Discover how to become a Canine Massage Therapist :

* Work with dogs every day
* No prior experience required
* The most rewarding career
* Recognised certification

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No Pre-Requisites Required
No Prior Experience Necessary

The courses listed on this page have been created to cater to both those already in the industry AND those with little or no prior canine or animal experience.

There are no pre-requisites. All you need is a passion to make a difference in the lives of dogs and their owners, a commitment to provide quality care to canines, and a willingness to learn all there is to know.

If you absolutely love the career or job you currently have then don't read any further! If you already bounce out of bed every morning with a sense of purpose knowing you are having a positive effect on the lives of our four-legged friends and their human carers then that's awesome! But if you don't greet each day with that level of joy and enthusiasm then read on to find out how you can change that.

It's now possible to have a career in the canine therapy industry

Canine Remedial Massage and Canine Hydrotherapy are becoming an increasingly popular career choice worldwide with the continued growth of the canine health industry. Both roles offer dogs the chance to move better, recover quicker, and potentially live longer while providing you with a rewarding career, doing something you love.

Jessica M - Canine Massage Graduate

"Michelle really knows what she's talking about and has a wealth of information and stories to share. It was evident all the way through the course. The information was clear, high quality and research-supported. It is presented well, and at a very good level for the skillset I brought into the course."

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Why changing to a career in the canine industry is a good idea

Here are just some of the reasons our students join the canine industry:

  • Be surrounded by the unconditional love of canines every single day
  • To provide the same level of quality rehabilitation therapies to canines as we have access to as humans
  • Be part of an ever growing and changing industry at the forefront of new research, results and therapies
  • Have a positive impact on extending the quality and length of time dogs and their owners get to spend together
  • There is nothing better than seeing the look on a dog's face when you've helped relieve their discomfort via treatment

Certificate Course in Canine Remedial Massage Therapy

Canine Remedial Massage

Completing this certificate course in canine remedial massage gives you the skills, knowledge and experience to be able to adequately evaluate and then provide a quality remedial massage to a canine patient and support their mobility, relaxation, or recovery.

With over 22 years of personal hands-on experience, and seven years of teaching, you'll be learning the latest and most up to date methods and scientifically proven techniques from the best in the industry.

This certificate course in canine remedial massage gives you the qualification you need to either start your own canine massage business or be hired to work in a veterinary clinic, canine rehabilitation clinic, dog groomers, dog kennel or dog resorts.

Joanne P - Certified Canine Massage Therapist

"I wasn't sure how easy it would be learning how to massage online but once I started I thoroughly enjoyed the course. It was so informative and the content was very in-depth (more than I was expecting) but easy to learn at your own pace and style. I'm so happy I went ahead with it and I loved that it contained information about the business side of things too!
- Joanne P - Certified Canine Massage Therapist

Why Choose the Canine Health & Wellbeing Academy

Course Length | High Standard of Education | Industry Reputation | Practical Experience

  • The course takes 10 months/240+ study hours to complete -providing you with in-depth foundational knowledge and a qualification you can be proud of
  • Up to 52 hrs of practical tuition - gives you the hands-on skills and confidence required to succeed
  • Reputation as an industry leader - due to high standards set & maintained (not all students pass & graduate)
  • Recognised & accredited certification - will sustain your career as the industry regulations change 
  • Supportive environment - we genuinely want to see you succeed & we provide additional support as needed
  • Everything you need - to be able to provide a safe & effective canine treatment of the highest calibre

 

Industry Recognition:

ACRA ACREDITED (AUSTRALIA)

All Canine Certificate Courses are accredited by the Australian Canine Rehabilitation Association (ACRA). The ACRA is the governing body for the practise of Canine Rehabilitation and Canine Hydrotherapy in Australia. Students who successfully complete our Certificate Courses are eligible to apply for ACRA Membership, display the ACRA logo as a mark of quality, and apply for professional indemnity insurance with Insurance House.

IAAMB/ACWT APPROVED EDUCATION PROVIDER (INTERNATIONAL)

The Canine Health & Wellbeing Academy is proud to have met the high standards and approval of the International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork AND the Association of Canine Water Therapy as a Preferred Education Provider. This ensures we maintain an exceptional standard of education and student learning experience.

Students are able to apply to IAAMB for student membership which entitles them to access to liability insurance, continuing education, mentors and business support.

Our courses are international.

We currently have students from:

United States of America

Australia

Singapore

New Zealand

Hong Kong

Malaysia

United Emirates

Thailand

Japan

South Africa

Canada

Colombia

Slovakia

Greece

South Korea

Upon graduation - So many opportunities to choose from

The Pet industry is already a massive and rapidly growing industry. Medical and surgical treatments pet owners are investing in for their pets has increased substantially. So too has the need for rehabilitation and the complementary therapies that increase the effectiveness and speed of recovery.

Upon completion of either your Certificate in Canine Remedial Massage you will have several career options available to you:

  • Set up and work from your own clinic or mobile service
  • Work as part of a rehabilitation team in a veterinary clinic
  • Join a grooming facility, boarding kennel, pet resort or rescue organisation and offer your services
  • Become employed in a canine rehabilitation and physiotherapy centre

The opportunities are endless and expanding all the time.

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Learn from the best - Your Instructor - Michelle Monk

Canine Physiotherapist with 22+ years clinical experience

Hi I'm Michelle, and over twenty two years ago I began the transition from human physiotherapist to canine physiotherapist. I had always had a huge love for dogs and was disappointed to discover that they didn't have access to the same quality rehabilitation services as we as humans do. I became determined to change that and have dedicated my life to that purpose.

I went on to complete my Masters in Animal Physiotherapy, opened the first canine rehabilitation clinic in Australia, and designed and built the first underwater treadmill in Australia. I now get to help others around the world make the transition into the industry that has had such a positive impact on my life.

There's something so immensely satisfying to see a dog's life extended, to witness a dog walk again after being told it couldn't, and to have a dog recover fully from injury or surgery knowing it's because of the therapy provided by one of my qualified graduates. I feel so fortunate to experience this every single day and I want to help you to have this too.

Michelle Monk
Canine & Human Physiotherapist
Founder Canine Health & Wellbeing Academy
Owner of Dogs in Motion Canine Rehabilitation Clinic

What our Graduates have to say about our courses:

 "I do like the way there is hands-on components throughout the course as it’s not something you can learn from a textbook. It helped me learn and understand more clearly and in depth of what was needed from me as a massage therapist. I loved how detailed everything was, for someone with little knowledge of this subject like me were to do this they can pick it up, learn and follow along easily with good understanding of it all."
- Emily D. - Certified Canine Remedial Massage Therapist

 

"I was concerned about the level of confidence and learning I would have when doing the course online, it was so in detail that I feel like I know just as much as I would have if it was in person.
- Stephanie - Certified Canine Massage Therapist

 

 

"Michelle and her team are extremely supportive and WANT you to succeed. The support provided was always encouraging and reassuring and the course material is very thorough and dispensed at a manageable pace. The sheer volume of information and the obvious time and effort that has gone into putting it together and ensuring successful graduations is commendable."
- Kylie - Certified Canine Remedial Massage Therapist

 

"I love that Michelle acknowledged that everyone has different learning styles and needs and she delivers the course in a way that would suit all styles of learning. I’m not great at putting myself out there and speaking on camera but I found Michelle and her staff to be so supportive and encouraging it really helped me get through those modules."
- Joanne P - Certified Canine Massage Therapist

 

"The structure is good and Michelle very knowledgeable. The course is supportive with well set out modules. The information provided and how it was set out made it easy to revise and research and everything was clear. (During the workshop) Being called on to demonstrate something was both scary and exhilarating. It helped give me confidence in what I was learning. The live models and watching Michelle in action with them was a great learning experience. Michelle knew her stuff."
- Belinda H - Dual Qualified Canine Hydro & Massage Therapist

 

"I enjoyed the level of detail in the course. I was concerned about how in-depth it would be because no prerequisites were required. I was surprised at the extensive amount of real experience and knowledge that was passed on to the students. I have many rehab textbooks that discuss canine therapies and none of them come close to the amount of information that was provided to us in this course. I was really happy about that. I think it’s the best course available just based on the amount of experience and knowledge that was provided in the course. Michelle’s years of experience and knowledge that were passed onto us was invaluable. It wasn’t just theory from some textbook, it was years and years of trial and error and experience. That’s where the value was."
- Kym - Dual Qualified Canine Hydro & Massage Therapist

 

"Thank you very much Michelle and the team, for your commitment in sharing your knowledge and passion in this special field, for being ever so encouraging to all of us and giving us the support we need, to take this first step into this area of work. This course has really broadened my knowledge and I am truly appreciative of it! Cheers to Canine Health & Wellbeing Academy!"

- Hwee Khim Seng - Canine Remedial Massage Therapist

 

Please pass on my thanks to Michelle for a great course and helpful, considerate feedback every step of the way. Much appreciated!

Catherine Rains - Canine Remedial Massage Therapist

 

“I had no prior skills in this industry and this course gave me the skills as well as the confidence to take hydrotherapy sessions in a clinic. Best career move I ever made”

– Emilie - Canine Hydrotherapist

 

“I am delighted to have completed my certificate in Canine Remedial Massage course and to be starting to practice as a massage therapist, helping dogs to feel their most comfortable.”

– Minnesha – Canine Remedial Massage Therapist

 

“Coming from a professional corporate background, I understood the need to surround myself with like-minded people, increase my knowledge/training and develop a support network, particularly as I work as a sole trader. The Hydrotherapy course delivered on all fronts.”

– Marie – Canine Hydrotherapist

 

“Since completing the course and gaining my certificate I am now employed and working in the career of my dreams and loving it. I highly recommend the Academy courses if you wish to start a career in Animal Health Care.”

– Alison – Canine Hydrotherapist

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