What’s the most important reason to choose a NCBTMB board certified professional? You are.

Whether you’re visiting a massage therapist or bodyworker for relaxation, rehabilitation or rejuvenation, you deserve to be treated by a practitioner who is skilled, knowledgeable, and committed to excellence in their chosen profession. That’s what the NCBTMB credential stands for – a commitment to excellence.

Board Certified Therapists Meet Rigorous Qualifications 
When you choose a board certified practitioner, you can be confident you’ve selected a dedicated professional. To become nationally board certified, a practitioner must demonstrate mastery of core skills and knowledge related to their profession, pass an NCBTMB standardized exam, uphold the organization’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics, and take part in continued education to ensure they remain at the top of their profession.

What is the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB)?

NCBTMB is an independent, private, nonprofit organization established to set and maintain high standards of ethical and professional practice in the field of therapeutic massage and bodywork through a recognized credentialing program. NCBTMB certifies massage therapists and bodyworkers on behalf of the profession, and for the benefit of consumers, employers and practitioners. Currently, there are nearly 80,000 nationally certified practitioners, and NCBTMB examinations are used and/or recognized in statute or rule by 38 states, plus the District of Columbia.

Why is Board Certification important?

Certification sets high standards for massage and bodywork practitioners to ensure excellence in the field. It protects consumers and employers by certifying that practitioners have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their profession – and that they are committed to upholding NCBTMB’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.