HomeMy WebLinkAbout2 -Massage License ApplicationCity Clerk’s Office
651-747-3900
3880 Laverne Avenue North
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Updated 3/2024
APPLICATION FOR LICENSE
PRACTICE OF MASSAGE THERAPY
In submitting a license application, the applicant declares that he or she meets the requirements for issue
of the License and that he or she will comply with applicable regulations, statutes and ordinances.
Knowingly submitting an incomplete or inaccurate application constitutes fraudulent application.
Fraudulent application; failure to comply with the aforesaid regulations, statutes and ordinances; or
conviction for related felony or misdemeanor violations constitutes grounds for the denial, suspension, or
revocation of license.
License Application Checklist:
Complete the attached license application in full. Unsigned or improperly completed applications will be
rejected.
Attach additional sheets, as needed, to complete each section of the application.
Massage Therapist attach one of the following:
a)Proof of successful completion of a minimum of 500 hours of therapeutic massage training/coursework that includes
subjects of anatomy, physiology, hygiene, ethics, massage theory and research, and massage practice from an
accredited institution or program; orb)A diploma or certificate of graduation from a comprehensive massage therapy program consisting of the course work
stated above in subclause a. issued to the applicant from an accredited institution or an accredited program; orc)Proof of passing the National Certification Exam offered by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and
Bodywork or proof of passing the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) Massage and Bodywork
Licensing Examination (MBLEx); or;d)Proof of having completed at least 100 hours of therapeutic massage training/course work that includes subjects of
anatomy, physiology, hygiene, ethics, massage theory and research, and massage practice from an accredited institution
or program, as defined in section 11.20, Definitions, of this chapter, and has practiced massage therapy in the City of
Lake Elmo, for compensation for at least five years immediately preceding the date of the application. This form of
eligibility will be accepted until January 1, 2014;
Include payment of fees specified on the attached fee schedule.
Attach the following exhibits to the application:
•Notarized copies of any current licenses issued to the applicant to perform similar service in other
communities.
•One front face passport style photograph of the applicant, measuring not less than 2 1/2" by 2 1/2",
taken within the past 30 days. Also a photocopy of a driver’s license with a current address must be
included.
•A copy of a current professional liability insurance policy.
•A copy of proof of current CPR certification.
The names and resident and business street addresses of three (3) residents of the seven-county
metropolitan area. They must be persons of good moral character and who are not related to the
applicant or holding any ownership in the premises or business, who may be contacted with regard to the
applicant's and/or manager's character.
City Clerk’s Office
651-747-3900
3880 Laverne Avenue North
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Identifying Information
Date of Application___________________
Applicants Name__________________________________________________ DOB _______________
First Middle Last
Home Address _______________________________________________________________________
Street Address Apt # City State Zip
Home Telephone (_____)________________ Citizenship ___________ or Resident Alien ___________
Sex________ Height___________ Weight___________ Hair Color__________ Eye Color ___________
Name of Business (where license will be used) ______________________________________________
Business Address ____________________________________________________________________
Business Telephone (_____)________________ Type of Business ______________________________
Personal History
List any additional residence addresses in the past five (5) years. Start with most recent. Attach additional
sheets if necessary.
___________________________________________________________________________________
Street Address Apt # City State Zip Dates
___________________________________________________________________________________
Street Address Apt # City State Zip Dates
___________________________________________________________________________________
Street Address Apt # City State Zip Dates
List full or part-time employers for the past five (5) years. Start with current or most recent. Attach additional
sheets if necessary.
___________________________________________________________________________________
Employer City State Employment Period (Mo/Yr) Position/Title
___________________________________________________________________________________
Employer City State Employment Period (Mo/Yr) Position/Title
___________________________________________________________________________________
Employer City State Employment Period (Mo/Yr) Position/Title
___________________________________________________________________________________
Employer City State Employment Period (Mo/Yr) Position/Title
___________________________________________________________________________________
Employer City State Employment Period (Mo/Yr) Position/Title
Minnesota Tax ID#_______________________ Federal Tax ID #_____________________
City Clerk’s Office
651-747-3900
3880 Laverne Avenue North
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Business History
List all other Personal Service or business licenses you presently hold, or which you have held under your
present name or any other name during the past five (5) years. Attach additional sheets if necessary.
___________________________________________________________________________________
Type of License License # Issuing Agency City/State of Issue Date of Issue
___________________________________________________________________________________
Type of License License # Issuing Agency City/State of Issue Date of Issue
___________________________________________________________________________________
Type of License License # Issuing Agency City/State of Issue Date of Issue
___________________________________________________________________________________
Type of License License # Issuing Agency City/State of Issue Date of Issue
Have you ever provided similar service under a license or permit? NO______ YES______
If you check YES, attach a separate page giving the name, type, and address of each such business.
Have you ever previously been denied a license for a similar purpose? NO______ YES______
If you checked YES, attach a separate sheet giving the following information for each application that was
so denied: 1. Date and place of application. 2. Type of business. 3. Reason application was denied.
Criminal History
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor violation of any federal or state statute
or local ordinance, other than traffic offenses? NO______ YES______
If you checked YES, attach a separate page, giving the following information for each conviction:
1. Charge or offense. 2. Date of arrest. 3. Arresting agency. 4. Date of conviction
5. Court name and location. 6. Sentence.
Are you currently on probation or parole for any violation listed above? NO______ YES______
In the last ten (10) years, have you been known by another name? NO______ YES______
If you check YES, attach a separate page giving the following information for each such name:
1. Full name. 2. Period during which you used this name. 3. Places used.
Any falsification of answers given or accompanying material submitted will result in denial or
revocation of this license.
I hereby state that I have answered all of the preceding questions, and that the information contained
herein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I hereby further state that I have received
no money or other consideration by way of loan, gift, contribution, or otherwise.
Signature _____________________________________________ Date __________________________
Typed or Printed Name _________________________________________________________________
City Clerk’s Office
651-747-3900
3880 Laverne Avenue North
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
TENNESSEN WARNING
Pursuant to Minn. Statutes, 13.04, Subd. 2, 13.05, Subd. 8., and other applicable divisions of the Minnesota
Government Data Practices Act, license applicants must be informed of their rights concerning the
provision of private or confidential data requested in this application.
Private and confidential data requested in this application is required for the following purposes:
1. To confirm the applicant's identity and qualifications to perform the functions regulated under this license.
2. To allow the city to perform necessary investigation of applicants for the protection of public health and
safety.
3. To limit city liability arising from failure to exercise due care with respect to the regulation of commerce or
public conduct.
Private information requested, including identification, medical and criminal history data, will be used by law
enforcement personnel in investigating the qualifications, moral conduct, and suitability of applicants to
provide service to the public.
Applicants can decline to provide the information requested in this application form, however, if an applicant
fails to provide the requested information or supplies incomplete or inaccurate information, the license may
be denied, suspended, or revoked. If information supplied in this application is subsequently used in a
criminal prosecution of the applicant, the result may include a fine, imprisonment, or other penalty order by
the court subsequent to conviction.
Individuals authorized access to the private or confidential data contained in this application includes city
employees whose duties require such access; local, state, and federal public safety personnel conducting
related investigations; state and federal revenue authorities; and lawfully mandated reporting agencies.
A specific exception to the confidentiality of data supplied in this application exists as follows:
Minn. Statute 13.41, Subd. 5.
Any licensing agency may make any data classified as private or confidential, pursuant to this section,
accessible to an appropriate person or agency if the licensing agency determines that failure to make the
data accessible is likely to create a clear and present danger to public health or safety.
Questions concerning this warning, or the effect of providing or failing to provide requested information
should be directed to the City Clerk, Lake Elmo, Minnesota 55042, telephone (651) 747-3914.
Signature _____________________________________________ Date _________________________
City Clerk’s Office
651-747-3900
3880 Laverne Avenue North
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
MASSAGE LICENSE FEE SCHEDULE
Background Investigation Fee
$100.00 premises
$ 25.00 therapist
License Fee
$100.00 premises
$ 50.00 therapist
Annual Renewal Fee
$50.00 premises
$ 25.00 therapist
Any Amendments or Changes
$25.00
Please make checks payable to “City of Lake Elmo”