The massage therapy school will be inspected by a board appointed inspector upon registration and thereafter as needed. Findings of the inspector will be reported to the board as part of the approval process. If an inspection reveals that a school is not in compliance with the board’s laws or rules, the school will have 30 days to become compliant; at which time, the school will be re-inspected. If the school fails a second inspection, the board may take action against the school for non-compliance.

1. A. Provisional registration: A provisional registration will be given to a new school until the school is operating and available for inspection.
2. B. Term of provisional registration: The provisional registration will be valid no longer than one year from the date of issuance.

3. C. Inspection criteria: The inspector will observe and report on the following:

   1. (1) cleanliness of premises;
   2. (2) New Mexico state school registration and instructor’s qualifications;
   3. (3) local business license posted;
   4. (4) posted complaint policy with board address and phone number available;
   5. (5) student clinic log;
   6. (6) student attendance log;
   7. (7) student files; and
   8. (8) equipment and teaching aids.

[16.7.5.9 NMAC - Rp 16.7.5.9 NMAC, 11/15/2019]