National Certification Board For Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork

Thank you for providing NCBTMB with the opportunity to respondWe are sorry to hear of your experience, and hope to provide some clarification as to who we are, what we do, and how we serve the profession.The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) is an independent, private, nonprofit organization founded in Our mission is to define and advance the highest standards within the massage therapy and bodywork professionIn support of this mission, NCBTMB serves the profession through Board Certification, Specialty Certificates, Approved Providers, and Assigned SchoolsNCBTMB is the only certification board for the massage therapy and bodywork profession.Based on your note, it seems you may be referring to National Certification, a previous certification credential that is no longer offered as of December 31, In its place, NCBTMB now offers Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB)Like most other industries, NCBTMB's Board Certification credential is entirely voluntary; it is an accredited credential (recognized by NCCA/ICE) and is separate from any requirements or exam necessary to achieve entry-level state licensureTo achieve Board Certification, a therapist must demonstrate higher educational and work experience requirements, pass the NCBTMB Board Certification exam, and pass a criminal background check, among other requirementsAchieving such a credential proves a deeper commitment to the massage therapy and bodywork professionOften times, Board Certification is required to work in higher medical settings, such as hospitals, or even some high-end spasEmployers seek this credential as it speaks the same language as the medical model, and demonstrates a therapists' proven skills and educationTherapists who have achieved this credential do utilize the credentials BCTMB following their name.? NCBTMB does promote its certified therapists via our social media platforms and websitesIn fact, we offer a "Find A Board Certified Massage Therapist" application that allows prospective clients to connect with certified therapists in their area, or by specific modalityWe also work with many third party organizations, such as hospitals and high-end spas, to further explain the value of Board Certification for both employers and clientsWhile we do our part to promote therapists who achieve our credential, it is also partly the responsibility of the therapist to explain his/her credential to clients and ensure they understand the importance.? Regarding our phone number and contact information, please be sure you are visiting our official website, www.ncbtmb.org, for all things NCBTMBWe can be contacted at ###-###-#### or by email at [email protected].? Upon review of your account, we show you expired with NCBTMB in September We have no communication from you on file since that timeShould you have any questions about your account, or require any further clarification on who we are/what we do/why you may consider re-certifying with Board Certification, we welcome your communication at any timeAdditionally, we hope the above information helps to clarify a few key detailsWe hope for any opportunity to serve you better in the future

Thank you for providing NCBTMB with the opportunity to respondWe are sorry to hear of your experience, and hope to provide some clarification as to who we are, what we do, and how we serve the profession.The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) is an
independent, private, nonprofit organization founded in Our mission is to define and advance the highest standards within the massage therapy and bodywork professionIn support of this mission, NCBTMB serves the profession through Board Certification, Specialty Certificates, Approved Providers, and Assigned SchoolsNCBTMB is the only certification board for the massage therapy and bodywork profession.Based on your note, it seems you may be referring to National Certification, a previous certification credential that is no longer offered as of December 31, In its place, NCBTMB now offers Board Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB)Like most other industries, NCBTMB's Board Certification credential is entirely voluntary; it is an accredited credential (recognized by NCCA/ICE) and is separate from any requirements or exam necessary to achieve entry-level state licensureTo achieve Board Certification, a therapist must demonstrate higher educational and work experience requirements, pass the NCBTMB Board Certification exam, and pass a criminal background check, among other requirementsAchieving such a credential proves a deeper commitment to the massage therapy and bodywork professionOften times, Board Certification is required to work in higher medical settings, such as hospitals, or even some high-end spasEmployers seek this credential as it speaks the same language as the medical model, and demonstrates a therapists' proven skills and educationTherapists who have achieved this credential do utilize the credentials BCTMB following their name. NCBTMB does promote its certified therapists via our social media platforms and websitesIn fact, we offer a "Find A Board Certified Massage Therapist" application that allows prospective clients to connect with certified therapists in their area, or by specific modalityWe also work with many third party organizations, such as hospitals and high-end spas, to further explain the value of Board Certification for both employers and clientsWhile we do our part to promote therapists who achieve our credential, it is also partly the responsibility of the therapist to explain his/her credential to clients and ensure they understand the importance. Regarding our phone number and contact information, please be sure you are visiting our official website, www.ncbtmb.org, for all things NCBTMBWe can be contacted at ###-###-#### or by email at [email protected]. Upon review of your account, we show you expired with NCBTMB in September We have no communication from you on file since that timeShould you have any questions about your account, or require any further clarification on who we are/what we do/why you may consider re-certifying with Board Certification, we welcome your communication at any timeAdditionally, we hope the above information helps to clarify a few key detailsWe hope for any opportunity to serve you better in the future