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Massage Therapy Board Exam & Organizations
Congratulations on your academic achievement!
What to do after graduation.
Prepare for success on your board examination by obtaining at least 80% on the practice exam.
Apply to take the board examination with MBLEx
Choose the date and location of your exam that allows enough time to be prepared, but not too long.
Notify INHE of your MBLEx application so our school can verify you with MBLEx. We are unable to issue transcripts or provide verifications for any student that is not in good financial standing. After taking your exam, notify INHE of your results
After passing the MBLEx examination, go to https://idfpr.illinois.gov/profs/massagetherapy.html to find a convenient location for your fingerprints under the Fingerprint Agency List.
Apply for your Illinois license at https://online-dfpr.micropact.com/
Make sure to submit the PDF copy of your official massage transcript when applying for your license online.
For licensure applications with states other than Illinois, check with their licensing board for requirements.
Transcript Request & Associations
Click here to request and pay for a transcript copy to be sent to the address of your choice. Please write the receiver's name and address on the payment page message box.
We are unable to issue transcripts or provide verifications for any student that is not in good financial standing.
Massage Therapy Organizations
Access to professionals liability insurance, product discounts, CE courses, Board Certifications, and much more
Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals
NCBTMB
Preparing for the MBLEx
Successful completion of the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination is required for licensure in most states, including Illinois. Graduates are encouraged to begin structured exam preparation soon after completing the program while academic knowledge and clinical concepts remain fresh.
INHE supports graduate success by recommending comprehensive study tools designed to reinforce core competencies, strengthen test readiness, and increase confidence prior to examination day.
Recommended Exam Preparation Resources
INHE recommends the following preparatory resources to assist graduates in strengthening their understanding of exam content and improving test taking readiness.
MBLEx Prep Examination Workbook
Developed by Carrico Publishing House, this comprehensive workbook includes practice questions designed to mirror exam structure, reinforce theoretical knowledge, and support critical thinking across key content areas.
Online Practice Exams
Graduates may also benefit from structured online testing simulations that help build familiarity with timing, question formats, and exam navigation.
Employment Opportunities
Beginning your career in massage therapy is an exciting professional milestone. As demand for skilled massage therapists continues to grow across healthcare settings, wellness centers, chiropractic offices, spas, rehabilitation clinics, and private practices, graduates are encouraged to actively explore employment opportunities that align with their professional goals.
INHE recommends utilizing trusted job search platforms to identify positions, evaluate workplace environments, and begin building professional experience.
Search Massage Therapy Positions
Indeed is one of the largest employment platforms in the United States, offering access to a wide range of massage therapy positions across clinical, therapeutic, and wellness environments.
Graduates are encouraged to search positions by location, compare employment settings, and review qualifications to find opportunities that support long term professional growth.