Become an in-demand Remedial Massage Therapist or an elite Myotherapist at our Gold Coast Campus:
Courses we offer from our Robina Campus:
- HLT42015 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
- HLT52015 Diploma of Remedial Massage
- 22316VIC Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy
Funding options available:
- Queensland Government’s Higher Level Skills (HLS) Subsidy
- Australian Government VET Student Loan
Study either full-time (2 days per week) or part-time (1 day per week) on-campus.
Courses Available from our Gold Coast Campus
HLT42015 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy
Content: Interested in learning Swedish, Thai, Sports, and Seated Massage techniques? The Q Academy HLT42015 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy program provides you all of that plus a solid foundation in Anatomy and Physiology as well as Neuro-Muscular Techniques plus client communication skills to allow you to work in a day spa, resort, beauty clinic, or start your own massage clinic.
Queensland HLS Subsidy: The Queensland Government can subsidise this course so it cost you only $442 or $208 (depending on whether you qualify for a further concession), for those eligible for the Higher Level Skills (HLS) Subsidy. This is only available to Queensland residents with no registered Australian qualification higher than a Certificate IV (in any field). Contact us to find out if you are eligible.
Delivery Part-Time: 1 day per week on-campus plus home study. The flexible, E-classroom course consists of self directed online modules which can be studied at home as well as on-campus where you can get advice from a course coach as required. This flexible program is ideal if your study has to fit in with shift work, family requirements or school holidays, etc.
Delivery Full-time: 2 days per week on-campus (Classroom & Clinic) plus some home study.
Start Date Part-time: 12 x start dates/year. Flexible, E-classroom courses start in the first week of each month so you can get started quickly.
Start Date Full-time: 4 x start dates/year. Full-time CIV starts together with Diploma classes (see “NEWS” Home Page for next intake date).
Duration Part-time: 12 months. Duration Full-time: 6 months
Standard Course Fee, Part-time: $3,520 Standard Course Fee, Full-time:$4,000
HLS Subsidised Course Fee: If eligible (for both full-time and part-time programs) total to pay is $442 (no Concession) or $208 (with Concession) (New)
HLT52015 Diploma of Remedial Massage (Health & Wellness)
Content: The “Health & Wellness” Diploma of Remedial Massage course is our foundation level diploma program and covers Swedish & Pregnancy Massage, Trigger Point and Thermotherapy, Myofascial & Positional Release Techniques, and expanded modalities such as Reflexology, Seated Massage, Sports Massage as well as offer nutrition advice, manual lymphatic drainage, and injury prevention screening. This will give you a range of modalities and skills best suited to working in a massage and wellness clinic environment or from a home clinic as a Remedial Therapist.
Private Provider Number: Eligible for full private provider numbers, so your clients with private health insurance can claim rebates.
Delivery (only Part-time): 1 day per week on-campus study plus home study. The flexible, E-classroom course consists of self directed online modules which can be studied at home as well as on-campus where you can get advice from a course coach as required. This flexible program is ideal if your study has to fit in with shift work, family requirements or school holidays, etc.
Start Date Part-time: 12 x start dates/year. Flexible, E-classroom courses start in the first week of each month so you can get started quickly.Flexible, E-classroom courses start in the first week of each month
Duration Part-time: 18-24 months
Standard Course Fee – Part-time: $8,820 + $100 Materials Fee
Funding: If you’re eligible for a Government’s VET Student Loan then your only out-of-pocket contribution would be the $100 materials fee. You can start repayments to the Government once you’re earning in excess of the minimum income threshold (see the below VSL FAQ’s)
HLS Subsidy: If you’re eligible for the Queensland Higher Level Skills (HLS) Subsidy for the HLT42015 Certificate IV in Massage (for $208 or $442) then on its completion you can study the upgrade to the HLT52015 Diploma of Remedial Massage (Health & Wellness) and save $4,000 on the course fee.
HLS eligible subsides Course Fee: $4,820 (part-time) subject to completing the HLT42015 Certificate IV in Massage and that can also be funded through VET Student Loan if eligible.
HLT52015 Diploma of Remedial Massage (Advanced Rehab)
Content: Our “Advanced Rehab” Diploma of Remedial Massage program expands on the foundations of our “Health & Wellness” remedial diploma program and includes extra skills, knowledge, and techniques such as Remedial TENS, Myofascial Cupping, Thai Massage, and K-Taping plus an extensive range of advanced orthopaedic skills to add to your treatment options. You would then have all the foundational skills to progress to become an elite Myotherapist and work together with Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, and Osteopaths in multi-modality clinics.
Private Provider Numbers: This course would make you eligible for all of the private provider numbers.
Delivery (only) Full-time: 2 days per week on-campus plus some home study
Start Date: Every 2-3 months. See “NEWS” Home Page
Duration: 12 months (full-time)
Course Fee $15,000 + $100 Materials Fee
Funding: If you’re eligible for a Government’s VET Student Loan then your only out-of-pocket contribution would be the $100 materials fee. You can start repayments to the Government once you’re earning in excess of the minimum income threshold, and avoid any commercial loan risks (see the below VSL FAQ’s).
HLS Subsidy: If you’re eligible for the Queensland Higher Level Skills (HLS) Subsidy for the HLT42015 Certificate IV in Massage (for $208 or $442) then on its completion you can study the upgrade to the HLT52015 Diploma of Remedial Massage (Advanced Rehab) and save $4,000 on the course fee.
Reduced Fee if eligible for HLS: $11,000 subject to completing the HLT42015 Certificate IV in Massage
Myotherapy Advantage Scholarship: Once you graduate from the Advanced Rehab program then for the next 2 years you can save $4,500 on the 22316VIC Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy program, reducing the course fee to $5,490.
22316VIC Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy
The entry requirement for this course is the HLT52015 Diploma of Remedial Massage. Myotherapy will advance your career in allied health and may provide advanced career opportunities and better treatment outcomes for clients.
A myotherapist can treat more complex conditions, and allows them to assist a broader range of clients. With additional treatment options such as cupping, dry needling, mobilisation techniques, corrective exercise plans, and TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation).
Delivery: 2 days on-campus per month
Start Dates: January / May / September / November
Duration: 18 months
Course Fee: $9,960 + $35 Materials Fee
Myotherapy Advantage Scholarship: $5,490 (save $4,500)
Study Massage with Q Academy on the Gold Coast
Q Academy’s Gold Coast campus is located in the dynamic Robina Town Centre. You can find us on Level 1, above Myer in the Medical Precinct. There are plenty of coffee shops, restaurants, and amenities in Robina Town Centre. With free all-day parking and a number of convenient transport options – the Q Academy Gold Coast campus is a fantastic place to learn massage therapy.
All of our Nationally Accredited massage courses are capped to ensure every student gets the necessary attention and practice needed to become the best possible massage therapist. We value having fun in the classroom and build a community of positive and enthusiastic massage therapists. With specialist massage training facilities and a permanent Student Clinic, Q Academy will be there to support you while you become a confident and job-ready massage therapist.
Selecting a Massage Course
No matter your interests, career goals, education or experience level, we are confident there is a Q Academy massage course to suit you! We have multiple intakes per year, over varying days of the week for added convenience. You’ll love the flexibility of Q Academy’s Full-time and Part-time flexible study options, and the inspiring coaching staff who will be there to guide you along the way.
The Part-time (Flexible E-classroom) courses are self directed online modules which can be studied at home as well as on-campus 1 day per week, so you can get advice from a course coach if required. This program gives you access to our coaches on campus as well as the flexibility to study when you can, so it is ideal if your study has to fit in with shift work requirements or school holiday breaks etc.
We are a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 31896) and Government approved provider of VET Student Loan funding for eligible students studying the HLT52015 Diploma of Remedial Massage.
We would love to invite you to the campus, to see if Q Academy is the right massage school on the Gold Coast for you. If you wish to make an appointment or have any questions you can call one of our friendly Career Specialists on 1300 20 40 80.
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