4-Hour Florida Massage Laws and Ethics Home Study

Approved by FL BOM for the following CE Hours:

2 CE hours on Laws (Statutes) and 2 CE hours on Ethics for a total of 4 CE hours. 

CE BROKER #20-1299504

–Not Approved by the New York BOM.

–No Approved by LABMT. 

Note: Approved by the NCBTMB for 4 “General” CE hours, not ethics. Any course from any provider offered as NCBTMB “ethics hours” must be a stand-alone offering focused solely on ethics; it cannot include other subjects. (If you need NCBTMB stand-alone ethics, see our “Massage Ethics” 4-hr home study that covers general/professional ethics, roles & boundaries, and cultural diversities and disparities).

Not Approved by LABMT.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This law and ethics course provides therapists with essential information to understand and fulfill their legal and professional responsibilities related to licensure and public safety. The content specifically covers Florida massage therapy laws and associated ethical considerations, along with general professional ethics. The law discussion emphasizes the Florida massage therapy statutes, including Chapter 480, Rules 64B7, and Chapter 456.

Participants will learn about the laws governing Florida massage licensure, how to compare and apply their understanding of board laws and rules to current business practices, and will participate in discussions on topics such as sexual and other forms of misconduct, related penalties, inactive status, renewals, regulations for massage therapists in the armed forces, disciplinary actions, fee schedules, and licensure renewal for both therapists and establishments. Additional information includes details on related professional agencies and contact information for board counsel and staff.

COURSE OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOMES:

Objective: Gain knowledge of ethical practices and massage therapy statutes.

Outcome: Work within client expectations and avoid legal penalties.

Objective: Meet the legal criteria of statutes and regulations.

Outcome: Maintain active licensure.

Objective: Stay current on continuing education requirements.

Outcome: Fulfill renewal obligations.

Objective: Develop company standards based on state laws and ethical principles.

Outcome: Ensure client safety and promote good business practices.

Objective: Implement specific statutes and ethical communication tools.

Outcome: Resolve ethical and professional dilemmas.

Objective: Recognize professional responsibilities.

Outcome: Comply with statutes and laws governing the massage profession.

Objective: Define and distinguish between Chapters 480, 456, and 64B7.

Outcome: Understand how each affects massage licensure and the profession.

Objective: Prepare a self-assessment plan.

Outcome: Identify personal values and direction.