Myotherapy Course

Detailed Overview

The Myotherapy Course is designed for students who want to develop advanced knowledge and practical skills in musculoskeletal assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation. This course prepares students to work in the complementary health industry by providing hands-on training in myotherapy techniques, client care, pain management, and injury prevention.

Students will learn how to assess and treat muscular dysfunctions, soft tissue injuries, posture-related conditions, and movement restrictions using evidence-based therapeutic techniques. The course combines theoretical learning with practical clinical experience to prepare students for professional practice in healthcare and wellness environments.

Training includes:

• musculoskeletal assessment,
• myotherapy treatment planning,
• trigger point therapy,
• dry needling principles,
• myofascial release,
• remedial massage techniques,
• rehabilitation exercises,
• anatomy and physiology,
• client consultation and communication, and
• workplace health and safety procedures.

Students will gain practical experience through simulated clinic environments and supervised practical sessions designed to reflect real industry settings.

Graduates may find employment opportunities in:

• myotherapy clinics,
• sports and rehabilitation centres,
• wellness clinics,
• fitness and recovery centres,
• multidisciplinary healthcare practices, and
• private practice businesses.

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Entry Requirements

International students must:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old) with no individual band below 5.0.
• Have completed Year 12 or an equivalent qualification.

Candidates may also be required to complete:

• a pre-enrolment Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment, and
• a course entry interview to determine suitability for the course.

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Course Duration

• Full-time study duration: One (1) year
• Total Duration: 52 Weeks (including holidays)
• Contact Weeks: 40 Weeks

The course is delivered over a period of 52 weeks, including scheduled holiday breaks. Training is conducted across four academic terms of 10 weeks each.

Students will receive:

• a 2-week break between terms, and
• a 6-week holiday break at the end of the year.

Classes are scheduled for 20 hours per week.

Training includes a combination of classroom learning, practical clinic-based training, and simulated workplace activities to ensure students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical clinical skills.

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Delivery Mode and Location

This course is delivered face-to-face in classroom and practical clinic environments, including simulated workplace activities.

Students will complete supervised practical training using industry-standard clinic equipment and therapeutic treatment facilities.

There are no mandatory external work placement requirements for this course. All training and assessments are completed on campus.

The course is delivered at our Melbourne CBD campus:

Aboard Training Melbourne CBD Campus

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Career Outcomes

Students who complete this course may be able to seek employment in roles such as:

• Myotherapist
• Remedial Massage Therapist
• Sports Therapy Assistant
• Rehabilitation Therapist Assistant
• Wellness Practitioner
• Musculoskeletal Therapy Assistant
• Clinical Massage Therapist
• Health and Recovery Consultant

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Education Pathways

After completing this qualification, students may choose to continue their studies in related areas such as:

• Advanced Myotherapy
• Complementary Health
• Rehabilitation and Exercise Science
• Physiotherapy pathways
• Sports Therapy
• Health Science programs

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Course Progress

Students are required to:

• attend scheduled classes for 20 hours per week, and
• maintain satisfactory academic progress according to the college’s Course Progress Policy.

Students identified as being at risk of not meeting course requirements will receive additional academic support and may be placed on an intervention strategy.

Further information is available in the Student Handbook and on the college website.

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Enrolment and Orientation

After a student’s application is accepted, the college will provide:

• a Letter of Offer,
• a Written Agreement, and
• a Tax Invoice for prepaid fees.

Students must carefully review all documents before signing the agreement.

A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) will be issued after the signed documents are received.

Orientation takes place on the first day of the course and includes information about:

• the campus,
• living in Australia,
• student support services,
• clinic and hygiene requirements,
• workplace safety procedures,
• course expectations, and
• academic progress requirements.

Detailed admission and enrolment information is available on the college website.

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Training Arrangements

Students are required to:

• attend 20 hours of classes each week, and
• complete approximately 10 hours of homework, practical activities, research, and self-study per week.

Term timetables will be provided before the commencement of each term.

Practical clinic sessions may include:

• client assessment and consultation,
• treatment planning,
• myotherapy techniques,
• soft tissue therapy,
• trigger point therapy,
• rehabilitation exercise programs,
• posture assessment,
• pain management techniques,
• clinic operations, and
• infection control and workplace safety procedures.

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Assessment Methods

Assessment methods for this qualification may include:

• Practical demonstrations
• Written tasks
• Case studies
• Projects
• Client assessment activities
• Workplace simulations
• Observations
• Portfolio tasks
• Research activities

At the beginning of each unit, trainers will explain:

• assessment requirements,
• due dates,
• assessment conditions, and
• practical clinic expectations.

Assessments may be completed individually or in groups where applicable.

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Enrolment and Tuition Fees

Course fees are as follows (Australian Dollars):

• Enrolment Fee: AUD $250
  (non-refundable and payable at the time of application)
• Tuition Fee: AUD $14,400

Tuition fees will not change during the course duration. Additional non-tuition fees may apply.

International students are also required to arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) before arriving in Australia.

More information about OSHC is available at:
OSHC Information

Course fees do not include uniforms, clinic supplies, textbooks, or software required for study.

Failure to pay course fees may result in cancellation of enrolment.

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Other Requirements

Students are required to provide:

• their own laptop or similar device,
• appropriate clinic uniform and footwear, and
• personal items required for practical clinic sessions.

Students may also need access to software such as Microsoft Office for completing assignments and assessments.

Information about living costs in Australia is available at:
Study in Australia Living Costs

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Course Credit

Students may apply for:

• Credit Transfer, or
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Applications can be submitted during enrolment or before starting the relevant unit of competency.

For international students, approved course credit may reduce:

• the course duration, and
• tuition fees.

If course credit is approved after the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) has been issued, students will receive a new CoE showing the updated course duration.