Testing May Be in Store for Massage Therapists
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Massage therapists will likely need to pass a written test demonstrating professionalism as part of a city effort to stamp out prostitution in massage parlors.
The proposal won preliminary approval from the City Council two weeks ago.
Some massage therapists said the test may be too difficult, adding that a three-hour national certification test already weeds out unqualified candidates.
City Councilman Joe Erickson said he reviewed draft questions on the city’s proposed test and found them appropriate. Newport Beach uses a similar exam.
The council will review the requirements, along with changes to its adult business ordinance, during a 6:30 p.m. meeting Monday in City Hall, 77 Fair Drive.
Information: (714) 754-5223.
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