Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy

Overview

For qualified Remedial Massage Therapists (RMT), this course provides the opportunity to advance your training and knowledge to the next level. This qualification will provide an extension of your skills which will focus on assessment, treatment and prevention of specific musculoskeletal conditions and somatic dysfunction. Various modalities will be taught to enhance the restoration and recovery from these conditions via treatment of soft tissues.

Many students who take on this course may have already had the opportunity to work within industry as Remedial Massage Therapists. Bringing this knowledge and experience to the table will allow the student group to use critical thinking skills and analysis to hypothesise on the various conditions they have been presented with. This course is also a direct pathway from successful completion of the Diploma of Remedial Massage.

The popularity in preventative health solutions has seen a steady increase in recent years which has opened doors for health professionals considerably. Since the introduction of Myotherapy treatment in Australia in the 1990s, the demand for therapists to deal with more complex musculoskeletal conditions has grown. This has provided the need for therapists to be more widely trained - hence the introduction of this course.

Where and When

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Duration

Part-time: 12 months

Requirements

Successful completion of the Diploma of Remedial Massage is a pre-requisite for this course. Entry into 22656VIC Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy is open to individuals who can provide evidence they meet either of the following requirements:

1. Have successfully completed the Diploma of Remedial Massage (either HLT52015 or HLT52021), OR

2. Hold the HLT50307 Diploma of Remedial Massage and have current membership at a practitioner-level (not affiliate membership) as a Remedial Massage Therapist with one of the following Australian professional associations:

• Association of Massage Therapists (AMT)
• Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA)
• Massage Association of Australia (MAA)
• Myotherapy Association of Australia (MA)
• Massage & Myotherapy Association (MMA)
• Australian Traditional-Medicine Society (ATMS)

Additional Requirements:

• Learners must have as a minimum, language, literacy, numeracy and oral communication skills equivalent to Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Level 3 to be eligible to enrol in the Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy, -Students need to be aware that this course has a large practical component that requires physical activity, and close peer work. Students will participate in treatment of each other including giving and receiving massages with other students in the classroom setting.
• You will need a high level of maturity and responsibility to cope with the demands of academic and practical aspects of this course.
• It is recommended that students have access to a personal computer or laptop in order to access the online resources and complete the directed online activities in their own time.
• It is recommended that students allow for 10-15 hours per week outside of class times to complete directed learning activities.

Assessment

The method of assessment varies and can include (but is not limited to):

• Observation in the workplace or simulated environment
• Written tasks, including quizzes
• Research tasks, including projects
• Portfolios
• Oral presentations
• Group work

Skills Developed

Key learning areas will include:

• Collecting and analysing information from your clients
• Strong communication skills with clients and other health professionals
• Clinical assessment and clinical reasoning to help determine a treatment strategy
• An extension of current treatment modalities as well as an introduction of some new techniques including myofascial dry needling
• Applying knowledge of pain science to your clients
• Corrective exercises
• Conducting clinical research applicable to professional clinical practice and treatment.

Certification

By successfully completing this course you will receive a nationally recognised AQF Qualification.

Compulsory Units

Fees

Fees Additional Information

Please note depending on individual circumstance there may be additional costs that apply throughout the completion of your qualification. These will be discussed further with your Course Coordinator, and may include:

• Working With Children Check
• Purchasing linen and associated laundering costs for practical sessions and clinic
• Workwear requirements for on-campus clinic

VET Student Loans may be available to eligible individuals. For more information, visit the 'VET Student Loans' page on our website

Pathways

Studies in the Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy may lead students into further studies at various universities, including:

• Bachelor of Exercise Science (La Trobe University).

Please contact your preferred university for information on further pathway options or get in touch with our Education Pathways Officer who will be able to assist you with your queries and provide advice relating to any special entry initiatives you may be eligible for.

How To Apply

Applying for a course at Wodonga TAFE is a simple 4-5 step process. You can learn more here: Understanding the application process

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