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Diploma
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Diploma of Remedial Massage (DRM) HLT50307
Who can do this course
Pre requisite: Certificate IV in Massage or equivalent qualification.
People who have already achieved their Diploma of Remedial Massage HLT50307 or equivalent and are wishing to accumulate CPE (Continuing Professional Education) points. Individual modules can be studied.
Students must be 18 or turn 18 in the year of their enrolment. You must have a reasonable level of written and oral communication skills. If you have a learning disability or language difficulties please contact the college to see if we are able to accommodate your needs.
Course length & costs
The Diploma runs for 30 weeks (2x12 week terms & 1x6 week term) – DRM runs over 1 year but you may take 2 years to complete. You may also study single modules, the Diploma modules do not have to be completed in the sequence they are run.
Total Nominal Course Hours – 395hrs (This is made up of class hours and home study, assignments etc.) Please see table below.
| Diploma of Remedial Massage HLT50307 |
| MODULE |
Class hours per/wk |
Home
Study
(approx) |
Total Hrs
(Nominal) |
No.of
Weeks |
Cost Per Module |
Massage 5 -(Trigger Point Therapy) |
3.5
hrs/Wk |
2
hrs/wk |
66 |
12 |
$750.00 |
Symptomatology - Treatment plans & Assessment |
3.5
hrs/Wk |
4
hrs/wk |
45 |
6 |
$380.00 |
Massage 7 – (Posture, Stretching & Flexibility) |
3.5
hrs/Wk |
2
hrs/wk |
66 |
12 |
$750.00 |
Massage 6 – Principles of Rehab, Ankle & Achilles, Chest, & Thoracic |
3.5
hrs/Wk |
2
hrs/wk |
66 |
12 |
$750.00 |
Massage 4 – Reflexology (relevant to remedial massage) |
3.5
hrs/Wk |
2
hrs/wk |
66 |
12 |
$750.00 |
Special Unit 1 – Womens & Childrens Massage |
3.5
hrs/Wk |
2
hrs/wk |
12 |
2 |
$170.00 |
Special Unit 2 - People with Disabilities & Special Needs |
3.5
hrs/Wk |
2
hrs/wk |
12 |
2 |
$170.00 |
Special Unit 3 – Pregnancy Massage |
3.5
hrs/Wk |
2
hrs/wk |
12 |
2 |
$170.00 |
In Class student clinic |
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50 |
30 |
inclusive |
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Total |
395 hrs |
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$3,890.00 |
Senior First Aid Certificate - This is part of the Diploma and must be completed externally during the course year.
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| Term Dates - 2012 |
TERM 1 |
DATES |
COMMENTS |
DAY & TIME |
Massage 5 – Trigger Point Therapy |
7th Mar to
30th May |
12 weeks (No class 25th April) |
Wed: 6.00pm to 9.30pm |
Massage 7 – Posture, stretching & flexibility |
8th Mar to
24th May |
12 weeks |
Thurs: 6.00pm to 9.30pm |
TERM 2 |
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Symptomatology,treatment plans & assessment |
14th June to
19th July |
6 weeks |
Thurs: 6.00pm to 9.30pm |
Massage 6 – Princ of Rehab, Ankle & Achilles, Chest & Thoracic |
26th July to
30th Aug
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6 wks – carries on 1st 6 wks of term 3 |
Thurs: 6.00pm to 9.30pm |
| Massage 4 – (Reflexology relevant to rem massage) |
13th June to 29th Aug |
12 weeks |
Wed: 6.00pm to 9.30pm |
TERM 3 |
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Massage 6 – Princ of Rehab, Ankle & Achilles, Chest & Thoracic |
18th Sept to 25th Sept |
6 weeks |
Thurs: 6.00pm to 9.30pm |
Special Unit 1 |
20th Sept to
27th Sept |
2 weeks |
Tues: 6.00pm to 9.30pm |
Special Unit 2 |
2nd Oct to 9th Oct |
2 weeks |
Tues: 6.00pm to 9.30pm |
Special Unit 3 |
16th Oct to 23rd Oct |
2 weeks |
Tues: 6.00pm to 9.30pm |
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Assessments
All modules have ongoing practical & theory assessments. Students must be marked competent to pass the module. Student clinic has an ongoing practical assessment.
Class requirements
Course calendar, course outlines, notes and assessment schedules are provided to the students in class. Massage tables are provided for practical classes. Massage oils etc are provided. Tea & Coffee is also provided for your tea break.
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC)
Karuna College recognizes current competencies from other Registered Training Organisations (RTO’s). We will also give you credit for previous study, work or life experience.
You must provide evidence to support previous experience to show you meet the competency requirements. Where insufficient evidence is provided or training was from a non Registered Training Organisation(RTO), you will be given a practical or challenge exam to prove competence.
Please phone the college for more information. Please refer to RPL section in Terms & Conditions for costs and cut-off dates for applications. You can download a RPL form from here.
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| Synopsis of Module Names |
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| MASSAGE 4 (Reflexology – relevant to Remedial Massage) |
| Reflexology is a holistic, non-invasive therapy based on the principle that all components of the body are reflected in reflexes throughout the body. You will learn a basic reflexology workout to add to your massage sessions using a combination of pressure techniques on some of these reflexes to promote balance in the physical, mental, emotional and energetic levels of the body. |
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| MASSAGE 5 (Trigger Point Therapy) |
| Trigger points are small knots of calcified tissue found within a band of muscle which are tender and when pressed send pain or sensation to a distant muscle. Trigger point therapy is a powerful tool in modern massage therapy. The points are essentially de-activated using precise finger pressure, resulting in release of pain, increased mobility and in some cases emotional release. |
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| SYMPTOMATOLOGY, ASSESSMENT & TREATMENT PLANS |
This course aims to provide the practitioners with the skills and knowledge necessary to recognize signs and symptoms of common disorders that affect the body. This will allow them to identify contraindications to massage including medications, and know when to treat the client or refer to another health professional.
Practitioners will be provided with the skills necessary to develop a treatment plan &/or referral letter for the client based on presenting symptoms, client history and medical tests. |
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| MASSAGE 5 (Principles of Rehabilitation) |
Learn how to initiate a rehabilitation program, relative to clients needs e.g. Athlete, non Athlete.
(The Ankle & Achilles – Chronic & Acute) – Learn techniques to instigate a full recovery in chronic and acute injuries to this complex joint.
(Chest & Thoracic Pain Diagnosis & Treatment) – Treat & diagnose different types of pain. Learn treatment relief methods (including taping for rib injuries) |
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| MASSAGE 7 (Posture, Stretching and Flexibility) |
This module has two components. The first and major component will investigate a range of stretches for the entire body, with specific emphasis on their application to the specific needs of clients in the clinical situation. Core stability, and its role in the management of back pain, will also be explored.
The second component will explore a somatic approach to bodywork. This involves methods that help to re-organize the sensory-motor nervous system and encourage improved patterns of movement.
Though this module is experiential in nature, no prior experience in these areas is necessary. |
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| SPECIAL UNIT 1A & 1B(Corporate & Women’s & Children’s Massage) |
| Using the techniques, assessment tools and treatment plans already taught, learn how to specifically tailor your massage treatment to cater for the special needs of women and children and corporate massages. |
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| SPECIAL UNIT 2 (Massage for people with disabilities and special needs) |
| This unit will introduce students to various mental health conditions and disabilities with the aim to increase their understanding of and decrease the stigma associated with mental health and disabilities. It will provide students with the knowledge required to tailor a treatment plan according to the special needs of their client. |
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| SPECIAL UNIT 3 (Pregnancy Massage) |
| Students will learn specific body changes that occur to mother & baby over the term of the pregnancy. They will then learn to safely conduct a pregnancy massage, including contraindications, techniques and appropriate care of the client. |
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| Forms |
 Application Form with Terms & Cond |
| Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) |
| Calendar (DRM) 2012 |
| DRM Syllabus 2012 |
| Terms & Conditions |
Address
All classes are held at :
Corrimal Community Centre, Short Street Corrimal, NSW.
Lillypilly room
Course Commences
This course is part time with evening classes.
Starts - Wed 7th March 2012
Finishes - Thurs 25th October 2012
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| Enrolments |
To secure your place in the course you must send in your application form plus a deposit of $300. This will be deducted from your first term fees. Applications and deposits must be received before the 30th January 2012.
Our numbers are limited so make sure you have your applications in as early as possible.
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PAY $1,000 (this is inclusive of the $300 deposit) by the 19th December and receive $120 off your first term fees.
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PAYMENT OF FEES: Our fees are paid by term these are set out below. These term fees must be paid 1 week prior to the term commencing or a $10 late fee will be charged.
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| Payment By Term Fees |
| Term 1 - $1,505.00 |
| Term 2 - $1,500.00 |
| Term 3 - $885.00 |
| PLEASE NOTE: Term fees are due PRIOR to the commencement of each term or a late fee of $10.00 will be charged. |
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| Part Payment of Fees |
| If you wish to part pay your term fees please contact the office before the commencement of term to arrange this. This will incur an administration fee of 5% of the total fee. |
Refund Policy, Appeals and Grievances - please read our Terms & Conditions carefully.
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| You will need to purchase |
| Course notes at a small cost – (approx $5) |
1 Textbook for Massage 7
2 Textbook for Massage 5
1 Textbook for Symptomatology
(see textbook list)
A yoga mat for Massage 7 – Posture,
stretching and flexibility
4 Towels for Practical modules.
(2 Bath Sheets & 2 Hand Towels)
please bring to all massage modules. |
| We suggest you start with a basic portable model, these start at around $250. You are not required to bring this to class. |
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| Textbook List - Diploma HLT50307 |
| PLEASE NOTE: These textbooks are for sale at the Karuna College Office two weeks prior to commencement of courses. (This does not include recommended textbooks). Textbooks are not avaiable in class. |
Please ring the office to ensure it's open
TEL - 4283 2000 or 4283 2006 |
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| Term 1 |
MASSAGE 7
Stretching & Flexibility. Simon & Schuster. (POSTURE, STRETCHING & FLEXIBILITY) Laughlin.
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MASSAGE 5
A Massage Therapist’s Guide to Understanding, Locating & Treating Myofascial Trigger Points. Chaitow,Fritz. ISBN 978 0 44310 200 4
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The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook. C. Davies. New Harbinger Publications. ISBN: 9781572243750.
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Symptomatology, Assessment & Treatment Plans. *Werner, Massage Therapist’s Guide to Pathology 3rd Ed. ISBN 071754895
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| (Recommended only) Trigger point wall chart |
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| Term 2 |
MASSAGE 6
(Recommended only) Clinical Sports Medicine Brunker & Khan, (PRINCIPLES OF REHABILITATION etc.) 3rd Ed. ISBN 9780074715208.
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| Lecturers - Diploma HLT50307 |
John Delaney DRM, Cert IV Assess & Train, Paralympics 2000, Deaflympics 2005 (Massage 6 - Principles of Rehab, Ankle & Achilles, Chest & Thoracic)
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Hilly Corris BA, MA, DRM, Cert IV Assess & Train, Deaflympics 2005,Comm Games 2006 (Special Unit 1 & Special Unit 2)
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Greg Wythes B Ed, DRM Dip Somapractic, Cert IV Assess & Train (Massage 7 - Posture,Stretching & Flexibility)
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Cathie Bromwich DRM, Diploma of Reflexology,
Cert IV Assess & Train, Formerly a registered nurse. (Massage 4 – Reflexology)
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Stephen Cooper
Modules:
DRM & (Massage 5 - Trigger Point Therapy)
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Angela Milic B.A.(Hon)USyd.
Modules: DRM (Massage 5 - Trigger Point Therapy)
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| Cathie Pacitto BNursing, Cert IV Assess & Train, AssDiploma Health Science (Symptomatology, Assessment & Treatment Plans) |
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