HLT40307
Nationally Recognised Training
Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice has been designed to enable the student to perform individual routines for specific conditions, and to prepare the student to develop a standard of professionalism essential to a successful massage practice. The student is taught how to carry out a standard full body massage, including neck, shoulder, and scalp massage.
The form of massage which is taught comprises conventional massage techniques which affect the superficial soft tissue of the skin and its surrounding structures. These techniques taught and performed include a variety of manual application such as stroking, effleurage, petrissage, friction, percussion and vibrational movements, stretching, compression, muscle grouping and joint movements.
- Full-time/Part-time course and flexible learning with a combination of practical and distance learning units available
- Theory classes and practical classes
- Internship which allows students to gain practical experience
- Study requirements of a minimum of 8 hours per week of private study
- Minimum of year 12 literacy and numeracy standards
- Social maturity and mature presentation are requirements
- In addition, you must be able to demonstrate that you have reached an English level equivalent to IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL 500 (for international student)
Applicants without the requisite qualifications but with demonstrable knowledge and relevant experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered individually.
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| Units from the Accredited National Health Training Package for the Diploma level are covered in the syllabus. The following is an outline of subjects offered in this course. |
Course Outline | 15 competency units made up of 15 compulsory units comprising 10 common units and 5 specialisation units as follow:
| Unit of competency covers:
| The AAOWT subjects include:
| | | | | - Communicate And Work Effectively In Health
- Make Referrals To Other Health Care
Professionals When Appropriate
| | - Contribute To OHS Processes
| - Occupational Health and Safety
| - Comply With Infection Control Policies And
Procedures in Health Work
| | - Confirm Physical Health Status
| | - Use Specific Health Terminology To
Communicate Effectively
| | - Work Within A Massage Framework
- Plan Massage Treatment
| | - Apply Massage Assessment Framework
- Perform Massage Health Assessment
| | - Perform Massage Health Assessment
- Provide Massage Treatment
| | | - First Aid Course (external)
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AAOWT reserves the right in accordance with the Australian Quality Training Framework guidelines, to update and/or alter the units offered to ensure valid and current qualifications.
Internship which allows students to gain practical experience is an integral component of training and must be fully completed and verified to gain competency.
Opportunity to Qualify in ITEC International Diplomas
ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage and ITEC Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology
| Intakes | On going |
| Duration | 6-9 Months, Full-time or 12-15 Months, Part-time |
Student Requirements (Extra)
Clinic Practice ....................................................................................................... Estimated 70 hours
Student Kits ............................................................ Textbooks, Towels & Bed Cover, Gown & Robe
First Aid Certificate .................................................................. To be current at completion of course
Uniform ................................................................................ May be ordered at the time of enrolment
Professional Recognition
Graduates are eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Massage Therapists (AAMT), Association of Massage Therapists (AMT) and the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS).
Career Prospects
Graduate will be able to provide basic massage treatment within a therapeutic relaxation framework. You will be able to provide basic health assessment and treatment in a clinic, aged care facility, a health service, a spa facility or a palliative cre facility or hospital. Career opportunities are numerous.
Students who hold other Health Training Package qualifications with relevant units of competency may apply for Recognised Prior Learning. RPL application must be made on enrolment or at least four weeks before the course begins. Please speak to our Education Manager for further information.
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