Understanding Your MAA CPD Obligations

If you’re a remedial massage therapist and a member of the Massage Association of Australia (MAA), you’ll need to complete regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to maintain your membership and stay current in your field. These requirements are designed to ensure therapists continue expanding their skills and knowledge throughout their career.

MAA typically requires members to complete a certain number of CPD hours annually, including both structured (formal learning) and unstructured (self-directed) education. While the exact number of hours may vary depending on your membership level or specialisation, many MAA members aim for around 20 CPD hours each year.

How to Meet MAA CPD Requirements Online

One of the most efficient ways to meet your MAA CPD obligations is through online learning. Many remedial massage therapists now complete CPD courses online because it allows them to learn at their own pace, fit education around work or family commitments, and explore a broader range of topics relevant to their practice.

At The Therapy Web, we offer fully online CPD courses tailored specifically for massage therapists. Each course is worth 5 CPD hours and comes with a certificate of completion, which you can retain for your records and upload to the MAA portal if requested during audits.

Our courses cover common challenges faced in manual therapy, from biomechanics and pain science to clinical reasoning and client communication. They're designed to be informative, easy to access, and practically useful—ideal for MAA members looking to deepen their professional knowledge.

Keeping Track of Your CPD Hours

MAA members are responsible for recording and storing evidence of their completed CPD activities. This usually includes:

• Certificates of completion

• Course outlines or learning objectives

• Notes or reflections from the learning experience

You can learn more about MAA’s official requirements by visiting their website or member portal, where they often provide downloadable CPD logs and guidance documents.