Advance Massage Training

The Advance Massage Australasian training centre is based in Nerang on the Gold Coast of Queensland Australia, however we also run both national and International courses for more information please click here to contact us

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Advance Massage offers a wide range of courses, workshops, seminars and corporate leaders program packages, ranging from Post Graduate (C.P.E.) Personal Development through to recognised units of attainment that meet the fully accredited Australian Qualification Standards (Part of Certificate IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma).

Post Graduate and Personal Development Courses

These are short courses that gain points towards Continued Professional Education (C.P.E.), ideal for anyone from beginners to advanced professionals such as individuals wanting to learn for general interest, family and friends or professional Massage Therapists, Sports Therapists, Physiotherapists, Nurses, Midwives and Doulas. Every student will receive a Certificate of Competency on completion of their course.

Advance Massage Offers Great Rates for both Treatments and Training with Specials, and Discounts Always Available.

New! Short Courses for Couples - Learn how to Massage for Maintenance, Fun and Relaxation and Look After Your Partner, Your Family and Yourself.

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Anyone Can Learn Massage!

Advance Massage Training Centre is conducive and private offering a comfortable learning environment. The students are provided with all course materials including: manual, lesson notes and handouts, table, pens, towels and oils, refreshments and lunches. Learning aids are provided if applicable such as charts and anatomical aids etc.

Your investment also includes hands on practical training, training reference manual, a practical assessment for each individual course and a theoretical examination for all Certificate IV and Diploma units.

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New abilities, skills and knowledge will be acquired, opening up a whole new challenging experience that will be gained in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

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All other units that are not completed with Advance Massage towards these qualifications are completed with home study and correspondence. Please contact us for details.

Certificate IV/Diploma/Advanced Diploma

Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice HLT 40307
Diploma of Remedial Massage HLT 50307
Certificate IV in Natural Therapies - Reflexology or Sports Therapy 30687QLD
Certificate IV in Aromatherapy HLT42707

Meeting Fully Accredited Australian Qualification Standards

Advance Massage delivers the following subjects which are required to meet the full certification for these qualifications:

2 Units towards CERT IV in NATURAL THERAPY - REFLEXOLOGY or SPORTS THERAPY: 30687QLD

Reflexology or Sports Therapy
Clinical Practice

8 Days			42 Hours Training + 48 Hours Home Study
100 Hours		6 Days Training + 2 Days Clinical Practice (10 Hours)

3 Units towards CERT IV in MASSAGE THERAPY PRACTICE: HLT40307
with more in depth Remedial Techniques

Remedial Massage
Aromatherapy
Clinical Practice

16 Days			84 Hours Training + 48 Hours Home Study + 20 Hours Clinical Practice
200 Hours		12 Days Training + 4 Days Clinical Practice

3 Units towards CERT IV in AROMATHERAPY HLT42707

Remedial Massage
Aromatherapy
Clinical Practice

16 Days			84 Hours Training + 48 Hours Home Study + 20 Hours Clinical Practice
200 Hours		12 Days Training + 4 Days Clinical Practice

6 Units Towards DIPLOMA REMEDIAL MASSAGE HLT50307

Remedial Massage
Aromatherapy
Advanced Remedial Therapies
Sports Therapy
Reflexology
Clinical Practice

40 Days			210 Hours Training + 48 Hours Home Study per unit
500 Hours		30 Days Training + 10 Days Clinical Practice (50 Hours)

All these accreditted units include:

Theoretical Examinations
Practical Assessments
Training and Reference manuals
Certificates
In-house Clinic Training
Lunch provided on Clinical Practice and Training days

All hands on units are flexible with days, times and schedules customised to meet your individual needs to enable you to work in with your family, occupation, lifestyle and any other commitments. Learn these above units with Advance Massage, in a private small class and receive an opportunity to achieve the highest level of competency.

All other units that are not completed with Advance Massage towards these qualifications are completed with home study and correspondence. Please contact us for details.

For information on all available course prices, please go to the Pricing page.

Or if you have any questions, or would like to make further enquiries please contact us.

HSA CORRESPONDENCE (HOME STUDY) UNITS

All students attending Advance Massage for units towards these qualifications must complete the remainder of the following units by correspondence (Home Study) subjects with HSA (Health Schools Australia), to receive and be issued the full qualification.

CERT IV in NATURAL THERAPY REFLEXOLOGY or SPORTS THERAPY 30687QLD

Practice administraion
Anatomy and Physiology
Pathophysiology 1
Ethics and Jurisprudence
Occupational Health and Safety

CERT IV in MASSAGE THERAPY PRACTICE HLT403037

Practice administraion
Anatomy and Physiology
Pathophysiology 1
Ethics and Jurisprudence
Occupational Health and Safety

CERT IV in AROMATHERAPY HLT42707

Practice administraion
Anatomy and Physiology
Pathophysiology 1
Ethics and Jurisprudence
Occupational Health and Safety
Nutrition

Diploma REMEDIAL MASSAGE HLT50307

Practice administraion
Anatomy and Physiology
Pathophysiology 1
Ethics and Jurisprudence
Occupational Health and Safety

The Benefits and Advantages of Learning with Advance Massage

Flexible study formats
Competitive rates
Learn and study some units in the comfort of your own home
Free career advisory consultation and support with correspondence units
One on one or two on one practical hands on tuition
Small private classes
Personal and individualised attention
Fit learning around your work and lifestyle commitments by combining home study (correspondence) with hands on training by a professional trainer with over 25 years experience in a relaxed and comfortable learning environment
Ejoyable theoretical examinations and practical assessments

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Course Outlines

REMEDIAL MASSAGE

History and Introduction to Massage
Consultation
Objectives and Benefits of Massage
Contraindications
Introduction to Swedish and Remedial Massage
Massage Techniques
Communication, Harmony and Rhythm
Anatomy and Physiology
Remedial/Deep Tissue Techniques for various Physiological Conditions
Introduction to Aromatherapy
Introduction to Reflexology
Workplace Health and Safety
How to Set Up your Massage Clinic
One Hour Remedial Massage Sequence
References

ADVANCED REMEDIAL THERAPIES

Identifying Planes and Axes of Motion
Special Movements Diarthrosis
Understanding the Terminology of Muscles
Muscles in Depth - Origins, Insertions and Actions
Bones and Joints
How Skeletal Muscles Produce Movement - Lever Systems and Leverage
Muscles at Work - Corresponding with Organs and Specific Injury/Disease
Let’s Look Inside - a Microscopic View - Physiological Cross Section and Arrangements of Fibres and Myofibrals and Tensile Forces
The Sensory Feedback Systems - The Spindle Cell Mechanism - Golgi Tendon Apperatus - Vestibular System and Reflexes
The Nervous System
Sensation
History and Discovery of Referred Pain
Pain - Where is it Coming From?
Myofascial Release and Trigger Point Therapy
Develop a Routine - Biomechanical Examination and Functional Testing
Making a Diagnosis
Illustrated Photographic Diagrams of Trigger Points and Muscle Locations
Quick Reference Chart of Conditions and Specific Muscle Locations
Neuromuscular Massage
Indications of Deviations of Underlying Spinal Problems
Review Questions
Advanced Remedial Massage Sequence
References

SPORTS MASSAGE

Introduction
Effects of Sports Massage Therapy
Why do Athletes Need Massage?
The Movements and their Meaning
On Developing Touch
Useful Manual Techniques
Prevention Rather Than Cure
The Main Functions of Sports Massage
Sports Activities and Treatments
Treating Sports Injuries
Clinical Perspectives
Treating Injuries and Pain - Shoulder, Back, Pelvic Region, Legs and Neck
Special Tests and Palpation Techniques
Specific Injuries and Conditions
Dislocation and Subluxation
Overuse injuries
Quick Reference Chart of Exercises and Techniques
Diagramatic Illustrations of Manual Techniques
Stretching Techniques
Mobilization
Corrections of Biomechanics
Principals of Injury Prevention
Review Questions
Sports Massage Consultation Routine and Sequence
Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
References

AROMATHERAPY

Intro to Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy Consultation
Physiological Conditions that Aromatherapy can Treat
History of Aromatherapy and Essential Oils
Essential Oils and Methods of Extraction
Prescriptions, Formulas and Recipes for specific conditions
Benefits of Aromatherapy
Contraindications
Methods of Application
Terminology of aromatherapy
Blends, Formulas and First Aid
How Essential Oils Work with Body and Mind
Family Formulas for the home
Clinical and Remedial Formulas
Volatility of Essential Oils
Workplace Health and Safety
An Introduction to Further Education on Aromatherapy
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage and Swedish Relaxation Massage Sequences.

REFLEXOLOGY

History and Introduction to Massage
Consultation
Objectives and Benefits of Massage
Contraindications
Introduction to Swedish and Remedial Massage
Massage Techniques
Communication, Harmony and Rhythm
Anatomy and Physiology
Anatomical Movements Terminology
Remedial/Deep Tissue Techniques for various Physiological Conditions
Introduction to Aromatherapy
Introduction to Reflexology
Workplace Health and Safety
How to Set Up your Massage Clinic
One Hour Remedial Massage Sequence
References

MANUAL LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE

Introduction to the Lymphatic System
Introduction to Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Benefits of Lymphatic Massage
Techniques of Lymphatic Massage
Major Indications for Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
General Comments Re: Lymphatic Massage
Pathology of Oedema and Lymphedema
Superficial Watersheds
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage Sequence
Contraindications
Workplace Health and Safety

ADVANCE HOT STONE THERAPY - ONE DAY WORKSHOPS

Choose from one of the workshops: Half Body Supine Stress Buster (arms, hands, head, neck shoulders and feet) or Half Body Prone Remedial/Sports (concentrating on Advanced Muscular Therapy for the back and legs).

ADVANCE HOT STONE THERAPY - TWO DAY COURSE

Basic Full Body

ADVANCE HOT STONE THERAPY - THREE DAY PROFESSIONAL COMPLETE BODY COURSE

Prerequisite: Massage

Consultation
History and Geology
Introduction to Hot Stone Therapy
Benefits and Physiological Effects
Contraindications
Workplace Health and Safety
How to Apply a Variety of Techniques
The Lymphatic System
How to Handle and Place Heated Stones
Physiological Conditions Hot Stone Therapy can Treat
How to Incorporate Heated Stones into a Massage Treatment
How to be Creative with Individualised Hot Stone Therapy Treatments or 5 Star Treatment Spa Packages
How to Expand your Remuneration, Menu and Service Options with Hot Stone Therapy
Intro to Aromatherapy
Intro to Reflexology
How to Set Up your Clinic/Spa
How to Clean and Sterilise Equipment and Stones
Chakra balance
Incorporation of Crystals (optional)
Techniques and Sequence

On commencement every student receives an in depth Training Manual and complementary accessories. For more information on dates of courses or about our flexible and affordable choices of courses, stone sets and heaters contact us.

PREGNANCY MASSAGE

Introduction to Pregnancy Massage
Scientific Research and History
Consultation
Benefits and Physiological Effects
Body Systems and Key Dysfunctions
Trimester information for Massage Practitioners
Massage Techniques
Anatomical and Physiological Changes during Pregnancy
Physiological Changes and Body Work Suggestions
Contraindications - High Risk Factors
Workplace Health and Safety
References and Further Reading
Pregnancy Massage Sequence - Side Lying Position
Pregnancy Massage Sequence - Body Contour Mattress Support Position
Aromatherapy and Pregnancy

SUMMARY

Flexible course itinerary to to fit in with your schedule
A quiet and comfortable learning environment
All materials supplied (Gold Coast Qld Training Centre)
All oils and towels supplied (Gold Coast Qld Training Centre)
All lecture notes presented in a protective covering
Access to a library of information
Refreshments and lunch ( Gold Coast Qld Training Centre)
An introduction to enter the field of natural therapies or an extra modality to add to your menu
Enhance, refresh and update your clinical skills
An opportunity to gain C.P.E. points
Small Private Classes
One on one practical tuition available
Certificate of Competence (Attendance) issued to all students on completion of all courses attended
Now you can relax and earn while you learn for general interest or to change your career, enhance your qualifications, by combining affordable private tuition with corresppondence (Home Study)

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