Bowen Therapy Training

Professional standards

The BTFA has set standards of training to both Therapist and Practitioner levels, bringing increased professional recognition to our Bowen therapists.

BTFA's current level of Therapist membership incorporates the following as minimum requirements:

♦ A Diploma of Specialised Bowen Therapy 11274NAT
♦ Minimum 500 clinical hours of practice
♦ At least 20 hours of continuing professional education annually
♦ An acceptable workplace environment
♦ A current Senior First Aid certificate (HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid)
♦ Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance

BTFA's current level of Practitioner membership incorporates the following as minimum requirements:

♦ A Certificate IV in Bowen Therapy 11273NAT or equivalent
♦ Minimum 100 clinical hours of practice
♦ At least 20 hours of continuing professional education annually
♦ An acceptable workplace environment
♦ A current Senior First Aid certificate (HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid)
♦ Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance

The Diploma of Specialised Bowen Therapy 11274NAT and Certificate IV in Bowen Therapy 11273NAT are nationally registered and recognised in all Australian states and territories.

Courses in Bowen Therapy

The Bowen Therapy Federation of Australasia does not offer training courses, but can recommend appropriate training providers for those wishing to become a Bowen therapist.

A list of BTFA-approved Bowen Therapy training providers is provided below (please select '+' to expand the list).

For specific and up-to-date course information, please contact the training providers listed below directly.

For Animal Bowen Therapy training, please click here.