1. Health science with real benefit What is myotherapy and where does it fit in the healthcare system? Priya Atkinson, program coordinator Stephanie Kanaris, myotherapy graduate 2009

2. RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 2 Overview Introduction What is myotherapy? Qualification details Education milestones and exit points Career prospects Why myotherapy at RMIT?

3. RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 3 What is Myotherapy? Muscle therapy How does a Myotherapist treat? What else does a Myotherapist do?

4. RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 4 Qualification Details Two years full time: Year 1 Diploma of remedial massage – (incorporating the certificate IV in massage practice) Year 2 Advanced Diploma Remedial Massage (Myotherapy) TAFE competency based delivery – Units of competency define skills and knowledge required – High level of workplace and simulated-workplace delivery

5. RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 5 Education milestones and exit points Certificate IV in Massage Therapy: – Successfully complete semester 1 Diploma in Remedial Massage: – Successfully complete year 1 Advanced Diploma of Remedial Massage (Myotherapy): – Successfully complete year 2.

6. RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 6 Why choose myotherapy at RMIT? Industry leading provider: – Prominent focus on innovative teaching and learning – Quality staff Work integrated learning: – RMIT student myotherapy clinic – Industry placements – Highly practical classroom delivery – Business planning and management skills – Study of physical sciences underpins the practical delivery

7. RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 7 Student Experience Practical classes Myotherapy student Clinic Internship with Carlton F.C

8. RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 8 Career Prospects Small business owner Work for another therapist – Join a multi-modality clinic – Join a small practice Work in the sports industry – Elite sports associations and clubs (VIS, AFL, NRL) – Local and amateur sports

9. RMIT University©2008 Information Technology Services 9 Introductory workshops Weekend workshops August - October Great opportunity to “have a go” at massage Further information available through the program website.