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Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Myotherapy)

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What is Clinical Myotherapy?

A Bachelor of Health Science in Clinical Myotherapy equips you with skills and knowledge in evidence-based assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal pain and associated conditions.

This course combines health science with skills in manual therapy, pain management and exercise therapy. Gain supervised experience at our student-led clinics and external placements, where you’ll help people recover from pain or injury and improve their physical function and quality of life.

Graduate prepared for a fulfilling career in the health, fitness and wellbeing where you can make a meaningful difference to people's lives.

Upgrade from the Advanced Diploma into the Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Myotherapy) in 1 year (full time) with 50% of subjects now available online.

Find out more about our Diploma and Advanced Diploma upgrade program.

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Learning outcomes and Work-Integrated Learning

  • Learn hands-on treatment methods, including soft tissue techniques, dry needling and joint mobilisation
  • Study the biological and social sciences underpinning the discipline
  • Understand the complexities of how the human body moves
  • Extensive clinical experience
  • Master the art of improving physical function and wellbeing
  • This course has a requirement of 300 points of work-integrated learning.
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ANTA recognised credentials

On graduation, you are eligible to register with the Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA).

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ATMS membership

Upon graduation, you are eligible to register with the Australian traditional Medicine Society.

Study mode
On campus, Blended
Campus locations*
Melbourne
Student
Domestic
International
Course duration
3 years full time or 6 years part-time
Start date
15 Sep 2025
16 Feb 2026
01 Jun 2026
14 Sep 2026
Fee & scholarships

This course is provided and delivered by Think: Colleges Pty Ltd.

*For more details on international student study options.

Develop skills in clinical situations
Completing the highest level of practical experience, you’ll work with the latest technology and solve genuine client health issues.

Draw from 60+ years of experience
Our heritage with Southern School of Natural Therapies ensures you’re learning from over 60 years of specialised experience.

Nationally recognised
The longest established degree of its type in Australia, our course meets requirements for the Myotherapy Association Australia and Massage & Myotherapy Australia.
Matthew Parkes, Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Myotherapthy) alumni
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Career opportunities

This course will prepare you to work in a range of settings, such as complementary or medical clinics, sporting clubs and even your own myotherapy practice.

Potential career paths

  • Myotherapist
    Average salary: $85,000 - $153,140
Matt Parkes
The bachelor’s degree really nailed just what I was looking for, with a course outline that was going to give me the skills that I needed to treat the patients like I wanted to. I also love their city location, and the facilities have constantly impressed me along the way.
Matt Parkes
Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Myotherapy)

Subjects and units

Delivered both on campus and online, this course comprises 23 core subjects and 1 electives, each subject requiring 10 hours of study per week; three hours facilitated and seven self-directed. Assessments may include activity-based assignments, online quizzes, and practical exams. International students on a student visa must not enrol into any more than a third or 33% of online subjects over their course and must study at least one subject that is face to face in each trimester.

Requirements

These eight core subjects must be completed. 
  • HSP101A Human Structure and Physiology 1
  • BFD105A Biological Foundations
  • MYO102 Myotherapy Foundations
  • MYO103 Musculoskeletal Anatomy 1
  • HSP102 Human Structure and Physiology 2
  • HSC101 Professional Communication and Collaboration
  • MYO104 Musculoskeletal Anatomy 2
  • EBP107A Evidence based practice

Requirements

These eight core subjects must be completed.
  • HBD106 Human Biology and Disease
  • MYO209 Clinical Assessment 1
  • HWEL2002A Understanding Health
  • MYO204 Clinical Assessment 2
  • MYO205 Exercise Prescription 1
  • MYO206 Neuroscience and Motor Control
  • MYO207 Pre-Clinical Studies
  • MYO208 Musculoskeletal Pathology

Requirements

These seven core subjects must be completed. Additionally, choose one elective subject from the electives tab. 
  • MYO302 Manual Therapy Interventions
  • MYO307 Dry Needling
  • MYO306 Pain Management
  • MYO303 Exercise Prescription 2
  • EPR307 Entrepreneurship Professionalism and Business Skills in Health
  • MYO304 Neuropsychology
  • CLR308A Critical Literature Review

Requirements

Choose one elective subjects below in year three.
  • Foundations of Human Nutrition | FHN201 
  • Active Ageing and Falls Prevention | HWEL2009
  • Corporate Health | HWEL2010
  • HDW204 Healthcare in the Digital World
  • FPH201 First Peoples Culture, History and Healthcare
  • HPR200A Health Promotion
  • HWEL2006 Social and Emotional Wellbeing
  • MYO305 Lifespan Myotherapy
  • ESN301 Sports and Exercise Nutrition

International students must not enrol in more than one-third (33%) of online subjects over their course, and must study at least one face-to-face subject each study period. For more information, visit Study in Australia.

International students on a student visa are required to study full time (i.e. must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year). For the latest information on study locations, please check the entry requirements flyer.

Industry partners and Work‑Integrated Learning

Work placements and Work-Integrated Learning programs provide a valuable resource for you to develop hands-on practical experience to ensure you graduate confident and job-ready. At Think Education, we are proud of our network of partners and always welcome new opportunities to build new industry relationships. Our Bachelor of Health Science (Clinical Myotherapy) degree meets the requirements for graduates to join the below organisations.

Work Integrated-Learning Hours

Myotherapy students are required to complete 210 hours of clinical practicum experience at The Practice Wellbeing Centre and 300 points of Work-Integrated Learning via the Professional Development Program.

You can source Work-Integrated Learning opportunities, including placements, through our Careers Connect database, all vetted for quality and relevance by Think Education's Learning Facilitators.

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Entry details

Fees

Check the domestic course fee schedule for the cost of your course.

FEE-HELP

Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.

Learn more about fees and FEE-HELP

Scholarships

If you are truly passionate about health, we want to hear from you. We have a variety of health scholarships on offer to assist you in becoming a key part of the health industry:

Admission criteria

Before you begin your course application, check you meet all the requirements listed below.

Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate) or equivalent

OR

Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Leve 4), or above

OR

Successful completion of at least 0.5 EFTSL at AQF level 5, 0.25 EFTSL at AQF level 6 or above, or equivalent.

OR

Successful completion of Year 10 or equivalent, and a minimum three years of full time relevant work experience that demonstrates skills and knowledge gained through paid or unpaid employment, formal learning and/or non-formal learning (presented on a current resume with attached cover letter).

Fees

Check the international course fee schedule for the cost of your course. Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended options.

Fee payment

Course fees can be paid across three study periods. Each instalment to be paid before the beginning of the academic stage census date.

Scholarships

We want you to have the best possible chance to succeed, which is why we offer a range of financial scholarships to support our international students during their study journey.

Admission criteria

Before you begin your course application, check you meet all the requirements listed below.

Successful completion of at least 0.5 EFTSL at AQF level 5, 0.25 EFTSL at AQF level 6 or above, or equivalent

OR

Australian secondary school certificate, or equivalent Senior Secondary qualification, or Baccalaureate Diploma.

Equivalent IELTS 6.5 (Academic) with no skills band less than 5.5.

OR alternative entry requirement may be available. Alternative entry may include assessment and approval of prior study, or successful completion of a readiness assessment. Contact the International Admissions team for more information.

Frequently asked questions

  • How do I apply for a course?
  • Where can I study?
  • What scholarships do you offer and how do I apply?
  • What do part-time and full-time study entail?
  • What are the payment options? What are FEE-HELP and VET Student Loan (VSL)? Am I eligible?
  • What are Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT)? How do I apply?
  • What is blended study?
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