HAWAII MASSAGE FINAL EXAM
STUDY GUIDE 2026/2027 QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
1. According to the Hawaii Administrative Rules Title 16 Chapter 84, how many members
constitute the Board of Massage?
A. 5 members
B. 3 members
C. 7 members
D. 9 members
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The Hawaii Board of Massage consists of five members
appointed by the Governor.
2. When does a Hawaii massage therapist license expire?
A. On the therapist’s birthday every two years
B. December 31 of odd-numbered years
C. June 30 of odd-numbered years
,D. June 30 of even-numbered years
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Licenses in Hawaii are renewed biennially and expire on June 30
of every even-numbered year.
3. How many total hours of training are required for a massage apprentice in Hawaii?
A. 150 hours
B. 420 hours
C. 600 hours
D. 570 hours
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: A massage apprentice program must consist of at least 570
hours, including 150 hours of academic study and 420 hours of practical training.
4. A licensee must notify the Board of a name or address change within how many days?
A. 10 days
B. 30 days
C. 15 days
D. 60 days
Answer: B
, Conceptual Explanation: Under Hawaii regulations, any change in name or address must
be reported to the Board in writing within 30 days.
5. What is the required ratio of apprentices to one sponsoring massage therapist?
A. 10:1
B. 5:1
C. 1:1
D. Unlimited
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: A sponsoring massage therapist may not have more than 10
apprentices at any given time.
6. Which of the following is considered an ‘endangerment site’ when performing massage?
A. Gluteal region
B. Gastrocnemius muscle
C. Anterior triangle of the neck
D. Biceps brachii
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The anterior triangle of the neck contains the carotid artery and
vagus nerve, making it a critical endangerment site.
STUDY GUIDE 2026/2027 QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
1. According to the Hawaii Administrative Rules Title 16 Chapter 84, how many members
constitute the Board of Massage?
A. 5 members
B. 3 members
C. 7 members
D. 9 members
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The Hawaii Board of Massage consists of five members
appointed by the Governor.
2. When does a Hawaii massage therapist license expire?
A. On the therapist’s birthday every two years
B. December 31 of odd-numbered years
C. June 30 of odd-numbered years
,D. June 30 of even-numbered years
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Licenses in Hawaii are renewed biennially and expire on June 30
of every even-numbered year.
3. How many total hours of training are required for a massage apprentice in Hawaii?
A. 150 hours
B. 420 hours
C. 600 hours
D. 570 hours
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: A massage apprentice program must consist of at least 570
hours, including 150 hours of academic study and 420 hours of practical training.
4. A licensee must notify the Board of a name or address change within how many days?
A. 10 days
B. 30 days
C. 15 days
D. 60 days
Answer: B
, Conceptual Explanation: Under Hawaii regulations, any change in name or address must
be reported to the Board in writing within 30 days.
5. What is the required ratio of apprentices to one sponsoring massage therapist?
A. 10:1
B. 5:1
C. 1:1
D. Unlimited
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: A sponsoring massage therapist may not have more than 10
apprentices at any given time.
6. Which of the following is considered an ‘endangerment site’ when performing massage?
A. Gluteal region
B. Gastrocnemius muscle
C. Anterior triangle of the neck
D. Biceps brachii
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The anterior triangle of the neck contains the carotid artery and
vagus nerve, making it a critical endangerment site.
