2.2Low RiskNo Shortage
Massage Therapists
Health and Welfare Support Workers · Health and Welfare Support Workers
Low Risk
Median Weekly Pay
$1,472
Full-time workers
Employment
20,300
Total workers
10yr Growth
+19.8%
Projected to 2034
Shortage Status
No Shortage
Key Insight
Massage Therapists has low AI exposure, making it one of the more resilient occupations in the Australian workforce.
JSA Official AI Exposure
Automation13.0%
Augmentation43.0%
Key Tasks
- •Massaging the soft tissues of the body, such as muscles, tendons and ligaments, to assist healing
- •Utilising a range of massage techniques to enhance sports performance and prevent injury
- •Administering treatments to promote relaxation, improve circulation and relieve muscle tension
- •Assessing and treating specific soft tissue dysfunction and providing rehabilitation advice
- •Employing other techniques, such as acupressure or shiatsu, and complementary aids, such as infra-red lamps, wet compresses, ice, essential oils and herbal and mineral therapies, to assist recovery
- •Assessing client's physical condition and case history and advising on stretching exercises and relaxation techniques
Employment Projections to 2034
Median Age
44
Female Share
77.0%
Part-Time Share
67.0%
Skill Level
2 / 5
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