Course Duration: 10 weeks full-time 22 or 30 weeks part-time Location: Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast Study Options  Full-time on-campus, Part-time on-campus, Part-time Distance Eduction

The Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice (HLT40307) is an entry level qualification to the massage industry. The corner stone of the program is the theoretical and practical information necessary to giving your clients a full body Swedish Massage incorporating neuromuscular and sports techniques as required. Massage involves treating the soft tissues of the body, and has many proven health benefits. These include: improving circulation, relieving pain, reducing stress and anxiety, assisting recovery from injury. aiding sleep and relaxation, and enhancing flexibility. Massage therapy can have an enormously positive impact on a person’s musculoskeletal health and their general well-being.

The Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice consists of 8 subjects:

HLT 40307 Practical Components • Swedish Massage • Trigger Point Therapy • Sports Massage • Thermotherapy • Lymphatic Massage • Seated Massage • Pregnancy Massage • Special Needs Massage • Case Studies • Clinical Experience HLT 40307 Theory Components • Anatomy & Physiology • Massage History & Origins • Client Record Keeping • Designing a Safe & Effective      Massage Environment • Building & Running a Successful   Massage Business • Legal Considerations • Professional Communication • Planning for Success • Indications & Contraindication for Massage

1. Foundations of Massage This subject is designed to prepare students for a career in the Massage Industry by covering; communication, goal setting, scope of practice, medical terminology, client screening, record keeping, ethics, legal considerations, occupational health and safety and symptomology of common contraindications and indications. Students also learn how to adapt the massage treatment plan for special populations such as; aged, disabled and pregnant clients.  2. Massage Business This subject focuses on how to build and run a successful massage business. Students learn about establishing a business, marketing, professional communication, customer service, leadership, and running a successful practice.  3. Human Anatomy and Physiology This subject provides an introductory overview of the structure and function of the human body. Students learn about cells and tissues, the 11 major systems of the body and their integration and control, nutrition and energy sources, and the concept of homeostasis. (Integumentary, Skeletal, Muscular, Nervous, Endocrine, Cardiovascular, Lymphatic, Respiratory, Digestive, Renal and Reproductive) * Please note: students must have a current Senior First Aid course before they can graduate from the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice. Students who enrol in the full Diploma program (Certificate IV and Diploma combined) have their First Aid training and Certificate included as part of their pac

4. Musculoskeletal Anatomy This subject covers the skeleton, major bony landmarks, and the major muscles of the human body. Students gain a thorough understanding of skeletal including the origin, insertion and action of 63 major muscles.   5. Relaxation Massage (Swedish) Students gain a thorough understanding of the theory and practical skills required to perform a full body Swedish massage. Corporate seated massage is also covered. 6. Neuromuscular Techniques This subject instructs students in the use of neuromuscular techniques to treat and manage myofacial trigger points, which are a common cause of pain and musculoskeletal dysfunction.  Covers referral patterns for 48 major muscles and common problems. 7. Sports Massage Students learn how to adapt massage techniques specifically for the treatment of athletes. Topics include common injuries, injury prevention, thermal and cryo therapies, passive and active stretching of 12 muscles and performance optimisation.  8. Massage Clinic This is the capstone experience of the course, involving the students planning, marketing and running a 2 week public clinic. It also provides students with an opportunity to start building their own client base.

Upon satisfactory completion of Subjects you will achieve the following Units of Competency.

Specialisations
Course Code	Course Description
HLTREM401B	Work within a massage framework
HLTREM406B	Provide massage treatment
HLTREM407B	Plan massage treatment
HLTREM409B	Apply massage assessment framework
HLTCOM408B	Perform massage health assessment