HAWAII MASSAGE EXAM 2026
PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED ANSWERS
1. Under Hawaii Administrative Rules Title 16 Chapter 84, how often must a massage
therapist license be renewed?
A. Every year on December 31st
B. Every two years on the licensee’s birthday
C. Every two years on June 30th of even-numbered years
D. Every three years on July 1st
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: In Hawaii, massage therapy licenses expire on June 30 of every
even-numbered year and must be renewed biennially.
2. Which of the following is a specific requirement for a ‘Massage Establishment’ license in
Hawaii?
A. Must designate a Principal Massage Therapist (PMT)
B. Must be owned by a licensed medical doctor
,C. Must have at least five licensed therapists on staff
D. Must provide free services to the community annually
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Hawaii law requires every massage establishment to designate a
Principal Massage Therapist (PMT) who is responsible for the conduct of the therapists in
the establishment.
3. According to the Hawaii Board of Massage, what is the minimum number of hours of
anatomy and physiology required for a massage student?
A. 150 hours
B. 100 hours
C. 50 hours
D. 200 hours
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The Hawaii Board of Massage Therapy requires a minimum of
50 hours of anatomy, physiology, and structural kinesiology as part of the 570-hour
curriculum.
4. If a licensee changes their name or address, within how many days must they notify the
Hawaii Board of Massage?
A. 30 days
, B. 10 days
C. 60 days
D. 90 days
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Licensees are required to notify the Board of any change in their
name or address within 30 days of the change.
5. Which muscle is known as the ‘workhorse’ of the elbow and is the strongest flexor of the
forearm?
A. Biceps Brachii
B. Triceps Brachii
C. Brachioradialis
D. Brachialis
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The brachialis lies deep to the biceps brachii and is the primary
flexor of the elbow regardless of forearm position.
6. In the context of Hawaii law, ‘Massage’ or ‘Massage Therapy’ is defined as:
A. The pressure or friction against the external parts of the body for remedial or hygienic
purposes
B. The use of electrical devices to stimulate muscle growth
PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH
VERIFIED ANSWERS
1. Under Hawaii Administrative Rules Title 16 Chapter 84, how often must a massage
therapist license be renewed?
A. Every year on December 31st
B. Every two years on the licensee’s birthday
C. Every two years on June 30th of even-numbered years
D. Every three years on July 1st
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: In Hawaii, massage therapy licenses expire on June 30 of every
even-numbered year and must be renewed biennially.
2. Which of the following is a specific requirement for a ‘Massage Establishment’ license in
Hawaii?
A. Must designate a Principal Massage Therapist (PMT)
B. Must be owned by a licensed medical doctor
,C. Must have at least five licensed therapists on staff
D. Must provide free services to the community annually
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Hawaii law requires every massage establishment to designate a
Principal Massage Therapist (PMT) who is responsible for the conduct of the therapists in
the establishment.
3. According to the Hawaii Board of Massage, what is the minimum number of hours of
anatomy and physiology required for a massage student?
A. 150 hours
B. 100 hours
C. 50 hours
D. 200 hours
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The Hawaii Board of Massage Therapy requires a minimum of
50 hours of anatomy, physiology, and structural kinesiology as part of the 570-hour
curriculum.
4. If a licensee changes their name or address, within how many days must they notify the
Hawaii Board of Massage?
A. 30 days
, B. 10 days
C. 60 days
D. 90 days
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Licensees are required to notify the Board of any change in their
name or address within 30 days of the change.
5. Which muscle is known as the ‘workhorse’ of the elbow and is the strongest flexor of the
forearm?
A. Biceps Brachii
B. Triceps Brachii
C. Brachioradialis
D. Brachialis
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The brachialis lies deep to the biceps brachii and is the primary
flexor of the elbow regardless of forearm position.
6. In the context of Hawaii law, ‘Massage’ or ‘Massage Therapy’ is defined as:
A. The pressure or friction against the external parts of the body for remedial or hygienic
purposes
B. The use of electrical devices to stimulate muscle growth
