The licensing provisions of this chapter shall not apply to hospitals, nursing homes, medical clinics, or sanitariums that offer massage treatment for medical purposes to persons admitted for medical reasons, nor shall they apply to persons holding a valid, unrevoked certificate to practice medicine under the laws of the State, or to persons holding a valid, unrevoked license or certificate of registration issued by the State, such as members of the following professions: nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, cosmetology performing facial massage only, barber performing facial massage only, licensed medical doctor or other medical, osteopathic, or chiropractic professional, or any individual working under the direct supervision of such a person when performing the duties of such professionals, or an athletic trainer administering a massage in the normal course of training duties. Nevertheless, if such persons administer massage services at a massage establishment, such establishment must still be licensed as required by this chapter. In addition to meeting the licensing requirements in this chapter, a massage therapist/myomassologist must also provide proof of professional liability insurance as required by this chapter. Massage programs/schools licensed as proprietary by State of Michigan and North Central Accreditation are also exempt.
(Ord. 376. Passed 6-16-08; Ord. 423. Passed 6-13-16.)