Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 62'760 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 67'050 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 75'600 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 85'050 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 61'500 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 99'750 |
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Swiss professionsHealthcare
Shiatsu-Therapeut/in
Gentle pressure on energy lines to activate the body's self-healing powers.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You relieve blockages using targeted pressure techniques. This supports the body's natural regeneration.
In Shiatsu therapy, you use your thumbs, elbows, and knees with precision. Gentle pressure on the energy lines releases tension and stimulates self-healing. You work with careful craftsmanship and listen to the body. The method improves well-being and promotes inner balance. With great sensitivity, you guide people on their path to greater vitality.
FieldHealthcare
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryMedical Therapy & Naturopathy
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Alternative Practitioner. Based on 20 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
+48% over decadeView as table
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2017-2019 | CHF 46'667 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 84'000 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 69'000 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Health care / Social services | CHF 67'761 | 14 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Shiatsu-Therapeut/in
Official education path
Training is provided by specialized schools. It leads to a specific diploma or certificate.
Typical training path
Shiatsu-Therapeut/in
Prerequisites
- Experience with the method as a patient
- Completed basic education or secondary school leaving certificate
Requirements
- Communicative strengths and empathy
- No fear of close physical contact with different people
- Physical fitness and mental health
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Empathy & Communication
- Physical Fitness
- Precise Hand Control
- Comfort with Physical Contact
- School Leaving Certificate
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You sit on the treatment mat. You apply gentle pressure to the back muscles with your thumbs and elbows. As you stimulate the energy lines, you watch your client's reactions. You adjust the pressure accordingly.
- Smooth movements release energetic blockages and congestion in the body tissue.
- You combine these pressure techniques with targeted joint rotations and stretches.
- Your work stimulates the natural self-regulation powers of your patients.
- You adjust the pressure individually to the needs of those being treated.
- You observe their reactions and continuously adjust the treatment.
Working conditions
You work in complementary therapy practices or in wellness centers. You often visit your clients in their own homes.
Where to learn
- Shiatsu Gesellschaft SchweizEtzelmattstrasse 5, 5430 Wettingen
- OdA KomplementärTherapie (OdA KTC) NiklausKonrad-Strasse 18, 4500 Solothurn
Strengths
- Empathy & Communication
- Physical Fitness
- Precise Hand Control
- Comfort with Physical Contact
- School Leaving Certificate
Trade-offs
- Physical strain
- Emotional responsibility
- Independence
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