ANZSCO 41162.2Low RiskNo Shortage

Massage Therapists

Health and Welfare Support Workers · Health and Welfare Support Workers

0.0out of 10
Low Risk

Median Weekly Pay

N/A

Full-time workers

Employment

19,800

Total workers

10yr Growth

+21.8%

Projected to 2035

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 2035

Median Age

49

Female Share

79.0%

Part-Time Share

73.0%

Skill Level

2 / 5