WHY TRAIN WITH SIBT
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Industry Leaders
SIBT has trained natural therapy practitioners in Australia for over 3 decades.
SIBT leads by example, other schools copy what we do. SIBT has trained many other school owners and teachers from other training organisations.
Excellent Accreditation
Government Accreditation
The School is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and is registered by NSW Vocational Education & Training Accreditation Board (VETAB) to deliver qualifications. VETAB is overseen by Australian National Training Authority (ANTA).
Industry Accreditation
Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS)
Association of Remedial Masseurs (ARM)
Association of Massage Therapists (AMT)
Reflexology Association of Australia (RAA)
Automatic acceptance into associations, allowing practitioners the benefits of affordable insurance, health fund rebates on many client services, journals, continuing education opportunities and political support.
Courses are Austudy/Centrelink approved.
Affiliation with 70 natural therapy organisations and several universities Australia-wide.
All Inclusive Course Fees
Course fees are competitive, SIBT gives the “whole price” and has no hidden costs as with other schools. SIBT gives a one-off cost that covers all your training including student clinic. Texts may be suggested but these are optional extras to assist with your education. Different payment options are available and we are happy to work out a payment plan to suit you.
Highest Reputation
Recommended by more therapists/employers in Newcastle, Hunter and Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia and a variety of countries internationally.
Industry Commitment
-Major contributors to national training standards for massage in Australia.
- Ongoing academic involvement at industry level.
- Maggie Sands, School Principal, Vice President for the Australian Traditional Medicine Society 1990-1999 and 2007 to current, and over the last 3 decades has held many honorary positions on a senior level. Maggie has been awarded Life Membership of the Society for her ongoing commitment to the natural therapies industry in Australia.
- Founders of the Sands Integration Therapy method, Myofascial Release and Counselling accreditations within the Australian Traditional Medicine Society.
International Experience
The School is supported by the Australian Trade Commission to export massage education. SIBT is the only natural therapies School in Australia, because of it’s vast experience, to export massage training internationally. Currently the School has successfully completed trainings in Hong Kong, Singapore, Vietnam and Indonesia View international trainings. Because of it’s acclaimed reputation the School is being approached by numerous countries throughout the world. Teachers are trained and experienced to work with international interpreters as in many countries English is not their first language. The School often introduces a new concept overseas, ie. Remedial Massage as a viable treatment option.
Quality Training
Our quality training is second to none. We continually upgrade and fine-tune our curriculums to provide the latest skills-based programs.
Distance Education / Flexible Learning
Students may complete various modules by external study and then attend Intensive courses. You may begin external study at any time of the year.
Accommodation
Lakeside accommodation is available at Charmhaven offering special student rates. The accommodation sleeps 8 and is 5 mins drive from the School.
Job Placement Opportunities
Because of our quality reputation numerous organisations approach SIBT when they have Massage Therapy positions available. Positions Vacant are also listed in our "Student Info" section. We provide support and direction for students if required through career guidance counselling.
Experienced Teachers
Professional, caring, experienced trainers dedicated to teaching and sharing what they know. Our teachers understand the industry. They have personally completed various courses and our extensive teacher training pathway. Trainers also work in the industry many having their own successful massage therapy practices. Teachers are personally trained by SIBT to ensure the School philosophy of “intention” is practiced and taught.
Student Supervised Clinic/Supervisors
We believe we run the most successful and professional student clinic in Australia. The clinic allows students to get on-the-job training in preparation for being a professional practitioner. Student clinic supervisors have “real” massage practice experience and are dedicated to sharing their knowledge to students developing their practice skills under supervision. Clinics are run on Thursday, Friday, Saturdays, some Mondays and Sundays. Clinic fees are included in course fees.
Facilities
Students are provided with informative, professional manuals and study guides. Library facilities are available. Text books, models, charts and other modern teaching tools are used to assist your learning.
Special Student Needs Support
If you need that extra bit of support during courses we are here to help. We have had numerous students who have disabilities which have include sight and hearing impaired students, students in wheelchairs, or students who just needed a bit of support with their study. SIBT also embraces students from other countries and cultures in both Australia and internationally and has developed skills to work with students whose English is not their first language.
