Clinical Manual Lymphatic Drainage Course
This course is an “all-inclusive”, evidence-based “learn the lot” course that will teach you all you need to know about manual lymphatic drainage and its safe and effective delivery to clients will all sorts of conditions affecting the lymphatic system.
Already enrolled in, or would love to attend the course ?
Are you interested in the Lymphatic System, but not ready to take on compression therapy?
Do you have clients presenting to your clinic with a history of cancer, lymphoedema, lipoedema or other chronic conditions related to the lymphatic system? Do you lack the intensive training required to safely and effectively treat these people? Maybe you have had basic training and realise that there is more to this than gentle touch. Without expert training, you may be placing your clients at an increased risk of developing or worsening their oedema!
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course students will:
- Have a detailed understanding of the Lymphatic System
- Be able to differentiate between oedema, lipoedema and lymphoedema
- Understand the relationship and interaction of the lymphatic system with other body systems
- Will be able to apply critical thinking to determine a safe and effective treatment plan
- Have practical skills to treat/assess clients with conditions involving the lymphatic system in the upper and lower extremities
- Understand how medications can affect oedema
- Understand the benefits of adjunctive treatments such as SIPC, LLLT, kinesiotape
- Be able to confidentally liaise with other health professionals
- Recognise when a patient requires referral
- Work within your scope
Course Delivery
- Online learning – 4 weeks of virtual learning
- Zoom session – Thursday evenings during the four weeks of online learning (6-7pm Qld time)
- Face-to-Face practical
- Compulsory attendance at 3 day practical workshop.
- 8:00am-5:00pm.
- Practice on 1-2 clients with conditions as a group.
- Experience SIPC, LLLT, Deep Oscillation Therapy.
- After the course
- You will not have to navigate this alone. I am available to help with client treatment plans including via pre-arranged FaceTime/Zoom sessions with you and your client.
- Add on compression therapy down the track if and when you are ready
UPCOMING LOCATIONS AND DATES
Dakabin (North Brisbane)
Fees: $2800
This course aligns with the Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy Practitioner Course. Visit the DLT tab to see the dates.
Complete the same theory less the compression therapy component.
Attend the first 2.5-3 days of the DLT course.
Why should I attend this Clinical Manual Lymphatic Drainage Workshop?
🌿 Build Real Clinical Skills
This course gives you more than just gentle touch techniques — it equips you with the critical thinking and clinical insight needed to treat complex cases safely and confidently.
💻 Online + Face-to-Face Training
- 4 weeks of detailed online theory (same as DLT training, minus compression therapy)
- 3 days of in-person practical training to master hands-on skills
- Optional upgrade later to full Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy (DLT) certification (adds compression therapy)
🩺 Treat a Wider Range of Clients
Learn to support clients with:
- Lymph node removal or damage from surgery/radiation
- Recurrent or multiple surgeries disrupting lymphatic flow
- Liposuction for lipoedema
- Burns, crush injuries, degloving
- Conditions like sinusitis, acne, chronic headaches, post-viral swelling, immobility, and travel-related swelling
🧠 Learn to Think Like a Lymphatic Clinician
You’ll learn to:
- Understand how the lymphatic system interacts with the cardiovascular, pulmonary, and renal systems
- Use clinical reasoning to uncover the why behind swelling
- Differentiate between oedema, lymphoedema, and lipoedema
- Know when and how to refer appropriately
- Integrate MLD safely into your existing practice
✋ Hands-On, Person-Centred Learning
- Experience receiving MLD to feel pressure and flow
- Adjunctive therapies – SIPC, LLLT, Deep Oscillation Therapy
- Practice essential techniques and palpation skills
- Get 1:1 support in small class sizes
- Private training options available
“This is more than just moving fluid — this is about knowing when, how, and why to treat.”
Check your suitability
Please call 0402 988 423 before enrolling in this course to check your suitability. Once you pay for the course and receive learning material, this course is NON-REFUNDABLE.
Please see Policies and Procedures for further information.
FAQ
Answers to the most commonly asked questions:
If your question is not answered here, please get in touch.
Who can attend this course?
Minimum current qualification Diploma of Remedial Massage or member of AHPRA. Unsure, please get in touch to discuss your eligibility to attend this course.
What do I need to bring?
- Basic stationery
- Two bath sheets/sarongs
- Small bath towel
- Pillow/cushion
- Suitable clothing for massaging
- Cardigan/socks – can get chilly
- Chinagraph pencil (if you have one)
Special requirements
For all training courses, I provide basic foods as one less thing you need to prepare. Morning tea is fruit/vegie platter and biscuits. A basic lunch of cold meats, salads, bread/wraps is provided. Tea and coffee (lactose free, almond, full cream milk) is available all day long. If you have food intolerances please provide your own meals. Where possible, some gluten free is provided.
What qualification will this give me?
On successful completion of this course (theory, practical and assessments), graduates will receive a certificate in Clinical Manual Lymphatic Drainage.
Professional Development hours are available.
What if I need to change or cancel my booking?
Payment
Once you send in your registration form, an invoice will be sent to you. Please pay your initial deposit on receipt of this invoice. Further payments can be made as per the details on the registration form.