411611 Massage Therapist

411611 Massage Therapist

Occupation Overview:

Massage Therapist belongs to the occupation unit group of 4111 Ambulance Officers and Paramedics and is a Skill Level 2 occupation in Australia. In other words, a massage therapist must have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

In New Zealand: NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Key Tasks:

Performs therapeutic massage and administers body treatments for relaxation, health, fitness and remedial purposes.

Specialisations:

  • Chinese (Tui-Na) Masseur
  • Remedial Masseur
  • Shiatsu Therapist
  • Sports Medicine Masseur
  • Thai Masseur

Skills Assessment Authority:

VETASSESS is Australia’s leading vocational education and training assessment provider. It is the designated skills assessing authority for migration purposes for over 300 General Professional Occupations approved by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).

UNIT GROUP 4111 Ambulance Officers and Paramedics

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

In New Zealand: NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

  • massaging the soft tissues of the body, such as muscles, tendons and ligaments, to assist healing
  • utilising a range of massage techniques to enhance sports performance and prevent injury
  • administering treatments to promote relaxation, improve circulation and relieve muscle tension
  • assessing and treating specific soft tissue dysfunction and providing rehabilitation advice
  • employing other techniques, such as acupressure or Shiatsu, and complementary aids, such as infra-red lamps, wet compresses, ice, essential oils and herbal and mineral therapies, to assist recovery
  • assessing client’s physical condition and case history and advising on stretching exercises and relaxation techniques

Occupation:

  • 411611 Massage Therapist

Australian Visa Options for 411611 Massage Therapist

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