AMTA Business and Legal Practices

Question 1

Which of the following is required in MOST US states before practicing massage therapy legally?

Accepted Answer

A state-issued massage therapy license

Answer

Most US states require massage therapists to hold a state-issued license, which typically involves completing an approved program and passing a licensing exam.

Question 2

The MBLEx (Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination) is administered by which organization?

Accepted Answer

FSMTB

Answer

The MBLEx is administered by the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) and is the most widely accepted licensing exam in the US.

Question 3

A massage therapist operating as an independent contractor is responsible for:

Accepted Answer

Paying self-employment taxes and managing their own business expenses

Answer

Independent contractors are self-employed and are responsible for paying self-employment taxes, managing their own schedule, and covering business expenses.

Question 4

General liability insurance for massage therapists PRIMARILY protects against:

Accepted Answer

Client injury or property damage claims resulting from your practice

Answer

General liability insurance covers claims of bodily injury or property damage that occur as a result of your professional activities.

Question 5

Which of the following is a legal requirement for most massage therapy businesses regarding employee records?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining accurate payroll and tax withholding records

Answer

Employers are legally required to maintain accurate payroll records and properly withhold and report employee taxes under federal and state law.

AMTA - American Massage Therapy Association Practice Test

AMTA - American Massage Therapy Association Practice Test

AMTA Business and Legal Practices