Mission Statement: “To Unify the Massage Therapy Profession While Creating, Representing, and Promoting Standards of Excellence in Health Care”
Vision Statement: “To Promote Public Awareness of Massage Therapy in Florida Through Education and Professionalism”
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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 …
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 …
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 …
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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 …
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
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 …
The Massage Message not only brings you the latest massage therapy news, modalities, and business tips; but it also features the best continuing education opportunities, tables, tools, topical analgesics, and other products/services for massage therapists. Advertisers …
Using your marketing dollars to advertise with the FSMTA is a wise decision. If your customers are massage therapists, then ultimately the success of your business relies on the success of the massage therapy profession.
FSMTA …
The “Board Beat” is published in the Massage Message magazine following every Board of Massage Therapy meeting. This helps keep you informed of the laws and rules and gives you a great overview of the …
Mark Bigelow, LMT, is a veteran massage therapist since 1986, specializing in muscular pain and sports injuries. Affectionately called “MacGyver” by his students, it is not unusual to see him use a mop, a rope, …
Nathalie Cecilia was born in Nimes, a Roman city located in Provence (South France). She has a master’s degree in Philosophy and Languages from “Universitee Des Lettres De Montpellier”, and originally began her career as …
March/April 2010 issue of the Massage Message
Greeting FSMTA Members… Do something each day that makes you smile – You are worth it! FSMTA values YOU and appreciates your continued support within your local Chapters by attending …
The Massage Message is the official magazine of the FSMTA and is an excellent benefit of your membership. It is a bi-monthly publication that keeps you informed in many areas. We feature articles from well …
“Realize Your Potential” at the 2010 FSMTA Annual Convention & Trade Show July 7-11, 2010 at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate!
The convention provides you the opportunity to earn up to 19 continuing education hours; network …
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