HLT50307
Nationally Recognised Training
The Diploma of Remedial Massage is designed to enable the student to perform individual treatments for specific conditions. It encompasses Western philosophies coupled with Oriental & Eastern principles (relating to meridians and pressure points), manual lymphatic drainage and other approaches. Particular attention is paid to the lymphatic and circulatory systems.
As a student studying the Diploma of Remedial Massage, you will be taught how to combine specialised techniques and apply rhythmic pressure over areas which relieve stress, muscular and nervous tension, improve circulation and assist in promoting harmony and balance within the body, mind and spirit of your clients.
This course provides the student with an insight into specialised massage technique and how they can be performed competently and with confidence. Graduate will be able to provide remedial massage treatment to clients with specific needs such as injury management, rehabilitation, palliative care, aged care, women and children.
- Full-time/Part-time course and flexible learning with a combination of practical and distance learning units available
- Theory classes and practical classes
- Student clinic which allows students to gain practical experience
- Study requirements of a minimum of 8 hours per week of private study
- Minimum Certificate IV in Massage
- Social maturity and mature presentation are requirements
Entry requirements
To gain entry into this qualification, candidates must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency from the Certificate IV in Massage:
BSBWOR203A Work effectively with others
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTCOM404C Communicate effectively with clients
HLTCOM406C Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
HLTCOM408C Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
HLTREM401C Work within a massage framework
HLTREM406C Provide massage treatment
HLTREM407C Plan massage treatment
HLTREM408C Apply massage assessment framework
HLTREM409C Perform massage health assessment
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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 units offered in this course. |
Course Outline | 14 units of competency are required for award of this qualification, including: | | Core units
Common units CHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practice HLTAP501B Analyse health information (Note pre-requ: HLTAP401B) HLTCOM502C Develop professional expertise HLTCOM503C Manage a practice HLTHIR501B Maintain an effective health work environment HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
Specialisation units
HLTREM502C Provide remedial massage treatment HLTREM503C Plan remedial massage treatment strategy HLTREM504C Apply remedial massage assessment framework HLTREM505C Perform remedial massage health assessment
Elective units
HLTREM511B Provide remedial massage treatment for women and children HLTREM512B Provide remedial massage treatments within a corporate setting HLTREM513B Provide remedial massage treatment to athletes
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Elective units may be selected from the Health and /or Community Services and or other relevant Training Packages at Diploma level or higher.
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.
Student clinic 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.
| Course starts | : 27 February 2012 |
| Duration | : 18 Months |
Student Requirements
- Student Kits - Towel Kits (2bath sheets, 4large, 2bath) estd $100-$200
- Recommended Textbook estd $300-$750
- School T-Shirt $38.50
- First Aid Certificate to be current at commencement of student clinic
Professional Recognition
Graduates are eligible for membership with the Australian Association of Massage Therapists (AAMT), Association fo Massage Therapists (AMT) and the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS).
Career Prospects
Graduate will be able to provide remedial massage treatment to clients with specific needs such as injury management, rehabilitation, palliative care, aged care, women and children. Practitioners may supervise other massage therapists. Practitioners may be self-employed as independent practitioners or may work within a larger health service.
Students who hold other 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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