HLT50307 Diploma of Remedial Massage        

HLT50307 Diploma of Remedial Massage Course Prerequisite: Completion of HLT40307 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice Course Duration: 10 weeks full-time or 22 - 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 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.  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 the course allows our students to gain full membership with associations such as the Australian Association of Massage Therapists (AAMT). 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, students also study the following subjects:

1. Remedial Massage 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 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 Assessment Students 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 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 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 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 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 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.   7. Remedial Massage Clinic This is the capstone experience of the course. 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 the program to build a personal client base and start earning income straight away.

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

*Elective units are pre-selected from a list in the health training package and written into the course, as such they require compulsory attendance and completion.