Diploma of Remedial Massage
Diploma of Remedial Massage
OVERVIEW The accredited Diploma of Remedial Massage equips you with the understanding needed to deliver a wide range of massage techniques enabling you to work as a skilled remedial massage therapist in the health and wellness industry. Learn about myofascial release, trigger point therapy, lymphatic and sports massage technique, and…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
OVERVIEW
The accredited Diploma of Remedial Massage equips you with the understanding needed to deliver a wide range of massage techniques enabling you to work as a skilled remedial massage therapist in the health and wellness industry.
Learn about myofascial release, trigger point therapy, lymphatic and sports massage technique, and perform and adapt remedial massage treatments. You will also learn how to do musculoskeletal assessments as well as analyse health information for tailored treatments.
TAFE NSW is the leading provider of education and training in Australia, with over 130 years of history. Our courses are designed in close consultation with industry, so you graduate with relevant, up-to-date skills and knowledge.
Work Placement Requirements:
To achieve this qualification, all students must have completed at least 200 hours of clinic work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency. This must include a minimum of 100 clients and is completed through the onsite clinics. If a student is working within the industry, they can log a maximum of 50 hours offsite within a clinic setting with the remaining 150 hours to be completed within the onsite clinics.
Students will be required to complete a logbook for record of the work placement so they can practice their skills and embed the knowledge they have learned during the course.
Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:
- Assess health needs and provide remedial massage treatments
- Monitor and evaluate remedial massage treatments
- Engage with the health system
- Provide first aid
- Build your experience and get practical skills in:
- Developing remedial massage practice
- Analysing and responding to patient health information
- Assessing individual remedial massage needs
- Managing work health and safety
- Engaging with the health system
Develop the qualities you need to get ahead in this industry:
- Strong communication skills
- Grow your understanding the concept of therapeutic relationships
- Good listening skills while asking appropriate questions
- Problem-solving skills
- Fundamental marketing and business skills
Remedial massage is a complementary health service that sits beside practices such as aromatherapy, kinesiology, reflexology and shiatsu.
Top priority skills for the sector are teamwork, communication, emotional intelligence, problem solving and self-management.
REQUIREMENTS
Academic Requirements:
Year 12 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
Academic IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL (iBT) 46 or equivalent
Or Completion of a TAFE NSW General English Program.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
With a reputation for providing high quality teaching and education, Technical and Further Education New South Wales (TAFE NSW) has over 40 locations across the state for international students to choose from. TAFE NSW is the biggest training and vocational education provider in Australia with over 3,800 international students studying at the institution each year. Located in picturesque New South Wales, with the world-renowned city of Sydney at its heart, students can study in a cosmopolitan and dynamic region.TAFE NSW offers students the opportunity to select from over 140 courses offered at various levels including certificate, diploma and degree. Further, students can pursue English language courses and pathway programmes that prepare them for enrolling in degree courses at Australian universities.Students at TAFE NSW benefit from highly qualified faculty and small class sizes that enable personalised attention. One-to-one training from academics is common place and contributes to the unique learning environment. TAFE NSW ensures that students are exposed to best practice and industry knowledge embedded in programmes, preparing them for the world of work after graduation.International students are well looked after with excellent support services and structures. This includes personal counselling, academic and career development, study skills programme and English language support. A comprehensive student orientation programme is also provided and students are encouraged to join the Student Association in order to have access to events and activities on campus. The International Students Office, with dedicated international student coordinators, looks after the welfare of international students, with everything from answering queries to helping students settle in to life on campus.RTO 90003HEPS PRV12049
