New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5)
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Prepare for a career in massage therapy with the New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5), covering anatomy, physiology, therapeutic and sports massage, cultural competence, and supervised clinical practice.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 1 year
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Develop expertise in wellness and relaxation massage techniques
Graduates will be able to perform high-quality wellness and relaxation massage using a variety of industry-standard methods.
Apply knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
Students will learn the foundations of human structure and movement, supporting safe and effective massage practice.
Demonstrate cultural competence
Graduates will understand and practice massage therapy in Aotearoa with appropriate cultural competence and respect.
What You're Signing Up For
This diploma provides comprehensive training in wellness and relaxation massage, including anatomy, physiology, sports and therapeutic massage, business skills, and cultural competence in Aotearoa. You'll gain real-world experience in supervised massage clinics and develop the skills required for employment or self-employment as a massage therapist in a range of wellness, health care, and sports settings.
Course Content
- Massage Theory to Practice
- Wellness Dimensions and Client-Centred Care
- Musculoskeletal Surface Anatomy
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Sports Massage
- Te Hīhiri (Cultural Competence)
- The Professional Practitioner
- Relaxation and Wellness Massage Clinical Practice
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 with 10 literacy and 10 numeracy credits
Satisfactory police check
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Wellness
Health
Personal Care
Fitness
Future employment opportunities might be
Home-based massage therapist
Community-based massage therapist
Massage therapist in health care facilities or spa-based clinics
Massage therapist in sports and fitness facilities
Employment with sports teams or athletes
Self-employment as a massage therapist
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