The Diploma of Remedial Massage (HLT50307) is a high level qualification in the Massage Industry, with the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice (HTL40307) as a mandatory pre-requisite.

A key differentiating feature of our Diploma of Remedial Massage course is that it includes extensive orthopaedic testing and mobilisation techniques for the whole body.

The on-line Remedial Diploma course is a HYBRID course where the theory components are taught on-line but a significant portion of the practical components and all of the student clinic requirements are presented live by our course coaches in a Support Centre / Campus.

The Diploma represents a significant and exciting step up from the Certificate IV program in the level of understanding and application of functional anatomy. The focus is on identifying and then treating musculoskeletal dysfunctions.

This qualification opens many more doors in the health industry, and successful completion of our on-line remedial massage course allow our students to gain full membership with industry associations such as the Australian Association of Massage Therapists (AAMT).

This is because the Hybrid nature ensures we can verify that the on-line students have undergone the same live practical coaching and assessments as well as clinic under the supervision of our course coaches, just like our on-campus students receive.

This means the practitioner can apply for health provider status, thus allowing their clients to claim a rebate from their private health fund for the treatment received.

In addition to those topics covered in the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice,
Remedial Students also study the following subjects in our Remedial Massage courses (on-campus or on-line):

1. Remedial Massage Courses - Essentials
The What, How, and Why of Remedial Therapy. you will learn the foundation knowledge required to understand assessment and practice.

Includes:

Introduction to Remedial Massage Courses
Introduces you to the philosophy and principles of remedial massage. Key topics include; benefits of remedial massage, scope of practice, causes of musculoskeletal dysfunction, sensory receptors and reflexes, pathophysiology, stress and adaptation syndromes, record keeping, indications and contraindications, and managing the recovery process.

Musculoskeletal (Postural) Assessment
You will learn how to conduct a postural assessment, general musculoskeletal screen, and functional screen in order to assess the client for general musculoskeletal dysfunction.

Remedial Massage Courses - Techniques
You will learn commonly used remedial massage techniques including myofascial release (also known as deep tissue massage), neuromuscular , positional release , muscle energy , mobilisations and therapeutic exercise.

2. Remedial Massage Courses - Practice of the Spine and Neck
This subject covers the functional anatomy (bones, boney landmarks, joints, joint kinematics, connective tissue and musculature) of the vertebral column. Students learn how to asses, test and treat the vertebral column using over 23techniques ranging from Orthopaedic testing and Special test to Myofascial Release and Mobilisations. These techniques will prepare students to treat clients with musculoskeletal conditions and dysfunctions of the neck, 26 specific diseases and conditions are covered.

3. Remedial Massage Courses -Practice of the Thorax, Low Back and Pelvis
This subject covers the functional anatomy (bones, boney landmarks, joints, joint kinematics, connective tissue and musculature) of the thorax, low back and pelvis. Students learn how to asses, test and treat the thorax, low back and pelvis using over 50 techniques. These techniques will prepare students to treat clients with musculoskeletal conditions and dysfunctions of the thorax, lower back and pelvis, 51 specific diseases and conditions are covered.

4. Remedial Massage Courses -Practice of the Hip, Leg and Foot
This subject covers the functional anatomy (bones, boney landmarks, joints, joint kinematics, connective tissue and musculature) of the hip, leg and foot. Students learn how to asses, test and treat hip, leg and foot using 84 techniques. These techniques will prepare students to treat clients with musculoskeletal conditions and dysfunctions are of the hip, leg and foot. 58 specific diseases and conditions are covered.

5. Remedial Massage Courses -Practice of the Shoulder, Arm and Hand
This subject covers the functional anatomy (bones, boney landmarks, joints, joint kinematics, connective tissue and musculature) of the shoulder, arm and hand. Students learn how to asses, test and treat the shoulder, arm and hand using 46 different techniques. These techniques will prepare students to treat clients suffering from musculoskeletal conditions and dysfunctions of the shoulder, arm and hand. Students will also learn a number of therapeutic exercises they can give to clients to assist in recovery. There are over 57 specific diseases and conditions covered.

6. Remedial Massage Courses -Clinic
This is the capstone experience of our remedial massage courses (both on-campus and on-line). Students plan, market and run a 2 week public clinic within the college's established facility. An opportunity to practice remedial massage techniques and implement the skills learned throughout our remedial massage courses programs to build a personal client base and start earning income straight away.