Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Remedial Massage
Diploma of Remedial Massage
HLT52015
AWI6
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 08/04/2022 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 3.00 | 24/12/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 08/12/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 06/08/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of remedial massage therapists who work with clients presenting with soft tissue dysfunction, musculoskeletal imbalance or restrictions in range of motion (ROM). Practitioners may be self-employed or work within a larger health service.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 200 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty one (21)- sixteen (16) core units
- five (5) elective units, consisting of:
- at least one (1) unit from the Business Management group below
- up to four (4) units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All sixteen (16) units must be completed.
2. Elective Units - Business Management
At least one (1) unit must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUH81 | BSBSMB406 | Manage small business finances | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL85 | BSBSMB403 | Market the small business | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH72 | BSBSMB405 | Monitor and manage small business operations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUH57 | BSBSMB404 | Undertake small business planning | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Other Electives
Up to four (4) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D087 | HLT50307 | Diploma of Remedial Massage | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIP6 | HLT52021 | Diploma of Remedial Massage | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
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