Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Discontinued: This course has no new intake. This information is provided for continuing students
The Diploma includes remedial massage techniques with particular emphasis on human anatomy, orthopedic assessment, biomechanics, sports injury management and clinical placement.
Course Description:
You will learn a variety of remedial massage techniques to help clients in pain or with muscle and soft tissue problems. These techniques will include trigger point therapy, myofascial release, cross tendon technique, active and positional releases, muscle energy technique and manual lymphatic drainage. You will also study human anatomy, orthopaedic assessment, biomechanics and exercise physiology and choose electives in sport injury management, massage for people with disabilities or in palliative care. Mentored clinical placement and supervised on-campus clinics are structured within the course to increase your treatment skills prior to graduation. On completion of the course you will be eligible to gain WorkCover registration and treat clients seeking private health fund rebates.
Aims & Objectives:
This course will build on the skills you gained at Certificate IV level and prepare you to work as a competent Remedial Massage Therapist. You will learn to assess a client's massage needs and plan and conduct a remedial massage treatment based on knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology, using a wide range of soft tissue massage techniques. You will learn to work safely and ethically in health care and wellness environments, to communicate effectively with clients and other health care workers, and to operate your own massage practice.
Course Structure:
14 units of competency are required for completion of this qualification, including 11 core units and three elective units.
Units of Study:
Core unitsCHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practiceHLTAP501B Analyse health informationHLTCOM502C Develop professional expertiseHLTCOM503C Manage a practiceHLTHIR501B Maintain an effective health environmentHLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirementsHLTREM502C Provide remedial massage treatmentHLTREM503C Plan remedial massage treatment strategyHLTREM504C Apply remedial massage assessment frameworkHLTREM505C Perform remedial massage health assessmentHLTREM510B Provide specialised remedial massage treatments Elective unitsCHCDIS301B Work effectively with people with a disabilityHLTCOM509B Provide services for people with a life challenging illnessHLTREF501B Work within a reflexology frameworkHLTREM513B Provide remedial massage treatment to athletesHLTTCM503D Provide TCM remedial massage (An Mo Tui Na) treatment
Career Opportunities:
On completion of the Diploma you will be eligible to begin working as a Remedial Massage Therapist treating clients with injuries and soft tissue dysfunction, to gain WorkCover registration and a provider number for those seeking health fund rebate.
Professional recognition:
This qualification enables graduates to apply for Remedial Massage Therapist membership of the Australian Association of Massage Therapists (AAMT), Massage Assoctaion Australia (MAA) and Association of Massage Therapists (AMT). You can apply for a Workcover provider number and a provider number to treat clients seeking rebates from private health funds.
Entry Requirements:
Completion of the 14 pre-requisite units from the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice are required for entry into the Diploma of Remedial Massage. Applicants must have a Police Check prior to commencement of course.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Pathways (articulation):
An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways program, is in place at Swinburne. Through Pathways, students with one or more of a wide range of post-secondary qualifications (both local and international) can gain entry into a course with advanced standing. Certain subject requirements must be met and an acceptable standard of results achieved in order to gain admission and for maximum credit to be granted. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.Further details for students considering TAFE courses can be found on the RPL website.
Course Fees:
Details of the fee structure and TAFE course fees can be found at www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
Application Procedure:
Apply directly to Swinburne using our Direct Application Form.
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794)Email: study@swinburne.edu.au
