ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN MUSCLE TESTING
Learn how to confidently and professionally use muscle testing as a biofeedback tool within your existing modality, practice or client sessions. Differentiate your skill-set with a truly empowering tool that enables you to tap into the wisdom of the body and take a body-led approach to understanding more about the drivers that underpin the experience of your clients.
Across the two days, you will learn not only how to muscle test, but how to understand what the body is communicating through changes in muscle response.
This accredited 2-day training is highly practical and hands-on with plenty of time for demonstration, practice, feedback and integration – delivered by experienced kinesiology instructor, Wendy Cramer.


WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE
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Two days of learning professional-level kinesiology muscle testing techniques.
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Follow along using our comprehensive training manual with easy to understand processes, protocols and templates.
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Learn and practice simple to advanced muscle testing techniques on others as well as yourself.
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Watch and experience all techniques demonstrated clearly by your instructor, before being stepped through each process yourself.
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You'll enjoy an intimate and nurturing learning environment, as classes are kept small.
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By attending the training and completing the required assessments you'll receive a Certificate in Advanced Muscle Testing, fully accredited with the IICT under the modality Muscle Testing.
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This course is ideal for practitioners, therapists and wellness professionals who want to add professional muscle testing skills to their work, including those in natural therapies, naturopathy, holistic health, bodywork, coaching, nutrition, counselling, energy work, or complementary health.
COURSE CONTENT - WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
In this training, you will experience one of the most comprehensive practical foundations in muscle testing, including:
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How muscle testing works as a biofeedback tool
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How to test using two different indicator muscles
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How to recognise and interpret different muscle responses
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How to establish an accurate indicator muscle
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Muscle testing pre-checks to support accuracy and consistency
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Bioindividuality and how to set clear context when testing
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How to use circuit locating within muscle testing
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Muscle testing finger modes
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Muscle testing with body scanning
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Muscle testing with scan charts and lists
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Muscle testing underlying emotions
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Muscle testing life domains
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Muscle testing with test kits and vials
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Food testing with muscle testing
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Self muscle testing
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Surrogate muscle testing, including in-person and online/remote applications
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How to integrate muscle testing into your existing practice or modality
ACCREDITATION AND INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION
Thrive Kinesiology Institute – through Founder Wendy Cramer – has been providing accredited Kinesiology training to students since 2022. Thrive is a Premier Training Provider with the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT) - a multi-disciplinary accreditation and association body for natural therapies in Australia and worldwide. The Advanced Certificate in Muscle Testing is formally recognised by the IICT under the modality of Muscle Testing.


NEED TO KNOW - AT A GLANCE!
NEXT COURSE DATES
14-15 November (Sydney)
INVESTMENT
$777
LOCATION
Thrive Kinesiology Institute
94 Pacific Highway
Roseville, Sydney
DURATION
16 hours
CPE
This course will qualify you for 16 CPE points
INSTRUCTOR
Wendy Cramer
Accredited Kinesiology Instructor and Practitioner
Class sizes are limited, so enrol early to avoid disappointment!
YOUR TEACHER
Wendy Cramer – accredited kinesiology practitioner and instructor
I’m passionate about sharing kinesiology and muscle testing in a way that is grounded, ethical, and deeply respectful of each person’s journey.
My own path into this modality began through personal healing, and that experience continues to shape how I teach and support others. It’s why I place such importance on learning that feels safe and genuinely supportive.
I believe that meaningful learning happens when students are guided to real understanding and embodiment, not just information.
My approach brings together life experience, emotional awareness, practical application – and fun! – supporting students to develop confidence, clarity and enjoyment in their work.
Whether you’re exploring kinesiology for personal growth or training to practise professionally, you’ll be supported every step of the way.
I teach from experience, drawing on real world examples from my work in clinic. This means a strong focus on practical learning, real-world application, and creating a safe, encouraging environment.

STUDENT FEEDBACK ON LEARNING WITH WENDY
Roe, Sydney
“Wendy is such an amazing educator. She feels like home - loving, welcoming and patient. If you want to learn how to believe in yourself, see Wendy!”
Kiren, Canberra
“Insightful, fun and eye opening. The teaching was clear and Wendy was very patient with answering questions and demonstrating processes.”
Tashinka, Sydney
“Wendy is a great facilitator. She creates a safe, positive and interactive learning environment. Her passion for kinesiology is infectious and the course work is in-depth and fascinating.”

