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A Myotherapist uses a range of techniques to treat clients dealing with soft tissue problems. You might use massage, acupressure or other healing techniques. Myotherapists often treat issues such as back and joint pain, some types of injuries or muscle disorders. You might treat clients in a home-based office or work in a myotherapy clinic.
Myotherapists should have strong personal skills and be able to communicate well with their clients. It’s important that you can listen to their concerns and understand their needs. Myotherapists should be skilled in a range of healing techniques.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Myotherapist.
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The 22316VIC Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy will teach you how to establish and manage a myotherapy practice, as well as deliver a range of advanced treatments. This nationally recognised Diploma is hands-on and graduates need to complete 130 hours of clinical massage practice. The course covers: clinical assessments, managing health risks, planning treatment strategies, delivering myotherapy body treatments and myofacial dry needling. Enquire now for the list of training dates and entry requirements..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time Myotherapist generally earns $1,050 per week ($54,600 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 you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There has been strong growth in employment in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 16,000 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Myotherapist. Myotherapists may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Myotherapist interests you, consider enrolling in an Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy. This course will give you the skills to perform clinical assessments, plan treatment strategies, deliver myotherapy body treatments and perform myofascial dry needling.
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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
Naturopathy
Physiotherapy
Therapy Aide
Physiotherapy Assistant
Rehabilitation Nurse
Community Physiotherapist
$1,701 weekly pay
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
Neurological Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
$1,630 weekly pay
Sports Physiotherapist
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