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Massage Therapists help their clients relax, destress, and recover from injury using a range of different massage and relaxation techniques. As a massage therapist you could be helping an athlete after a training session, a diabetic patient improve their circulation, or a busy mom relax in between school runs.
Most massage therapists are skilled in a number of therapies including aromatherapy, shiatsu, Thai, deep tissue, and Swedish massage. You could open your own massage clinic or work as at day spas, beauty salons, hotels, resorts, cruise ships, or fitness centres.
There are 3 courses available for people who want to become a Massage Therapist.
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Become a qualified beauty therapist and open your own salon with the SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to deliver a wide range of beauty treatments as well as setup and operate a beauty business. Treatment competencies include: body massage, lash and brow services, facials and skin care treatments, waxing, makeip application and design, manicures and pedicures, piercings, and more. You can also gain specialist skills in electrolysis, relaxation massage, or spa treatments. Enquire now for entry requirements, graduation competencies, and upcoming enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
Get started in massage or formalise your knowledge of massage therapy with a nationally recognised qualification. This hands-on course teaches you the fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology; practical skills in deep tissue massage; personal safety and infection controls; as well as business skills and practice ethics. It’s everything you need to run your own successful massage practice. Enquire now for a list of entry requirements and intake dates..
In Australia, a full time Massage Therapist generally earns $1,038 per week ($53,976 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
Opportunities for Massage Therapists in Australia are expected to grow over the next 5 years as more than 15,000 new jobs open up around the country. Massage Therapists usually work in massage clinics, sport medicine and fitness centres.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
To work in Australia as a Massage Therapist you require a Certificate IV or a Diploma in Massage Therapy Practice, plus join an approved industry association. The qualifications take between 1-2 years to complete, including supervised clinic hours under a qualified massage therapist. Once qualified you can undertake VET courses in complimentary therapies.
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Here are some potential career pathways within alternative health and holistic medicine and massage. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Alternative Health and Holistic Medicine
Acupuncturist
$1,250 weekly pay
Aromatherapist
$1,050 weekly pay
Ayurvedic Practitioner
$1,500 weekly pay
Herbalist
$1,150 weekly pay
Massage Therapist
$960 weekly pay
Myotherapist
Natural Therapist
Naturopath
Reflexology Therapist
Remedial Massage Therapist
Remedial Yoga Therapist
Shiatsu Massage Therapist
Massage
Learn more about Massage Therapist courses in your area.