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Study a HLT42021 - Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
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Not Just From a Textbook
Are you looking to get started in a new and exciting career? Study a HLT42021 – Certificate IV in Masasge Therapy where you’ll learn from experienced trainers with real industry experience and not just from a textbook!
This course offers the perfect blend of practical and theory coursework with an onsite student clinic.
See where a career in the massage therapy world could take you.
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HLT42021 - Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
Overview
This qualification reflects the role of massage therapists who provide general health maintenance treatments. It does not reflect the role of a remedial massage therapist. Therapists may be self-employed or work within a larger health service.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 80 hours of work in a simulated clinical environment as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competence.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, however all applicants will be required to complete a Language, Literacy & Numeracy assessment as part of the enrolment process.
What You'll Learn
To successfully complete this course, you will need to complete 10 core units and 3 elective units.
| Health Science Subject | Subject Description |
|---|---|
| Body Organisation |
– Understand the basic general structure of the human body at both microscopic and gross levels. – Describe regions of the body using elementary anatomical terms. |
| Musculoskeletal Anatomy |
– Recognize the roles of bones, joints, and muscles in human movement. – Develop motivation for further learning in anatomy and kinesiology. – Relate theoretical anatomy to clinical massage, identifying all structures palpated during massage. |
| Systemic Anatomy & Physiology |
– Understand the physiological roles of each body system and their anatomical structures. – Relate physiology to remedial massage practice and overall health maintenance. |
| Massage & Massage Principles |
– Become a skilled massage therapist. – Master full-body treatment techniques using proper posture. – Understand contraindications for safe and effective therapy. |
| Massage Assessment & Treatment |
– Apply massage skills in real-world scenarios. – Customize techniques to meet individual client needs and promote healing. |
| Oriental Massage | – Learn traditional Chinese massage techniques to relieve common musculoskeletal issues. |
| Reflexology for Relaxation | – Use reflex points on the feet and hands to relax and treat the body. |
| Chronic Diseases | – Gain skills and knowledge to support individuals with chronic diseases using a holistic care approach. |
| Communication, Legal and Diversity |
– Understand effective communication and legal principles in massage practice. – Focus on engaging with people with disabilities and from diverse cultural or linguistic backgrounds. |
