This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge in a range of contexts to provide remedial massage treatments. They work independently and take responsibility for their own outputs. They may be self-employed as sole traders or contractors, or work within a larger organisation. Work roles may include Remedial Massage Therapist.

• Age Requirement: All international students must be at least 18 years old at the time of course application. • Academic Requirement: Successful completion of Australian Year 11 or the Australian/overseas equivalent is mandatory. • English Language Requirement: • English language tests: Students must achieve an English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 with no score lower than 5.0 for all courses.* For equivalent English language tests see https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/student- 500#Eligibility or refer to the following English Language Test Equivalency Table; or • MIA Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN): The student is required to complete the MIA Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) test to ensure that the student has the ability to complete the course; • Additional Entry requirements: • Meet Student Visa requirements English Language Test Equivalency Table https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c4c4ed_2df2ad04f155430aad126f6e611bd90e~mv2.png Note:InternationalstudentswhodonotmeettheEnglishlanguagerequirementsforthiscourse mayalternativelyenrolinanEnglishLanguageIntensiveCourseforOverseasStudents(ELICOS) for a maximum of 60weeks.

Units of competency: Core Units: • CHCPRP005 – Engage with health professionals and the health system • CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people • CHCLEG003 – Manage legal and ethical compliance • HLTWHS004 – Manage work health and safety • HLTINF004 – Manage the prevention and control of infection • BSBESB401 – Research and develop business plans • HLTAAP002 – Confirm physical health status • HLTAAP003 – Analyse and respond to client health information • CHCPOL003 – Research and apply evidence to practice • HLTMSG017 – Apply remedial massage clinical practice • HLTMSG009 – Develop massage practice • CHCCOM006 – Establish and manage client relationships • HLTMSG010 – Assess client massage needs • HLTMSG011 – Provide massage treatments • HLTMSG016 – Apply principles of pain neuroscience • HLTMSG013 – Perform remedial massage musculoskeletal assessments • HLTMSG014 – Provide remedial massage treatments • HLTMSG015 – Adapt massage treatments to meet specific needs Elective Units: • HLTREF002 – Provide reflexology for relaxation • BSBESB404 – Market new business ventures • HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid Packaging Rules: Total number of units = 21, consisting of: • 18 core units, plus • 3 elective units, selected from the elective units listed on training.gov.au. All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

• 20 hours face to face delivery Per Week Supervised Activities (Face-to-face, classroom) The delivery is classroom-based with students completing in-class activities, presentations, discussion, and assessment tasks which include: • practice exercises that reinforce the required practical skills. • learning activities in the training environment in small groups and pairs. • using textbooks, reference material and handouts to support learning. • independent reading, preparation, and learning exercises. • assessment tasks. Learning styles are catered to by using whiteboard illustrations, multimedia presentations, oral instructions with handouts and interactive learning through role plays, case studies and supervising the practical implementation of skills. Delivery had been timetabled to ensure students develop theoretical skills and knowledge and demonstrate practical skills in a class situation before commencing project assessment tasks.

The institute’s assessment methods include: • Written assignments, • Written and Oral questioning, • Observation, • Work-based projects. • RPL

An application can be made for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) when the student believes that they have already attained the necessary skills and competencies elsewhere (work, other study etc.) or have an equivalent qualification or part of a qualification. MIA recognises the AQF qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by any other RTOs and grants credit for these towards an award where applicable. The application for RPL and/or Credit Transfer should be lodged prior to or immediately after the enrolment.

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The following academic and employment pathways are available to students who complete this qualification: • Students can enrol in Australian universities to continue and pursue this career path. They can apply their knowledge and skills gained whilst in Australia to make a difference in their home country or seek to live and work anywhere in the world. In addition, international students who work in the complementary/alternative health fields can formalise their work experience with a recognised Australian training certification, enabling access to industry employment opportunities. • Job opportunities for international students include professional roles such as Remedial Massage Therapist and Massage Therapist. In summary, completion of this qualification allows students to work in complementary and alternative health fields across a range of employment contexts. Note: The institute does not guarantee: • a successful education assessment outcome; • a successful employment outcome; or • a migration outcome from undertaking this qualification.