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        1.- Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice
        HLT40307 CRICOS 072048K
        Course Length : 25 study wks 
        Course Fee : $3,500.00

        BSBWOR203A Work effectively with others
        HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status 
        HLTCOM404C Communicate effectively with clients 
        HLTCOM405C Administer a Practice
        HLTCOM406C Make referrals to other health care professionals when a
        ppropriate
        HLTCOM408C Use specific health terminology to communicate 
        HLTFA301C Apply first aid 
        HLTHIR301B Communicate and work effectively in health 
        HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work
        HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes 
        HLTREM401C Work within a massage framework 
        HLTREM406C Provide massage treatment 
        HLTREM407C Plan massage treatment 
        HLTREM408C Apply massage assessment framework 
        HLTREM409C Perform massage health assessment
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        These  course provides graduates with the knowledge and expertise to build a solid and comprehensive pathway into a professional massage career.
            Upon successful completion employment options may include: a private practice with provision for health fund rebates, working with other health care professionals in a professional setting - chiropractors, physiotherapists, naturopaths and beauty therapists and working in health retreats, International hotels, day spas, resorts and beauty salons.


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        Students will:
        • •   Communicate effectively with clients and other health care professionals using specific health and medical terminology.
        • •   Learning to assess clients massage needs, plan and conduct a remedial massage with sound knowledge of function, pathology, physiology and anatomy.
        • •   Acquire a wide range of soft tissue massage techniques.
        • •   Work ethically and safely in health care and wellness environments.
        • •   Learn all legal requirements, occupational health and safety requirements and record keeping essential for working in the massage industry.
        • •   Give accurate information and home care advice to enhance patient health and well being.
        • •   Build leadership, marketing and customer service skills required to run a successful massage therapy practice for self employment. 
        • •   Provide remedial massage treatments within a corporate setting.
        • •   Provide remedial massage to athletes.  
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        Specialization units will allow students to adapt and perform treatments to clients of a broader range of populations. This course with the Certificate IV pre-requisites includes the following:
        • •   Deep tissue massage                          
        • •   Corporate (seated) massage
        • •   Trigger point massage                          
        • •   Sports massage
        • •   Pregnancy massage                               
        • •   Facilitated stretching
        • •   Lymphatic drainage.                               
        • •   Remedial massage
        • •   Myofascial release                                 
        • •   Aged care massage
        • •   Swedish (relaxation) massage       
        • •   Reflexology                                           
        • •   Aromather
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        The 40 week duration consists of 4 x 10 week terms.
        Term 1 Jan-April, Term, 2 April-July, Term 3 July-Sept, Term4 Sept-November. 
        Not included in the 40 weeks duration are holiday periods between terms. Holiday periods are as follows:
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          •                 End of term 1 – 1 week holiday

          •                 End of term 2 – 2 weeks holiday
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          •                 End of term 3 – 1 week holiday

              •  End of term 4 – end of year break approx 7 weeks break.


        We offer up to nine intakes per year 
        This qualification is assessed by practical, written, role plays, assignments and massage clinic. Upon successful completion of the total 40 week study program 
        this qualification students will be eligible for a HLT50307 Diploma of Remedial Massage.


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        International student entry requirements for this course
        It's a requirement for enrolment (and for the grant of a student visa) that international students establish their English language proficiency. How you can do this depends on your passport and Education Sector, which determine your Assessment Level. Some levels can use the ACIT test (80% or above, only available at ACIT) to establish their competence. Other levels need IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (or higher) or certified proof of successful Foundation, Certificate IV or higher studies. For details, please see 
        http://www.immi.gov.au/students/students/chooser/ and contact the college.

        Documentation produced for evidence of satisfactory English must be a recognised course or assessment.
        (Courses will run subject to minimum numbers)

        International students must be 18 years of age and over.


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        2.-Diploma of Remedial Massage
        HLT50307 CRICOS 072047M
        (Note: Certificate IV is a pre-requisite for Diploma)
        Course length: 15 study weeks plus holidays   
        Course Fee: $2,500.00
        No application, Materials or other Fees (except OSHC)
        Course Progress Based, Flexible start dates

        CHCORG428A Reflect and improve upon professional practice
        HLTAP501B Analyse health information
        HLTCOM502C Develop professional expertise 
        HLTCOM503C Manage a practice 
        HLTHIR501B Maintain an effective health work environment 
        HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements
        HLTREM502C Provide remedial massage treatment
        HLTREM503C Plan remedial massage treatment strategy 
        HLTREM504C Apply remedial massage assessment framework
         HLTREM505C Perform remedial massage health assessment
        HLTREM510B Provide specialised remedial massage treatments
        HLTREM512B Provide remedial massage treatments within a corporate setting
        HLTREM513B Provide remedial massage treatment to athletes
        CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people
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        Phone (07) 5526 3222 Fax (07) 5526 3233 Email: info@acit.com.au 18 Rawlins Street, Southport QLD 4215 Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia POSTAL ADDRESS: PO Box 2585 Southport BC QLD 4215 Australia CRICOS Provider No. 00598J