FLORIDA LAW FOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS

Course overview

Course focus will be on the Laws and Rules that govern and regulate the practice of massage therapy in the state of Florida. Students will be presented with Chapters 456 (Health Professions and Occupations General Provisions) and Chapter 480 (Massage Therapy Practice Act) and Chapter 64B7 (Massage Therapy Rules of the Florida Administrative Code) The new HIPPA regulations will also be included. Objective: Upon successful completion of this class, the student will be able to: Outline the requirements for renewal of Florida License. Define the Lawful practice of Massage Therapy. Identify actions that are grounds for disciplinary action. Outline the penalties relevant to unlawful conduct Identify the functions of the Massage Therapy Board.