Chisholm Institute

HLT42021

Certificate IV in Massage Therapy

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Our Massage Therapy course will teach you the practical skills and knowledge to work as a professional massage therapist in a variety of settings.

You’ll learn techniques like relaxation massage, Swedish massage, deep tissue massage and therapeutic massage. Learning a range of massage techniques will enable you to work with various clients and positively impact their wellbeing.

Assess and treat real members of the public under guidance of our experienced clinic supervision team in our Student Massage Clinic.

Once successfully completed, you’ll be qualified to perform relaxation massage and register with professional associations. You may find employment as a therapist at a day spa, health resort or multidisciplinary clinic.

Delivery mode

Chisholm Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Fletcher Road, Frankston

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

A valid volunteer Working with Children (WWC) Check and a valid National Police Record Check, Applicants must be 18 years of age at the time of commencement of the course, Applicants must successfully complete BKSB assessment with an outcome of exit level 3 (working at 4) for literacy and exit level 2 (working at 3) for numeracy

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $10,092 Fees are based on full-time study.
VIC
  • VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$10,092
Full Fee Tuition:
$10,092
Enquire with Chisholm Institute to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $10,092 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate IV in Massage Therapy will prepare you for the following roles.

Massage Therapist

Massage Therapists help their clients relax, destress, and recover from injury using a range of different massage and relaxation techniques. As a m...

Avg yearly income $69,316
Entry barriers Low

Natural Therapist

A Natural Therapist treats patients using a range of natural techniques such as aromatherapy, massage or herbal medicine. You might specialise in a...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Remedial Massage Therapist

Remedial Massage Therapists use a range of massage techniques to treat tired, damaged, and strained muscles, plus musculoskeletal dysfunction. As a...

Avg yearly income $70,200
Entry barriers Low

Spa Therapist

Spa Therapists perform a range of body and relaxation treatments at day spas, wellness centres, hotels, resorts and retreats. A day in the life of ...

Avg yearly income $65,520
Entry barriers Low

About Chisholm Institute

We are one of Victoria’s premier public vocational education and training provider, prominently placed across Melbourne’s south east manufacturing heartland and residential growth corridors.

We pride ourselves on our record of providing quality education and training that leads to real career outcomes. Our long-term success means you can trust that you’ll learn job ready skills, and earn a respected qualification.

We are a government-owned TAFE that offers over 250 certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, bachelor and graduate certificate courses, with each course carefully structured to ensure that all of our graduates finish with the skills needed to further their career aspirations. We are a safe investment in your future.