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Types of massage therapy  \nBenefits of being a massage therapist  \nWhat qualifications do you need to be a massage therapist?  \nHow do I get a job as a massage therapist?  \nHow to find the right employer as a massage therapist  \nWhat will I do as a massage therapist?  \nJob opportunities for massage therapists  \nSecrets of massage therapists Massage Therapy Associations Massage therapy glossary of terms  \nMassage Therapy FAQs  \nAbout  \nMassage therapy is a growing industry in Australia and offers a wide range of exciting job opportunities. Whether you want to work in a clinical setting, at an exotic resort or for yourself, life as a massage therapist can be incredibly rewarding.  \nHowever, to get your career started on the right foot, there are a few things you need to know. Choosing the right nationally recognised course to study is vital to your employability, identifying and cultivating the skills you need will be central to your success, and knowing where to look for a job and how to ace the interview will put you ahead of the pack.  \nIn this ebook, we reveal:  \n» The types of massage you need to know » The benefits of working as a massage therapist » The qualifications you need for a successful career » How to get a job as a massage therapist » How to find the right employer for you  \n» Your common duties as a massage therapist » The best job opportunities for massage therapists » The secrets of practicing massage therapists » The key industry associations to consider joining » Common industry terms explained  \n» Answers to the questions you’re too afraid to ask  \nEverything you need to know about becoming a Massage Therapist | 3  \nChapter 01 What is a massage therapist?  \nEverything you need to know about becoming a Massage Therapist | 4  \nMassage therapists use a range of massage techniques to help improve the general health and wellbeing of their clients. Most massage techniques involve the application of fixed or movable pressure to the soft tissues and muscles of the body to promote relaxation, healing, flexibility and improved circulatory and lymphatic function.  \nWhat is a massage therapist?  \nChapter 01 What is a massage therapist?  \nAbrief history  \nMassage therapy has been used as a medical treatment for thousands of years. It is thought to have originated in India around 3000 BC and was mentioned in ancient Chinese texts dating back to 2700 BC. The practice of massage was also depicted in ancient Egyptian tomb paintings around 2500 BC, which served as inspiration for its adoption in ancient Rome and Greece.  \nAgrowing industry  \nToday, massage therapy is a rapidly growing industry. Long term employment in the industry has grown by 62.3 per cent over the last 10 years and will employ around 20,000 people across Australia by 2019* .  \n*[joboutlook.gov.au](joboutlook.gov.au)  \nHowever, its journey into modern Western culture would take much more time.  \nWhile Hippocrates – known as the ‘father of medicine’ – wrote about massage in 400 BC, it wasn’t until the early 1800s that the newly developed Swedish massage technique would sweep Europe, and eventually therest of the world.  \nMore than one third of massage therapists work full-time – or an average of 45.6 hours per week – and almost two thirds of practicing massage therapists have attained a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in massage therapy.  \nEverything you need to know about becoming a Massage Therapist | 5  \nChapter 01  \nBenefits of massage  \nWhat is a massage therapist?  \nMassage therapy offers a range of benefits that help improve the overall health and wellness of clients. Massage therapy can help to:  \n» Relax muscles and relieve pain ","cbCaipIDXj5nkzB0","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaipIDXj5nkzB0","pdf",4084847,37,"English","# Contents\n## Chapter 01 What is a massage therapist?\n## Chapter 02 Types of massage therapy\n## Chapter 03 Benefits of being a massage therapist\n## Chapter 04 What qualifications do you need to be a massage therapist?\n## Chapter 05 How do I get a job as a massage therapist?\n## Chapter 06 How to find the right employer as a massage therapist\n## Chapter 07 What will I do as a massage therapist?\n## Chapter 08 Job opportunities for massage therapists\n## Chapter 09 Secrets of massage therapists\n## Chapter 10 Massage Therapy Associations\n## Chapter 11 Massage therapy glossary of terms\n## Massage Therapy FAQs","[{\"question\":\"What does a massage therapist do for clients?\",\"answer\":\"Massage therapists use pressure techniques on soft tissues and muscles to promote relaxation, healing, flexibility, and improved circulatory and lymphatic function.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the main benefits of massage therapy?\",\"answer\":\"Massage therapy helps relax muscles and relieve pain, assist healing from soft tissue injuries, improve flexibility, reduce stress, promote restful sleep, and support lower blood pressure and heart rate.\"},{\"question\":\"How did massage therapy develop historically and why is it popular today?\",\"answer\":\"Massage therapy has been used for thousands of years, with early references in India, Chinese texts, and Egyptian depictions. 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