Certificate IV In Massage Therapy

Get hands-on while you learn massage therapy techniques

Our Massage Therapy course will teach you the practical skills and knowledge to work as a professional massage therapist in a variety of settings.

You’ll learn techniques like relaxation massage, Swedish massage, deep tissue massage and therapeutic massage. Learning a range of massage techniques will enable you to work with various clients and positively impact their wellbeing.

Assess and treat real members of the public under guidance of our experienced clinic supervision team in our Student Massage Clinic.

Once successfully completed, you’ll be qualified to perform relaxation massage and register with professional associations. You may find employment as a therapist at a day spa, health resort or multidisciplinary clinic.

TIMETABLE:
Two days per week: Mondays and Wednesdays (times will vary based on the term).

You’ll complete 80 hours of supervised practical placement in our Massage Clinic working on real clients.
These hours are a fixed component and timetabled into the course.

All practical and clinical content is delivered on campus.

This courses include practical placement, is nationally recognised by professional associations and peak bodies, allowing you to register as a Massage Therapy provider.

 

Course code

HLT42015

Delivery location

Frankston

International

Not available for International students

Length

Full Time, 34 weeks.

Start dates

23 January (orientation). February, July

• Read more about this course

  The Certificate IV in Massage Therapy course will teach you:
  
  - anatomy and physiology
  - client assessment techniques to identify the needs and goals of your client
  - the types of employment opportunities and how to start your own business
  - workplace health and safety and infection control
  - how to engage with the health system and communication practices
  - professional and reflective practice.
  
  Our educators are experts in massage. They’ll guide you through the theoretical and practical components of the course. Once successfully completed, your Certificate IV in Massage can be recognised as credit to the Diploma of Remedial Massage.
  
  We’re one of the largest TAFE providers in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying with us.
  
  Our team will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
  So why wait? Enquire now.

• Study units

  Unit code	Unit Description
  CHCPRP005	Engage with health professionals and the health system
  CHCPRP003	Reflect on and improve own professional practice
  BSBSMB404	Undertake small business planning
  HLTMSG001	Develop massage practice
  CHCCOM006	Establish and manage client relationships
  CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people.
  HLTAAP002	Confirm physical health status
  HLTINF004	Manage the prevention and control of infection
  HLTAID003	Provide first aid
  HLTWHS004	Manage work health and safety
  HLTMSG002	Assess client massage needs
  HLTMSG004	Provide massage treatments
  CHCLEG003	Manage legal and ethical compliance

• Career pathways

  Nationally recognised training	Certificate IV In Massage Therapy	Diploma Of Remedial Massage
  Possible job outcome	massage therapist	sports massage therapist remedial massage therapist massage therapist

• Skills recognition

  Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

  Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

  Find out about advanced standing for graduate certificate, graduate diploma and bachelor degree courses.

• Admission requirements

  All applicants must be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement and complete the Basic Knowledge Skills Builder (BKSB) assessment and meet Exit level 3 (working at level 4) for both literacy and numeracy., Applicants must also attend an interview., Please note: All students need to obtain a clear volunteer Working with Children Check prior to undertaking work placement. Students who are unable to complete work placement, will be unable to successfully complete the requirements of the course.

• Fees

  Fees

  Indicative course fees
  	Student eligible for government-subsidised training Course fees for students eligible for Skills First funding		Full fee paying Fees for a student not eligible for Skills First funding or concession.
  	Concession Fees for student eligible for Skills First funding and concession.	Non-concession Fees for a non-concession student eligible for Skills First funding.
  Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$758.52	$3792.60	$10565.10
  Total course materials and associated fees (GST inc)	$130.00	$130.00	$130.00
  Student Services fee (GST inc and maximum payable each year)	$135	$270	$270
  Payable	$1023.52	$4192.60	$10965.10

  *The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances.  Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment. Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.

• Help with fees

  Payment plans

  At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

  Scholarships

  Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

  Government-subsidised training

  Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.