HAWAII MASSAGE FINAL EXAM
2026/2027 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. Under Hawaii Administrative Rules Title 16, Chapter 84, who has the authority to revoke or
suspend a massage therapist’s license?
A. The Department of Health
B. The Hawaii Massage Association
C. The Governor’s Office
D. The Board of Massage
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The Board of Massage, under the Department of Commerce and
Consumer Affairs (DCCA), is the legal entity responsible for the licensure and discipline of
massage therapists in Hawaii.
2. When does a Hawaii massage therapist license expire?
A. June 30 of every even-numbered year
B. December 31 of every year
C. June 30 of every odd-numbered year
D. On the licensee’s birthday every two years
,Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Hawaii massage licenses are renewed biennially on June 30 of
even-numbered years.
3. What is the minimum number of hours of massage training required for licensure in
Hawaii?
A. 500 hours
B. 600 hours
C. 750 hours
D. 570 hours
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Hawaii requires 570 hours of total training, consisting of 150
hours of academic study and 420 hours of practical training (apprenticeship).
4. A massage therapist is moving to a new house. Within how many days must they notify the
Board of their change of address?
A. 10 days
B. 15 days
C. 60 days
D. 30 days
Answer: D
, Conceptual Explanation: According to Hawaii law, licensees must notify the Board in
writing of any change in address within 30 days.
5. Which of the following is considered a ‘massage establishment’ under Hawaii law?
A. Any premises where massage for compensation is practiced
B. A mobile massage van only
C. A private home where the therapist lives
D. Only locations with more than five employees
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: A massage establishment is defined as any premises or shop
where massage is performed for compensation.
6. Which Hawaiian term refers to a spiritual energy or healing power often associated with
Lomi Lomi?
A. Pono
B. Mana
C. Ha
D. Aloha
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Mana is the spiritual energy or power that is central to
traditional Hawaiian healing practices.
2026/2027 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. Under Hawaii Administrative Rules Title 16, Chapter 84, who has the authority to revoke or
suspend a massage therapist’s license?
A. The Department of Health
B. The Hawaii Massage Association
C. The Governor’s Office
D. The Board of Massage
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The Board of Massage, under the Department of Commerce and
Consumer Affairs (DCCA), is the legal entity responsible for the licensure and discipline of
massage therapists in Hawaii.
2. When does a Hawaii massage therapist license expire?
A. June 30 of every even-numbered year
B. December 31 of every year
C. June 30 of every odd-numbered year
D. On the licensee’s birthday every two years
,Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Hawaii massage licenses are renewed biennially on June 30 of
even-numbered years.
3. What is the minimum number of hours of massage training required for licensure in
Hawaii?
A. 500 hours
B. 600 hours
C. 750 hours
D. 570 hours
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Hawaii requires 570 hours of total training, consisting of 150
hours of academic study and 420 hours of practical training (apprenticeship).
4. A massage therapist is moving to a new house. Within how many days must they notify the
Board of their change of address?
A. 10 days
B. 15 days
C. 60 days
D. 30 days
Answer: D
, Conceptual Explanation: According to Hawaii law, licensees must notify the Board in
writing of any change in address within 30 days.
5. Which of the following is considered a ‘massage establishment’ under Hawaii law?
A. Any premises where massage for compensation is practiced
B. A mobile massage van only
C. A private home where the therapist lives
D. Only locations with more than five employees
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: A massage establishment is defined as any premises or shop
where massage is performed for compensation.
6. Which Hawaiian term refers to a spiritual energy or healing power often associated with
Lomi Lomi?
A. Pono
B. Mana
C. Ha
D. Aloha
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Mana is the spiritual energy or power that is central to
traditional Hawaiian healing practices.
