Massage in Australia - massage and bodywork professionals2024-03-28T10:54:03Zhttps://massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-in-australia?xg_source=activity&feed=yes&xn_auth=noThanks Allen, for the insight…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-05-01:2887274:Comment:796822010-05-01T23:36:58.829ZNicola Hoganhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/NicolaHogan
Thanks Allen, for the insight. I think the perception is that the US has it together with their liscencing etc, but I am aware of the many variations in training and the many political debates with accreditation. I am grateful for my solid grounding of 2 years FT study at Tafe, and for the National Accreditation process here.<br />
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Thanks Allen, for the insight. I think the perception is that the US has it together with their liscencing etc, but I am aware of the many variations in training and the many political debates with accreditation. I am grateful for my solid grounding of 2 years FT study at Tafe, and for the National Accreditation process here.<br />
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<cite>Allan J Jones said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-in-australia?commentId=2887274%3AComment%3A79644&xg_source=msg_com_forum#2887274Comment79644"><div>Hi Nicola.....I've been in the US a couple of years now. I think the aussie system of minmum 2 years full time (TAFE NSW) is a much better grounding for a therapist than here, where you can practice with very little knowledge. If you think Oz has problems you should see Arizona !<br/> I have never been so frustrated in my life. It takes forever to even get accepted to sit the NCBTMB exam. This seems to be the recognised national standard, a standard I consider to be incredibly low. Imagine this if you will............all multiple choice questions...whoa!!!</div>
</blockquote> Hi Nicola.....I've been in th…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-05-01:2887274:Comment:796442010-05-01T16:26:11.565ZAllan J Joneshttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/AllanJJones
Hi Nicola.....I've been in the US a couple of years now. I think the aussie system of minmum 2 years full time (TAFE NSW) is a much better grounding for a therapist than here, where you can practice with very little knowledge. If you think Oz has problems you should see Arizona !<br />
I have never been so frustrated in my life. It takes forever to even get accepted to sit the NCBTMB exam. This seems to be the recognised national standard, a standard I consider to be incredibly low. Imagine this if…
Hi Nicola.....I've been in the US a couple of years now. I think the aussie system of minmum 2 years full time (TAFE NSW) is a much better grounding for a therapist than here, where you can practice with very little knowledge. If you think Oz has problems you should see Arizona !<br />
I have never been so frustrated in my life. It takes forever to even get accepted to sit the NCBTMB exam. This seems to be the recognised national standard, a standard I consider to be incredibly low. Imagine this if you will............all multiple choice questions...whoa!!! Thanks for the feedback Zaree…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-04-28:2887274:Comment:789142010-04-28T05:38:25.681ZNicola Hoganhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/NicolaHogan
Thanks for the feedback Zareena. You will be pleased to know that I have secured a room to work from one day a week at a holistic health centre in my town and have started writing 2 blogs, 'Touch Points' at nhmassagetherapy.blogspot and Our Park Life at ourparklife.blogspot. I have also lined up with my local child health nurse the opportunity to give a talk to new mums and parents of young children the importance of self care in nurturing.<br />
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Thanks for the feedback Zareena. You will be pleased to know that I have secured a room to work from one day a week at a holistic health centre in my town and have started writing 2 blogs, 'Touch Points' at nhmassagetherapy.blogspot and Our Park Life at ourparklife.blogspot. I have also lined up with my local child health nurse the opportunity to give a talk to new mums and parents of young children the importance of self care in nurturing.<br />
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<cite>Zareena Balosa said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-in-australia?xg_source=activity#2887274Comment77991"><div>Its been a very good news that you have completed your degree. I am hoping that you 'll launch your massage center very soon. You should spread your knowledge so that people learn through your massage experiences in Australia. I am waiting for the launching of your massage center.<br/> <br/>
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Great to connec…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-04-15:2887274:Comment:773202010-04-15T02:26:43.423ZNicola Hoganhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/NicolaHogan
Hi Rhiannon,<br />
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Great to connect with you.<br />
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I dont know much about the industry in SA, but I do know that there are many successful Massage Clinics throughout the Perth Metro area. I live in the South West of WA, and whilst there are a few good practitioners in my area, there are also many spa massage places as it is a tourist town. For me, I have found that it is really important to know my market and offer a point of difference to the rest. I believe that there are enough clients for all…
Hi Rhiannon,<br />
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Great to connect with you.<br />
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I dont know much about the industry in SA, but I do know that there are many successful Massage Clinics throughout the Perth Metro area. I live in the South West of WA, and whilst there are a few good practitioners in my area, there are also many spa massage places as it is a tourist town. For me, I have found that it is really important to know my market and offer a point of difference to the rest. I believe that there are enough clients for all massage practitioners - you just have to find out how to reach them,and how they can reach you.<br />
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Best wishes Hi There Liza I have not seen…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-04-14:2887274:Comment:771252010-04-14T08:14:40.824ZRhiannon Bakerhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/RhiannonBaker
Hi There Liza I have not seen many Aussies on this site. Only you and Nicola, I am thinking about moving to Adelaide (need to get away from a bad breakup) or WA. Is there not much work in SA, would it be better to move to Perth? Love to share your thoughts. Rhia<br />
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<cite>Liza Derkatch said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-in-australia?commentId=2887274%3AComment%3A74663#2887274Comment74663"><div>HI Nicola, am with you re the differences and…</div>
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Hi There Liza I have not seen many Aussies on this site. Only you and Nicola, I am thinking about moving to Adelaide (need to get away from a bad breakup) or WA. Is there not much work in SA, would it be better to move to Perth? Love to share your thoughts. Rhia<br />
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<cite>Liza Derkatch said:</cite><blockquote cite="http://www.massageprofessionals.com/forum/topics/massage-in-australia?commentId=2887274%3AComment%3A74663#2887274Comment74663"><div>HI Nicola, am with you re the differences and training. I have made it my business to go seek and study other modalities (yes, save, book and have a working holiday). I am in practice now in SA, but am looking at returning to WA back to the beloved Albany....the quality of training is far more readily available in the states, as are the modalities, however, its time we made it bigger in Oz also...beyond certification, licensing is good..agreed!...am sick at the sight of those impromptu massage places claiming to do remedial work, yet their poor English (of Asian origin) cannot even disclose contraindications!!! gasp....will I see you in Seattle? world massage conference?? Cheers</div>
</blockquote> Thanks for your comments Liza…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-03-29:2887274:Comment:747572010-03-29T16:56:03.217ZRobin Byler Thomashttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/RobinBylerThomas
Thanks for your comments Liza and Nicole,<br />
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I appreciate hearing about MT in other countries and settings. Glad to see you here.
Thanks for your comments Liza and Nicole,<br />
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I appreciate hearing about MT in other countries and settings. Glad to see you here. HI Nicola, am with you re the…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-03-29:2887274:Comment:746632010-03-29T04:12:06.681ZLiza Derkatchhttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/LizaDerkatch
HI Nicola, am with you re the differences and training. I have made it my business to go seek and study other modalities (yes, save, book and have a working holiday). I am in practice now in SA, but am looking at returning to WA back to the beloved Albany....the quality of training is far more readily available in the states, as are the modalities, however, its time we made it bigger in Oz also...beyond certification, licensing is good..agreed!...am sick at the sight of those impromptu massage…
HI Nicola, am with you re the differences and training. I have made it my business to go seek and study other modalities (yes, save, book and have a working holiday). I am in practice now in SA, but am looking at returning to WA back to the beloved Albany....the quality of training is far more readily available in the states, as are the modalities, however, its time we made it bigger in Oz also...beyond certification, licensing is good..agreed!...am sick at the sight of those impromptu massage places claiming to do remedial work, yet their poor English (of Asian origin) cannot even disclose contraindications!!! gasp....will I see you in Seattle? world massage conference?? Cheers Hi Nicola,
Thank you so much…tag:massageprofessionals.com,2010-01-07:2887274:Comment:567832010-01-07T13:38:07.704ZMike Hinklehttps://massageprofessionals.com/profile/MikeHinkle
Hi Nicola,<br />
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Thank you so much for doing this. I think therapists around the world are inquisitive about massage in other places. I hope therapists everywhere will take your lead and share their "massage world" as well. Thanks again!
Hi Nicola,<br />
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Thank you so much for doing this. I think therapists around the world are inquisitive about massage in other places. I hope therapists everywhere will take your lead and share their "massage world" as well. Thanks again!