Course description
Discover the perfect balance between work, life, and study with our evening program designed to allow you to reach your career goal of becoming a remedial therapist. Dive into a diverse range of techniques including sports, therapeutic, relaxation, and remedial methods, complemented by postural assessment training.
Immerse yourself in hands-on practical massage sessions held on campus twice a week, offering a total of 200 hours of invaluable clinical experience. These sessions are designed to guide you through the planning, application, and assessment of soft tissue massage techniques, tailored for the healthcare and allied health industries.
Information sessions
5:00pm
Auditorium (H1.03)
Geelong City
Seamlessly blend theory with practice through online modules and on-campus tutorials, covering essential topics such as human anatomy, massage theory, medical terminology, business practice, client communication, and ethical considerations in healthcare and wellness environments.
Upon completion, you are also assured of your eligibility to register with peak massage industry associations.
Work placement/industry experience
Work placement is not required, however, a mandatory 200 hours of clinical massage work must be completed at The Gordon Student Massage Clinic.
Possible career outcomes
Upon completion graduates will be able to work as a remedial massage therapist in a range of areas, including:
- allied health practices or health organisations
- sporting clubs
- gyms
- wellness retreats
- health spas
- corporate massage environments
Applications & attendance
How to apply
- Follow our instructions for how to apply for a course.
- Apply online by selecting an intake from the Applications & attendance table below.
If you need help, visit Customer Service or request application support via email.
Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.
| Intake | Applications | Attendance | Classes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 January Geelong City Campus |
Open: 1 Aug 2024 Close: 26 Jan 2025 |
Blended | Full Time Tues 9am - 4pm Wed 5.30pm - 8.30pm | Apply |
Class times are indicative and may change before the course starts. Students may need to complete some self-paced learning and assessments outside class, varying by course and skill level, or may be required to attend classes both on campus and online.
Follow the link for more information on attendance mode definitions and offer timing.
An application doesn't guarantee a place in the course.
Many courses have limited spots and may fill quickly, so apply early and ensure your application is fully completed, as only successful applicants will receive offers, issued as soon as possible. If numbers are low, intakes or courses may be cancelled.
Entrance requirements
- Applicants are expected to have literacy skills at Year 11 or Year 12 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 4 and numeracy skills at Year 11 or Year 12 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 3.
- You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Free TAFE. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.
Work placement requirements
Work placement is not required, however a mandatory 200 hours of clinical massage work must be completed at The Gordon Student Massage Clinic.
Apprenticeship and traineeship requirements
Apprenticeship and traineeship applicants must be currently employed under a training contract and referred by their employer.
Personal Learning Requirements
There are personal learning requirements for each qualification at The Gordon. These are essential personal capabilities and skills required to successfully complete the course and be ready to work in the industry.
Please review the requirements here and consider any challenges you may have in meeting them. When applying for your course, please let us know what support you may need.
Pre-training review
Each student must complete a pre-training review as part of their application. The outcome of your pre-training review assists our teachers and trainers to better understand your capabilities prior to training and enables you to be matched to the right program. Your literacy and numeracy skills will be evaluated and you may be required to undertake a separate assessment. Follow this link for more information about literacy and numeracy skills.
In order to prepare for your LLN, you may wish to attempt some practise tests in which you will find similar questions (with solutions too). These practice tests are not VSL approved but may be similar in question type and level of difficulty to what may be asked in the VSL approved LLN. Click here for practice tests. Please note, the VSL approved LLN cannot be resat within 3 months of undertaking it.
Units & assessments
| Core Units | Code | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Adapt massage treatments to meet specific needs | HLTMSG015 | 80 |
| Analyse and respond to client health information | HLTAAP003 | 60 |
| Apply principles of pain neuroscience | HLTMSG016 | 90 |
| Apply remedial massage clinical practice | HLTMSG017 | 260 |
| Assess client massage needs | HLTMSG010 | 100 |
| Confirm physical health status | HLTAAP002 | 90 |
| Develop massage practice | HLTMSG009 | 45 |
| Engage with health professionals and the health system | CHCPRP005 | 40 |
| Establish and manage client relationships | CHCCOM006 | 35 |
| Manage legal and ethical compliance | CHCLEG003 | 80 |
| Manage the prevention and control of infection | HLTINF004 | 50 |
| Manage work health and safety | HLTWHS004 | 40 |
| Perform remedial massage musculoskeletal assessments | HLTMSG013 | 210 |
| Provide massage treatments | HLTMSG011 | 100 |
| Provide remedial massage treatments | HLTMSG014 | 220 |
| Research and apply evidence to practice | CHCPOL003 | 65 |
| Research and develop business plans | BSBESB401 | 50 |
| Work with diverse people | CHCDIV001 | 40 |
| Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Adapt massage practice for athletes | HLTMSG018 | 70 |
| Address the needs of people with chronic disease | CHCCCS001 | 75 |
| Provide First Aid | HLTAID011 | 18 |
Please note that the listed electives are delivered by The Gordon but you may not need to complete all of these units to successfully complete this qualification. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency relevant to this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT). Any previous relevant experience may qualify you for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Find out more about CT or RPL here.
Assessment is based on:
- Workplace Tasks
- Questioning
- Observations and practical demonstration
- Portfolio (Work samples)
- Product (Reports, projects, role play etc)
Fees
| Fees | Rate | Unit | Indicative Course Hours | Indicative Tuition | Indicative Gov Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Tuition | AUD $7.20 | per hour | 1818 | AUD $13,090.00 | AUD $11,160.00 |
| Full Fee Tuition | AUD $12.93 | per hour | 1818 | AUD $23,507.00 |
| Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resources | AUD $100.00 | Charged at enrolment | |||
| Education Levy | AUD $272.70 | Charged at enrolment | |||
| Materials | AUD $640.00 | Once | charged at enrolment | ||
All fees and charges are correct at time of publication but may change without notice. The student tuition fees are indicative only. Additional fees may apply. Where GST is applicable to any courses or materials, the fee displayed is inclusive of the GST.
Which fee will I pay?
Your fees will be charged according to your eligibility for government funding. For more information, visit our Fees & Payments pages.
Fee help
Payment plans may be available for eligible students who need assistance to manage their fee payments.
Vet student loans
VET Student Loans are available for eligible students for tuition fees ONLY.
To be eligible to apply for a VET Student Loan, applicants will be required to:
- undertake an independent assessment test to ensure they possess Level 3 in reading and numeracy, or
- provide their Year 12 certificate, or
- provide evidence of completion of a Certificate IV or above.
Loan cap for this course
$18097
Further study options
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at Deakin University
- Bachelor of Arts at Deakin University
- Bachelor of Health Sciences at Deakin University
Many Gordon courses offer pathways to higher qualifications within The Gordon and in some cases, to university degrees. Your Gordon course may provide credit points which could reduce further study time. Follow the link to find more information about pathways, or contact Customer Service.