Rule 4	Licensure by Endorsement

The purpose of this rule is to delineate the requirements for licensure by endorsement set forth in §§ 12-
35.5-107(5) and 24-34-102(8)(e), C.R.S.

An applicant who currently possesses an unrestricted license or registration, in good standing, to practice massage therapy under the laws of another state, territory or foreign country may apply for licensure by endorsement, provided that:

A. 	The applicant submits satisfactory proof and certifies under penalty of perjury that the applicant currently possesses an unrestricted license or registration, in good standing, to practice massage therapy under the laws of another state or territory of the United States or a foreign country;

B. 	The applicant provides all application requirements as follows: 

1.	A completed application for licensure on forms provided by the Director;

2.	All fees established by the Director pursuant to § 12-35.5-107(1)(d), C.R.S.;

3.	Proof that the applicant is at least 18 years old in the form and manner required by the Director;

4.	An attestation that the applicant will maintain professional liability insurance as required by § 12-35.5-116, C.R.S while practicing massage therapy in Colorado;

5.	A fingerprint-based criminal history record check as required by § 12-35.5-107(2), C.R.S., and in accordance with procedures set forth by the Director;

6.	Additional information as may be requested by the Director to fully and fairly evaluate the applicant’s qualifications for licensure and to protect the public health, safety, and welfare;

C. 	The applicant submits proof that the qualifications for massage therapy licensure or registration in the other state, territory, or foreign country are substantially equivalent to those required in Colorado, as determined by the Director. The Director deems the qualifications to be substantially equivalent to those required by Colorado if: 

1. 	The applicant has completed a massage therapy program consisting of a minimum of 500 hours of course work and clinical work at an approved school as defined in Rule 2C.

a.	In the event the applicant did not attend an approved massage therapy program that consisted of at least 500 hours of course work and clinical work, the Director may grant 50 hours of education and training for each year of 400 hours of documented practice as a licensed or registered massage therapist in another state or territory of the United States or foreign country.

b.	An applicant who has completed a massage therapy program at an NCBTMB assigned school that is in good standing with NCBTMB at the time the applicant completed the program is deemed to have satisfied Rule 4(C)(1). Programs that have been suspended and/or revoked by NCBTMB after the applicant graduated will be reviewed by the Director on a case-by-case basis.

c.	A foreign trained applicant’s education and/or training must meet the requirements of Rule 2(C)(5).

2. 	 The applicant has taken and passed the Board Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (“BCETMB”) offered by the NCBTMB, the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (“NCETMB”), the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination (“MBLEX”) offered by the FSMTB, or an exam approved by the Director.  

D. 	The applicant submits proof of experience and competency in massage therapy. For purposes of this rule, an applicant may demonstrate proof of experience and competency either through:

1. 	Verification of active massage therapy practice in that state for a minimum of 400 hours over a 12-month period during the two (2) years immediately preceding the date of application for licensure in Colorado. The work experience shall be attested to in a manner prescribed by the Director, or;

2. 	Proof of completion of twenty-four hours of continuing education related to the practice of massage therapy during the two (2) years immediately preceding the date of application for licensure in Colorado. The continuing education must be accredited by an organization approved by the Director.

E. 	The applicant discloses any disciplinary actions taken against them in any other jurisdiction.The Director will review any disciplinary actions taken against the applicant pursuant to § 12-35.5-107(5)(d), C.R.S. Failure to report disciplinary actions may result in disciplinary proceedings pursuant to § 12-35.5-112, C.R.S., including but not limited to revocation, suspension, or denial of an application to practice massage therapy in Colorado.

Rule 5	Reinstatement of Expired License
The purpose of this rule is to establish the qualifications and procedures for reinstatement of an expired license pursuant to §§ 12-35.5-108, 24-34-102(8)(d), and 24-34-105, C.R.S.
A.	An applicant seeking reinstatement of an expired license shall complete a reinstatement application and pay a reinstatement fee.
B.	If the license has been expired for more than two (2) years, but less than five (5) years, an applicant must demonstrate competency to practice as follows:
1.	Verification of licensure or registration as a massage therapist in good standing from another state, along with proof of active massage therapy practice in that state for a minimum of 400 hours over a 12-month period during the two (2) years immediately preceding the date of application for reinstatement. The work experience shall meet the approval of and be attested to in a manner prescribed by the Director; or
2. 	Proof of completion of twenty-four hours of continuing education related to the practice of massage therapy during the two (2) years immediately preceding the date of application for licensure in Colorado. The continuing education must be accredited by an organization approved by the Director.
C.	If the license has been expired for more than five (5) years, an applicant must demonstrate competency to practice as follows:
1.	Pass an examination approved under Rule 3 within two (2) years immediately preceding submission of an application for reinstatement;
2.	Verification of licensure or registration as a massage therapist in good standing from another state, along with proof of active massage therapy practice in that state for a minimum of 400 hours over a 12-month period during the two (2) years immediately preceding the date of application for reinstatement. The work experience shall meet the approval of and be attested to in a manner prescribed by the Director; or
3.	By any other means approved by the Director.
D.	An applicant for reinstatement who has actively practiced in Colorado with an expired license in violation of § 12-35.5-108, C.R.S., is subject to denial of the application, disciplinary action, and/or other penalties as authorized in the MTPA, and in accordance with § 24-34-102, C.R.S.