Certificate IV in Massage (HLT40307)

Massage Therapist

The HLT40307 Certificate IV in Massage is the nationally accredited qualification to become a Massage Therapist. This qualification is part of the National Training Package and recognised throughout Australia. Massage is a soft tissue manipulation therapy, utilising a range of physical modalities used in the assessment and treatment of musculo-skeletal conditions, that cause  myofascial pain and affect  Human movement. This qualification is well suited to those who are already working in a health related  area, and/or those students who would like to work in a supporting role or as a starting point into more  advanced massage therapy.

The HLT40307 – Certificate IV in Massage qualification covers work for a massage therapist at a basic  level. It provides skills in therapeutic and relaxation massage including basic health assessment and  treatment. With this qualification,  therapists can work in a clinic, aged care facility, health service, spa  facility and in palliative care in a hospital or facility.

The course is designed to develop workplace knowledge and skills in relaxation and therapeutic massage.

This incorporates the planning, applying and performing basic health assessment necessary for massage
treatments.

This Certificate is delivered over a 6 month period, with flexible delivery modes. Course length may also be considerably shortened by successful application for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), for those who have completed prior studies in related fields and/or have relevant industry experience.  Please note: you can only apply for RPL for complete modules (not parts thereof), and you will be required to provide appropriate evidence.  Students who have completed parts of the qualification with another provider can apply for direct credit transfer.

For those wishing to do the Diploma, it is a requirement that you complete Cert IV in Massage first, or as
part of, so you would commence at the same time.

Certificate IV in Massage is delivered via face to face lectures and correspondence, as a mixed study mode.
Mixed mode entails a combination of theory via correspondence learning, and practical workshops.
Theory Modules will be provided in electronic booklets (via CD or email), to be completed at home, in class where applicable.

Enrolled students will need to complete 15 competency units, of which include 10 common units and 5
specialisation units.  All participants will receive electronic copies of course manuals, session notes, and access to online assessment and learning materials where applicable.

Upon completion of this qualification, you will be issued with
-    a certificate indicating the following;
•    This is to certify that ‘your name’ has fulfilled the requirements for HLT40307- Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice
-    a statement of attainment listing all completed units
-    10% discount if the student enrolls in another course with Global Fitness Institute within 12 months

Units included in the Certificate IV in Massage- HLT40307

10 core units

BSBCMN204A  Work effectively with others
HLTCOM404B   Communicate effectively with clients
HLTCOM405B   Administer a practise
HLTCOM406B   Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
HLTCOM408B   Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively
HLTFA301A       Apply First Aid
HLTHIR301A    Communicate and work effectively in Health
HLTOHS300A  Contribute to OHS processes
HLTIN301A      Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work
HLTAP401A     Confirm physical health status

5 Specialisation units

HLTREM401B  Work within a massage framework
HLTREM406B  Provide massage treatment
HLTREM407B  Plan massage treatment
HLTREM408B  Apply massage assessment framework
HLTREM409B  Perform massage health assessment

First Aid
Students are required to hold a valid Level 2 First Aid certificate.
Global Fitness Institute deliver Accredited First Aid courses, please contact us for dates and locations,  additional First Aid fee of $95.00 is to be paid at time of the course.
Where a student already has a current First Aid certificate (Level 2 minimum), or chooses to obtain First Aid elsewhere, they are to present that copy for RPL purposes.

Units included in the Certificate IV in Massage- HLT40307

10 core units

BSBCMN204A  Work effectively with others
HLTCOM404B   Communicate effectively with clients
HLTCOM405B   Administer a practise
HLTCOM406B   Make referrals to other health care professionals when appropriate
HLTCOM408B   Use specific health terminology to communicate effectively
HLTFA301A       Apply First Aid
HLTHIR301A    Communicate and work effectively in Health
HLTOHS300A  Contribute to OHS processes
HLTIN301A      Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work
HLTAP401A     Confirm physical health status

5 Specialisation units

HLTREM401B  Work within a massage framework
HLTREM406B  Provide massage treatment
HLTREM407B  Plan massage treatment
HLTREM408B  Apply massage assessment framework
HLTREM409B  Perform massage health assessment

First Aid

Students are required to hold a valid Level 2 First Aid certificate.

Global Fitness Institute deliver Accredited First Aid courses, please contact us for dates and locations,  additional First Aid fee of $95.00 is to be paid at time of the course.

Where a student already has a current First Aid certificate (Level 2 minimum), or chooses to obtain First Aid elsewhere, they are to present that copy for RPL purposes.