INTERNATIONAL

Diploma of Remedial Massage

CRICOS Code: 092418A
National Code: HLT52015

2023

Description

Take the next step in your career as a massage therapist by completing the Diploma of Remedial Massage. In this course you will learn the skills and knowledge to provide safe and appropriate recommendations and treatments to improve function of body systems and to modify treatments accordingly to work with specific populations across the life span. You will learn to conduct a thorough client consultation, work with and refer to other professionals in allied health and medical environments and demonstrate professional practice within the scope of practice and the parameters of legal and ethical requirements. To obtain a private fund provider number (through an association) you must complete the Diploma of Remedial Massage Therapy.

Duration (incl. holidays)

Semester(s)

Teaching Duration

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52 weeks

40 weeks

International Applications

Campus / Location

Study Mode

Contact Hours

Study Load

Commences

Scheduled

Adelaide City

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.

20 hours per week

Full Time

July

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On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.

Full Time

Full Time classes

Day Classes

Day time classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes

Course Admission Requirements
(for International Applications)

Academic IELTS score of 5.5 Overall with minimum of 5.0 in all bands or equivalent.
Satisfactory completion of the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy.

Work Placement Duration: 200 hours

The work placement for this course will be a combination of campus clinic placement and negotiated field placements/events. Students undertake 2 x 4 hour sessions per week for a total of 200 hours, commencing in the 2nd term (or whenever they start) of their course. Prior to work placement or working in the on-campus clinic, international students will be required to have the required vaccinations (including COVID-19) and apply for and successfully receive a National Police Clearance and the following South Australian Department of Human Services Screenings: working with children.

Course Notes

Students undertaking the 18 month package of the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy and the Diploma of Remedial Massage will, during the 2nd semester of the package, study both qualifications for one term (Term 3). More details will be provided in the offer letter and upon commencement. Direct entry into the Diploma will not be available in 2023.
The Certificate IV and Diploma are expected to be superseded soon and new versions will be available for either Semester 2, 2023 or Semester 1, 2024, subject to approval. This update to the courses may affect the course/package duration and fees. More details will be provided when known.

Fees

These course fees are for international students only.

Duration

Tuition Fees

Incidental Fees^*

Semester 1

AUD $8405

AUD $60^*

Semester 2

AUD $8405

Semester 3

AUD $8407

Fee Totals

AUD $25217

AUD $60^*

Total Course Cost

AUD $25277

* International students will be required to pay for their own vaccinations, screenings and checks.

Note: TAFE SA course fees are subject to regular increases and are reviewed annually. As such, the course fees for 2023 have increased and are published on this site. TAFE SA accepts applications for courses commencing beyond the year advertised and tuition fees for these years will be higher. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary.

Overseas Students Health Cover

All overseas students are required to have Overseas Students Health Cover (OSHC) insurance for the entire duration of the course. The health cover rate will vary depending on the personal circumstances and duration of stay in Australia. Read more about Overseas Students Health Cover.

Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

Employment Outcomes

Remedial massage therapists at this level are equipped to provide specialised treatments for more complex conditions that affect the function of body systems, most particularly the musculoskeletal system, such as impacts of sports injuries and repetitive strain from poor posture and occupational habits. A therapist holding a Diploma of Remedial Massage may freelance or be employed by a sports and health care environment working with other health professionals in an integrated approach to improving health.

Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

Qualifications & Skills Covered

Diploma of Remedial Massage (HLT52015)
This course covers client relationships, working with diverse people, client health, first aid, infection prevention and control, massage practice and treatments and workplace safety. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 16 core units and 5 elective units plus you must have completed at least 200 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.

93%*
of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.

88%*
of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.

* 2021 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

Course Units

Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

Core

Name	Nominal Hours	Subject Code	National Code
Adapt remedial massage practice to meet specific needs	120	HAANK	HLTMSG006
Analyse and respond to client health information	60	HAAMS	HLTAAP003
Assess client massage needs	150	HAANE	HLTMSG002
Develop massage practice	40	HAAND	HLTMSG001
Engage with health professionals and the health system	40	CABLB	CHCPRP005
Establish and manage client relationships	35	CABKX	CHCCOM006
Manage legal and ethical compliance	80	CABEN	CHCLEG003
Manage the prevention and control of infection	50	HAANC	HLTINF004
Manage work health and safety	40	CABGR	HLTWHS004
Monitor and evaluate remedial massage treatments	30	HAANM	HLTMSG008
Perform remedial massage musculoskeletal assessments	240	HAANF	HLTMSG003
Provide First Aid	18	HABCP	HLTAID011
Provide massage treatments	150	HAANG	HLTMSG004
Provide remedial massage treatments	240	HAANH	HLTMSG005
Reflect on and improve own professional practice	120	CABDT	CHCPRP003
Work with diverse people	40	CABDM	CHCDIV001

Elective

Name	Nominal Hours	Subject Code	National Code
Address the needs of people with chronic disease	75	CABKW	CHCCCS001
Confirm physical health status	90	HAAMP	HLTAAP002
Interpret and use information about nutrition and diet	50	HAAZS	HLTHPS010
Provide reflexology for relaxation	60	HAANP	HLTREF002
Undertake small business planning	50	FACAE	BSBSMB404

Living in Adelaide

The city created for students

You will never find another city like Adelaide. With welcoming locals, it is the perfect place for you to study, live and enjoy.

A student city

Adelaide is home to over 30,000 international students and has a strong and growing reputation as an education city. In addition to TAFE SA, Adelaide is home to six world-leading universities: The University of Adelaide, the University of South Australia, Flinders University, Carnegie Mellon University, Torrens University Australia and CQ University Australia.

Safe

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Beach Culture

Adelaide’s pristine sandy beaches are just a 20 minute tram ride from the city centre. On hot summer days, you can study in the day and take the tram to have dinner at the beach and watch the sunset with friends.

Live centrally

Accommodation is more affordable in Adelaide than in other cities in Australia making it often possible for students to live in the heart of the city or just outside. This means more time is spent studying and less time travelling.

Delicious!

Adelaide is known for its cafe culture, with more cafes and restaurants by population than any other city in Australia. In recent years, Adelaide has also developed a vibrant and varied bar scene. The city is big enough that you will struggle to visit all of the places you would like to drink and eat in during in your first year of study. Our mix of cultures means there’s likely to be a supermarket that sells food from your home country too.

Easy to get around

Adelaide is a flat city so it is ideal for walking or cycling. Its grid layout makes it almost impossible to get lost! There are free trams and buses around the city centre. International students can show their ID to get cheaper tickets.

Festivals

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Beautiful weather

Adelaide has four distinct seasons, with moderate winters and warm to hot summers. In winter you will need woolly jumpers and jackets and in summer, shorts and t-shirts. The heat in South Australia is dry, rather than humid.