Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
Board of Massage Therapy
What This Board Does
The Board of Massage Therapy licenses massage therapists in Hawaii, setting educational hour requirements, examination standards, continuing education mandates, and grounds for disciplinary action. It investigates complaints from clients and can suspend or revoke licenses for unprofessional conduct or practice violations. The board operates under DCCA's Professional and Vocational Licensing division.
Why You Should Care
Hawaii's licensing standards for massage therapists help ensure practitioners are trained and accountable. Clients who experience a problem with a licensed therapist can file a formal complaint through DCCA for investigation by the board.