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2010 FSMTA Convention Sponsors
2010 FSMTA Convention Sponsors

The FSMTA Annual Convention & Trade Show would not be possible without the support of our generous sponsors listed.
Their support is essential in coordinating the largest massage therapy convention and trade show in the country. …

New Choices Approved for LMT Test
New Choices Approved for LMT Test

The Florida Board of Massage Therapy recently expanded the list of approved exams for licensure.   This rule became effective September 9, 2009.
64B7-25.001 Examination Requirements.
(1) The Department shall issue a license to a person who:
(a) Pays …

Do Not Defer to Refer
Do Not Defer to Refer

By: R. Scott Hartsfield, LMT, CPT
FSMTA Legislative Committee Chair
As we all know, in Florida, massage therapy falls under the Department of Health (DOH) jurisdiction.  Naturally, physicians and other healthcare practitioners do as well.
It is common …

Legislative Awareness Days
Legislative Awareness Days

Talking in Tallahassee
Massage Therapy Legislative Awareness Days
March 31 and April 1, 2009
By Scott Hartsfield, FSMTA Lefislative Committee Chair
Our focus in 2009 has been different from years past. As we have heard from many, including our …

Membership Savings
Membership Savings

Start Saving Today
While $125 may seem like a large investment in these difficult times, it is a small amount compared to the big savings you will receive. In total you will save a minimum of …

CORE Institute School of Massage Therapy
CORE Institute School of Massage Therapy

George and Patricia Kousaleos founded CORE INSTITUTE in 1990. Their goal was to create a massage therapy school that served the needs of entry-level students who understand the importance of a comprehensive clinical education. They …

Building Relationships
Building Relationships

Building Relationships
By: Scott Hartsfield, FSMTA State Legislative Committee Chair
As far back as you can recall, building relationships has been a vital part of your existence. 
Parents, teachers, friends, family – all of them are key to …