Massage Therapist Courses
Massage Therapists use various techniques to help clients relax, recover, and destress, working in clinics, spas, resorts, or fitness centres.
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How do I become a Massage Therapist
Get qualified to work as a Massage Therapist with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
HLT42021
Duration
6 months - 16 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Get started in massage or formalise your knowledge of massage therapy with a nationally recognised qualification. The HLT42021 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy 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.
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Duration
6 months - 16 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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HLT52021
Duration
12 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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.
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Duration
12 months - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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HLT52515
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
Become a qualified reflexology therapist with the HLT52515 Diploma of Reflexology. This nationally recognised diploma will teach you how to deliver a range of reflexology treatments and setup your own business. The course covers: providing reflexology for relaxation and therapy, carrying out health assessments, developing a reflexology practice, safety and first aid, clinical hygiene and infection controls, small business administration and marketing. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, reflex...
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Blended, On Campus
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SHBBINF002
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
The SHBBINF002 Maintain Infection Control Standards provides training in maintaining infection control standards during skin penetration treatments in a clinical environment. It covers state or territory and local council requirements, teaching individuals to identify, manage, and control infection risks to clients, colleagues, and themselves. This unit is relevant for beauticians and beauty therapists working in salons, clinics, or cosmetic medical clinics, where they operate autonomously and make indepe...
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How much do Massage Therapists earn?
In Australia, a full time Massage Therapist generally earns $1,333 per week ($69,316 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.
What are the job opportunities for Massage Therapists?
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
How do I become a Massage Therapist?
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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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.
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