22316VIC Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy

Duration 1.5 years (78 weeks - 6 x 10 week terms + holidays)
Timetable 2 days per week 08.45am-5.30pm
Study mode Full-time
Delivery mode Face to Face
International course Yes - International student are still eligible to study this course. (CRICOS course code 085316K)
nationally recognised
+Course Overview

Myotherapy course will prepare students to become a Myotherapist specialising in the assessment, treatment and prevention of musculoskeletal conditions to enable them to use clinical skills to location the sources of the symptoms and identify dysfunctions. Dry needling, Cupping and Tens machine are used in conjunction with Myotherapy techniques to treat clients. Underpinning knowledge of Anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics and pathology is required to understand the relationship between the myofascial and also how the muscles and connective tissues relate to other systems of the body.

Clinical Requirements

Students enrolled in 22316VIC Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy are required to complete a minimum of 75 hours practical experience in MTI’s fully supervised Student Massage Clinic involving 30 clients with varied musculoskeletal conditions. Clients must include males and females from different stages of life.

+Units of Competency

9 Units of Competency are required for award of this qualification
Core Units
CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
VU21873 Establish and manage a myotherapy practice
VU21874 Manage health risks in a myotherapy environment
VU21875 Work within a myotherapy framework
VU21876 Perform myotherapy clinical assessment
VU21877 Plan myotherapy treatment strategy
VU21878 Provide myotherapy treatment
VU21879 Provide myofascial dry needling treatment
VU21880 Conduct research relating to myotherapy clinical practice

+Entry Requirements

  • Minimum 18 year of age
  • HLT50307 or HLT52015 Diploma of Remedial Massage or equivalent

English Testing is available on campus at no cost. Contact us to make an appointment.

+Career Outcomes

  • Myotherapist Practitioner
  • Clinic Supervisor
  • Clinic Manager
  • Work within a large health service


+Tuition Fees

  • TBA

To study MTI`s myotherapy course, please contact our MTI team for current promotions info@mti.vic.edu.au


+Intake Dates

2023 Intakes

  • 30th Jan 23
  • 24th Apr 23
  • 17th Jul 23
  • 9th Oct 23

Contact us for further dates.

+How to Apply

    • Check you meet the entry requirements for the myotherapy course.
    • Choose your intake preference
    • Complete the Domestic Student Application Form (Ensure you include all required documentation)
    • Submit your application – Apply online or visit our campus
    • Receive your Student Agreement from MTI
    • Accept the Student Agreement and pay tuition fees
    • Receive your confirmation of enrolment email.
    • Commence your course.

+Course Overview

Myotherapy course will prepare students to become a Myotherapist specialising in the assessment, treatment and prevention of musculoskeletal conditions to enable them to use clinical skills to location the sources of the symptoms and identify dysfunctions. Dry needling, Cupping and Tens machine are used in conjunction with Myotherapy techniques to treat clients. Underpinning knowledge of Anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics and pathology is required to understand the relationship between the myofascial and also how the muscles and connective tissues relate to other systems of the body.

Clinical Requirements

Students enrolled in 22316VIC Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy are required to complete a minimum of 75 hours of practical experience in MTI’s fully supervised Student Massage Clinic involving 30 clients with varied musculoskeletal conditions. Clients must include males and females from different stages of life.

+Units of Competency

9 Units of Competency are required for award of this qualification
Core Units
CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
VU21873 Establish and manage a myotherapy practice
VU21874 Manage health risks in a myotherapy environment
VU21875 Work within a myotherapy framework
VU21876 Perform myotherapy clinical assessment
VU21877 Plan myotherapy treatment strategy
VU21878 Provide myotherapy treatment
VU21879 Provide myofascial dry needling treatment
VU21880 Conduct research relating to myotherapy clinical practice

+Entry Requirements

      • Minimum 18 year of age
      • IELTS score of 5.5 (Academic) or equivalent
      • HLT50307 or HLT52015 Diploma of Remedial Massage or equivalent

English Testing is available on campus at no cost. Contact us to make an appointment.

+Career Outcomes

      • Myotherapist Practitioner
      • Clinic Supervisor
      • Clinic Manager
      • Work within a large health service


+Tuition Fees

      • TBA

To study MTI`s myotherapy course, please contact our MTI team for current promotions info@mti.vic.edu.au


+Intake Dates

2023 Intakes

  • 30th Jan 23
  • 24th Apr 23
  • 17th Jul 23
  • 9th Oct 23

Contact us for further dates.

+How to Apply

      • Check you meet the entry requirements for the myotherapy course.
      • Choose your intake preference
      • Complete the International Student Application Form (Ensure you include all required documentation)
      • Submit your application – Apply online or visit our campus
      • Receive your Letter of Offer from MTI
      • Accept the Letter of Offer and pay tuition fees
      • Receive your CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment)
      • Apply for your student visa.

For information about applying for your student visa, please visit the Australia Department of Immigration & Boarder Protection website www.border.gov.au

Our 22316VIC Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy qualification is recognised by leading Massage Associations