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Massage Therapist License in Alaska

Quick Answer

To become a massage therapist in Alaska, you need to apply through the Board of Massage Therapists. Fees total $550 ($200 application, $290 license, $60 fingerprint). Anchorage requires an additional municipal license at $100/year. Military spouses may have existing licenses recognized.

Total Cost
$550 (est.)
Timeline
2-4 months
Renewal
Every Biennial

Requirements

Massage Therapist license in Alaska

gold
Veterans Benefits
Licenses from other states may be recognized for military and spouses

Estimated Costs Est.

Application Fee
$200
Total Estimated Cost
$550

Licensing Agency

Alaska Department of Commerce, Community & Economic Development~Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing~Board of Massage Therapists

Website 9074652550ext0 Email

Cost Breakdown

Estimated costs for getting your Massage Therapist license in Alaska. Values marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions.

Enter the cost of your pre-licensing education program

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Application FeeEst.$200
Total Estimated Cost$200

Fees marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions and may not reflect current pricing. Verify with the Alaska licensing board.

Massage Therapist Salary in Alaska

Entry Level

$56,200

Median

$135,200

Experienced

$167,550

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Massage Therapist in Alaska.

  1. 1

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency. Application fee: ~$200.

  2. 2

    Receive Your License

    Processing typically takes 2-4 months.

Massage Therapist Licensing in Alaska: What to Know

Alaska requires massage therapists to register with the Board of Massage Therapists under the Department of Commerce. The COS data explicitly lists fees: $200 application, $290 license, and $60 fingerprint processing, totaling $550 — one of the higher initial costs nationally. Alaska also has a separate municipal license for Anchorage ($100/year) with its own requirements including being 18+ and graduating from a post-secondary massage therapy program. Military spouses may have out-of-state licenses recognized. The state board operates out of Juneau.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Massage Therapist license cost in Alaska?
The estimated total cost is $550, including application fees, and education costs.
How long does it take to get a Massage Therapist license in Alaska?
The process typically takes 2-4 months, depending on education completion and exam scheduling.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.