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This is NOT a free course. Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding for eligible applicants.
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Study in Geelong – this program requires two days per week of on-campus learning.
Course Overview
The HLT52021 Diploma of Remedial Massage will give you a high level of understanding of anatomy and physiology, equipping you to assess and treat clients physically.
In addition, you will learn how to grow your relationship-building skills for successful interaction with clients and other healthcare practitioners.
Upon graduating, you will use your skills and knowledge to offer advanced manual treatment for those suffering from sports or work-related injuries.
The course is offered in small learning workshops, allowing students to interact with clients, assess their needs and interpret the results to decide on the best treatment to restore healthy joints and muscle function.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
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Elite Sporting Clubs
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Multidisciplinary Health Practice
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Health Retreats/Resorts & Cruise Ships
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Small Business (Massage Clinic Owner)
Recognition
Study Method
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations
- Victoria
Duration Study Load
12 months
Delivery
The course is delivered over 12 months full-time following a weekly schedule of:
2 days of classroom-based training and assessment
1 day of online training and assessment
Students can also expect self-directed studies and practical practice on the remaining days of the week to reinforce skills.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however students must successfully complete the following:
VFA Learning Pre-Training Review – to determine if this course is suitable
Language, Literacy and Numeracy Test and Digital course ready test (LLND) – to determine if the student meets the required level for skills in reading, writing, oral communication, mathematics, and digital literacy.
Work Placement
Students undertake clinical hours at VFA Learning Clinic. These hours are completed under the direct supervision of our qualified and industry current trainers, providing students with the opportunity to develop clinical skills in patient assessment and management. Students are required to complete a total of 200 practical hours:
40 hours of Relaxation Massage
100 hours of Remedial Massage Treatments
60 hours Additional Clinical Hours
Subjects
About VFA Learning
VFA Learning has delivered quality, nationally recognised qualifications across nursing, aged care, fitness, massage and early childhood education for more than 25 years.
At VFA Learning, we believe that the hallmarks of an excellent education are knowledge, preparation and experience. We have strong completion rates, and most of our graduates seek job or university placements after completing a course with us. We believe education is one of the keys to a better life.
VFA Learning is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #22360).
