Understanding CPD Requirements for Massage Australia (MA) Members

Massage Australia (MA) requires its members to complete ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) each year. These requirements are in place to ensure that therapists stay up to date with current research, clinical standards, and safe practice guidelines.

For massage therapists, this professional education not only supports association membership but also plays a vital role in maintaining client trust and achieving better outcomes in clinical practice.

Each year, MA members are expected to complete a specific number of CPD hours (usually around 20), covering a mix of practical and theoretical learning. While some CPD may involve hands-on workshops, many therapists look for high-quality online options to complete their requirements with flexibility.

Choosing Online CPD That Aligns with Massage Australia’s Standards

When selecting CPD courses as an MA member, it’s important to choose content that is:

• Relevant to clinical practice — focusing on areas like musculoskeletal conditions, client communication, and clinical reasoning.

• Backed by credible sources — using evidence-informed approaches rather than unverified techniques.

• Structured and time-accounted — so you can track your learning and meet association reporting requirements.

At The Therapy Web, we provide a suite of fully online, self-paced CPD courses specifically designed for manual therapy practitioners across Australia. These courses are:

• Five hours each and include a certificate of completion.

• Ideal for therapists in remote or regional areas, or those managing family and work responsibilities.

• Created to support deep clinical understanding — covering topics like chronic fatigue syndrome, sacroiliac joint pain, upper cross syndrome, and more.

You can also access discounted bundles to meet your entire annual CPD requirement in one go — view our loyalty options here.