Learn the art and science of massage with the Cert 4 in Massage Therapy. Available in Brisbane, The Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast & Cairns.
Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Course Overview
Q Academy offers the HLT42021 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy at all our Queensland campuses through our supportive on-campus Self-Directed E-Classroom.
This nationally accredited qualification teaches you the core hands-on skills needed to begin working as a Relaxation Massage Therapist. Graduates can find employment in:
Day spas
Health resorts and retreats
Beauty and wellness clinics
Mobile or home-based massage businesses
What You Will Learn
The Certificate IV covers a wide range of massage techniques so you can confidently deliver full-body treatments, including:
Swedish Massage
Thai Massage
Sports Massage
Seated Massage
Start Any Month β No Long Wait Times
You can enrol and begin your studies at the start of every month at any of our Brisbane, Gold Coast, or Sunshine Coast campuses. This flexible model means you donβt need to wait for semester intakes, allowing you to start your training sooner.
Pathway to the Diploma of Remedial Massage
If youβre aiming for a long-term career in the massage or allied health industry, the HLT52021 Diploma of Remedial Massage is widely recognised as the minimum standard due to its advanced treatment skills and private health rebate eligibility.
The Certificate IV is the perfect entry pathway, and you can easily upgrade to the Diploma at Q Academy when you’re ready.
Duration
- On-Campus E-Classroom: 6 – 9 monthsΒ
- Online at Home: 6 – 9 months
Delivery
- E-Classroom: minimum 1 day on-campus p/wΒ
HLT42021 Certificate IV in Massage Fee
- $4,900 Standard FeeΒ
- Monthly Payment Plan: 4 x $1,225
Campuses
- Brisbane
- Sydney
- Gold Coast,
- Sunshine Coast
Careers
Home clinic, corporate or mobile massage clinic
Course Description
Fees & Finance Options
Units of Competency
Jobs and Careers
Start Dates
Locations
Course Description
HLT42021 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
As a relaxation therapist you will be able to treat the soft tissueΒ of the body, to help clients achieve improvedΒ circulation, pain relief, reduced stress and anxiety,Β assisted recovery from injury, aided sleep andΒ relaxation, and enhanced flexibility.Β
You can study either full-time oncampus in class or, you can choose for self-directed online study but with on-campus support from our tutors in our E-classroom (SDEC mode) if you require a more flexible schedule of study.
Swedish Massage
Sports Massage
Pregnancy Massage
Seated Massage
Reflexology
Thai Massage
Fees & Finance Options
Course Fee : $4,900
Payment Plan (0% Interest) : 4 x $1,225
Units of Competency
|
Unit Code
|
Unit Name
|
|---|---|
|
CHCCOM006
|
Establish and manage client relationships
|
|
CHCDIV001
|
Work with diverse people
|
|
CHCLEG003
|
Manage legal and ethical compliance
|
|
HLTAAP002
|
Confirm physical health status
|
|
HLTAID011
|
Provide first aid
|
|
HLTINF004
|
Manage the control of infection
|
|
HLTMSG009
|
Develop massage practice
|
|
HLTMSG010
|
Assess client massage needs
|
|
HLTMSG011
|
Provide massage treatments
|
|
HLTWHS004
|
Manage work health and safety
|
|
CHCPRP005
|
Engage with health professionals and the health system
|
|
HLTMSG012
|
Apply relaxation massage clinical practice
|
|
HLTREF002
|
Provide reflexology for relaxation
|
Jobs and Careers
While graduates of the HLT42021 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy will gain valuable knowledge, skills and experience, those wanting a long- standing career in the manual therapies industry, further study is encouraged. Currently, most employers require the HLT52021 Diploma of Remedial Massage as the minimum qualification.
However, if you wish to add an additional skill- set to compliment an existing qualification (e.g. Personal Training or Beauty Therapy); run your own at-home, mobile or corporate massage business; or possibly work on a cruise ship or in a day spa, the HLT42021 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy could be a great fit for you.
Start Dates
You can begin the HLT42021 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy course online, classes begin monthly.
Contact your preferred campus for the e-classroom start dates.
Locations
You can study the HLT42021 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy in the e-classroom at our Brisbane, Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast campus or online from home, with clinic hours completed at our Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast or Sydney campus.
Learn About the Student Clinic Experience
Student Clinic is an important part of the journey towards becoming a massage therapist. When studying the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy you will have to complete 80 supervised training hours. Learn more in the video below.
Ready to get started
Please fill in the enquiry form and one of our friendly Career Specialists will get back to you as soon as possible.