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Remedial Massage Therapists use a range of massage techniques to treat tired, damaged, and strained muscles, plus musculoskeletal dysfunction. As a massage therapist you could be treating anyone from athletes to patients with chronic disease.
Most Remedial Massage Therapists are skilled in a number of different therapies including sports medicine, shiatsu, Thai, deep tissue massage, and assisted stretching. You could open your own massage clinic or work as at sports medicine centres helping patients recover from injury and training.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Remedial Massage Therapist.
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The Diploma of Remedial Massage is a comprehensive program that prepares students to become qualified remedial massage therapists. You'll learn anatomy, massage techniques, and how to treat various musculoskeletal conditions, gaining practical experience through supervised clinic hours. Graduates will be well-equipped to provide effective treatments to clients in a range of settings..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time Remedial 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 Remedial 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. Remedial Massage Therapists usually work in massage clinics, sport medicine and fitness centres.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
To work in Australia as a Remedial 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.
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