- HLT40307 - HLT 50307
Certificate IV in Massage is a three months
program.
The Diploma is a six months program.
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The following include the course subjects outline
as well as competencies outcome list for each qualification
as per the Department of Vocational Education and
Training National Health Training Package
- HLT40307
- Massage 1
- Massage 2
- Communication 1
- Shiatsu
- Business Practice
- Clinic 1
- Aromatherapy
- Anatomy and Physiology 1
SUBJECT OUTLINE
Massage 1 - The student will be taken through
all the relaxation and Swedish massage techniques, At
the end of this module the student will be able to
perform a full body relaxation massage including head
and feet.
Massage 2 - The student will learn how to work
within organisational guidelines and industry
standards to obtain information on client physical
health status to enable them to perform a pre massage
assessment.
Aromatherapy This module gives the student a
basic overview of Aromatherapy. This module includes
theory and practical application of oils.
Shiatsu Learn the traditional Japanese point
therapy of Shiatsu. The student at completion of this
module will have the skills to perform a basic Shiatsu
therapy massage.
Communication 1 - This module will offer the
student techniques to enable them to communicate
effectively with clients and colleagues in a practice
environment and within the context of the health
industry.
Business - The student will be introduced to
information on business structure and various legal in
industry requirements. This subject includes
information on taxation, health fund rebates,
registration and insurance.
A&P 1 from Certificate IV, and A&P 2, & Muscular
Anatomy from the Diploma Provides an overview of
the muscles structure, organs and systems of the body.
The student will learn all the basic systems of the
human body so that they can assess the client before
applying a treatment.
Following are the competency units achieved upon
completion of the course:
| BSBCMN204A |
Work effectively with others |
| HLTCOM404B |
Communicate effectively with clients |
| HLTCOM405B |
Administer a practice |
| HLTCOM406B |
Make referrals to other health care
professionals when appropriate |
| HLTCOM408B |
Use specific health terminology to communicate
effectively |
| HLTFA301B |
Apply first aid |
| HLTHIR301A |
Communicate and work effectively in health |
| HLT0HS300A |
Contribute to OHS processes |
| HLTIN301A |
Comply with infection control policies and
procedures in health work |
| HLTAP401A |
Confirm physical health status |
| HLTREM401B |
Work within a massage framework |
| HLTREM406B |
Provide massage treatment |
| HLTREM407B |
Plan massage treatment |
| HLTREM408B |
Apply massage assessment framework |
| HLTREM409B |
Perform massage health assessment |
- HLT 50307
Include all Certificate IV in Massage subjects +
- Remedial Massage 1
- Remedial Massage 2
- Deep Tissue
- Cross Fibre Mobilisation
- Lymphatic Drainage
- Clinic 2
- Anatomy & Physiology 2
- Muscular Anatomy
- Communication 2
SUBJECT OUTLINE
Remedial Massage 1 This module provides the
students with the practical skills of muscle testing
and the anatomical structure of the muscles. The
student will be able to assess, treat or refer a
client with an injury after completion of this unit.
Remedial Massage 2 - This module offers the
student information on specialized massage techniques
for treatment of corporate clients, athletes, women,
men, and children.
Cross Fibre Mobilisation The student will
learn to manipulate muscles in a gentle rolling
manner. The treated area is then left alone to
assimilate and react to this change. This is a more
gentle technique used for specific injuries.
Deep Tissue The student will learn the
principles of sports massage, PNF stretches and the
application of heat. The student will also learn the
invaluable technique of Rest, Ice, Compress and
Elevate commonly know as RICE.
Lymphatic Provides theory and practical
skills to perform a lymphatic drainage massage.
Students will learn the benefits of they style of
massage especially in the help of toxin release, and
fluid retention.
Communication 2 - This module offers the
student information on reflection of professional
practice including ethics, culture, and knowledge of
human anatomy and physiology to develop an effective
client centered health option plan.
Clinic 1 and 2 Offer the student with the
opportunity to provide massage treatments in a
workplace setting.
Following are the competency units achieved upon
completion of the course:
The certificate IV subjects with the exception of
HLTCOM405B are pre-requisites for this qualification
plus: -
| HLTCOM502B |
Develop professional expertise |
| HLTCOM503B |
Manage a practice |
| CHCORG28A |
Reflect and improve upon
professional practice |
| HLTHIR506B |
Implement and monitor compliance
with legal and ethical requirements |
| HLTAT501A |
Maintain an effective health work
environment |
| HLTREM502B |
Provide remedial massage treatment |
| HLTREM504B |
Apply remedial massage assessment
framework |
| HLTREM505B |
Perform remedial massage health
assessment |
| HLTREM510A |
Provide specialized remedial
massage treatments |
| HLTREM512A |
Provide remedial massage
treatments within a corporate setting |
| HLTREM413A |
Provide remedial massage treatment
to athletes |
| HLTREM511A |
Provide remedial massage treatment
for women and children |
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