Wisconsin Administrative Code Massage Therapy and Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board
Wisconsin Massage Therapy and Bodywork Therapy Affiliated Credentialing Board (MTBB)
Purpose:
The MTBB is responsible for regulating the practice of massage therapy and bodywork therapy in Wisconsin to ensure safe and competent care for the public.
Authority:
The board operates under Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 440 (regulation of professions and occupations) and Chapter 460 (massage therapy and bodywork therapy).
Functions of the Board:
Licensing and Credentialing:
Approves applications for massage therapists and bodywork therapists.
Issues and renews licenses.
Determines the educational and training requirements for credentialing.
Standards of Practice:
Establishes rules for professional conduct, ethical practice, and competency.
Develops continuing education requirements for license renewal.
Disciplinary Actions:
Investigates complaints against licensees.
Imposes disciplinary actions such as fines, license suspension, or revocation for violations.
Rulemaking:
Creates and updates administrative rules under the Wisconsin Administrative Code to implement statutory requirements.
Scope of Practice:
Massage therapy involves manipulation of muscles and soft tissues to promote relaxation, wellness, or therapeutic outcomes.
Bodywork therapy may include techniques such as structural integration, reflexology, or myofascial release, depending on board-approved methods.
Key Wisconsin Administrative Code References:
Wis. Admin. Code Chapters MT & MT 1–9 (covers licensing, exams, standards of practice, continuing education, and disciplinary procedures).
Licensing Requirements Overview:
Completion of board-approved education (usually 500–600 hours minimum).
Passing a board-recognized examination.
Submission of a license application and fees.
Ongoing continuing education for license renewal.
Disciplinary and Complaint Process:
Complaints are filed with the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS).
The board reviews complaints and may conduct hearings.
Actions are documented in accordance with administrative code provisions.
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