New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage
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Gain the skills and knowledge to provide wellness and relaxation massage services with the New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5). Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles in massage therapy or further study.
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NZQA Level 5 Certification (120 Credits)
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Core skills this course teaches
Implement professional and ethical standards
Graduates will implement ethical standards through effective client relationship skills to offer inclusive, culturally responsive, person-centred, and safe practice.
Apply anatomy and physiology knowledge
Apply knowledge of human functioning relevant to wellness and relaxation massage to meet individual client needs.
About This Course
The New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5) equips graduates with foundational knowledge and professional skills to provide massage services for wellness and relaxation in a variety of settings. The programme covers anatomy and physiology, massage theory and hands-on practice, professional standards, and client care. Study involves a blend of online theoretical classes and face-to-face practical sessions on campus. Graduates can work as wellness and relaxation massage therapists in clinics, spas, or home-based settings, and may progress to higher qualifications in remedial massage or related health fields.
Course Content
- Massage Theory to Practice
- Wellness Dimensions and Client-Centred Care
- Musculoskeletal Surface Anatomy
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Sports Massage
- Te Hihiri
- The Professional Practitioner
- Relaxation and Wellness Massage Clinical Practice
Entry Requirements
NCEA Level 2 with 10 literacy and 10 numeracy credits
Relevant qualification at NZQF Level 3, or recognised equivalent
Build towards these roles
Wellness and relaxation massage therapist (home-based or mobile clinics)Community-based massage therapy clinicsMulti-disciplinary clinicsSpa-based massage therapy clinicsMassage roles in sports (non-injury settings)
Build skills in these industries
Health sectorMassage therapy
