over 11 years.


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit


Accreditations

AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for massage therapy professionals.

  • Florida Board of Massage Therapy

  • Georgia Board of Massage Therapy

  • South Carolina Massage/Bodywork Panel

  • Tennessee Board of Massage Licensure


Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Florida Laws and Rules Review for Massage Therapists", provides 2 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Massage Therapy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Massage Therapist. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.


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Dawn O.Nutritionist
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.

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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
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Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!

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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.

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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
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I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.

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Requirements & disclosures

Passing Grade

Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection


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