Courses
ACM's Diploma of Massage Course is the most comprehensive and inspiring massage training available.
The Diploma of Massage includes the Certificate of Massage course.
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Subjects
For details on each subject click on the Subjects Tab on the left navigation.
| 1 | Introductory Massage | 9 | Deep Tissue Massage 1 |
| 2 | Clinical Aromatherapy | 10 | Deep Tissue Massage 2 |
| 3 | Foundations of Massage 1 | 11 | Musculoskeletal Anatomy 1 |
| 4 | Foundations of Massage 2 | 12 | Musculoskeletal Anatomy 2 |
| 5 | Safe Practices | 13 | Sports Massage |
| 6 | Human Biology | 14 | Remedial Massage |
| 7 | Healthcare Business 1 | 15 | Healthcare Business 2 |
| 8 | Massage Practice 1 | 16 | Massage Practice 2 |
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The Diploma of Remedial Massage includes the full curriculum of the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice. The qualification received provides the skills in remedial massage practice. Graduates will be able to register with health funds allowing clients to receive rebates.

Your Training is compliant with Government National Standards for Diploma of Remedial Massage qualification:
- Government Accredited
- Centrelink Approved
- Health Training Package Recognised
- Includes full curriculum of Certificate of Massage Course
Your Qualification will enable you to work in a:
- private clinic with provision for health fund rebates
- larger health service alongside chiropractors, physiotherapists, naturopaths and other health care professionals
- complimentary or medical service providing injury management & rehabilitation
- national & international sporting environment
- business & corporate sector
Your Occupational Title may include:
- Remedial Therapist
- Remedial Massage Therapist
- Remedial Massage Therapy Practitioner
ACM has created faster, smarter courses, run by leading massage educators. Your learning is more effective and can be achieved in a shorter space of time.
You have two study options to choose from. You can study on-campus (classroom learning) or by correspondence (home study learning).
You will receive identical accreditation at the end of your training irrespective of the option you choose.
Both on-campus and correspondence options are exactly the same in:
- content
- assessment
- qualification received
Your decision as to whether to study by correspondence or on-campus will be based on your own needs and preferences, as well as your individual circumstances.
On-Campus
Studying on-campus enables you to attend classes for all the practical components of the course.
When studying on-campus you are provided with a class timetable listing the dates when your attendance is required (at a training centre of your choice). ACM has the largest number of training centres of any massage college in Australia.
Correspondence
Studying by correspondence enables you to study at your own pace and you are not governed by a fixed timetable.
When studying by correspondence your hand skills will be checked at the end of the course during Subject 16 - Massage Practice 2.
Course Dates are determined by your study option
Whether you choose to study on-campus or by correspondence, you can enrol anytime and commence your studies immediately.
Enrol now in the 2012 Course Timetable and receive a comprehensive home study pack containing all your theory subjects (subjects 2, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12 & 15).
Your home study pack contains everything you need to study your theory subjects in the comfort of your own home right now! Learning resources include detailed photographic manuals, textbooks, DVD´s and CD´s.
Get 25% off the Diploma Course by paying upfront in full
There are 3 different payment options available:
OPTION 1 PAY BY SUBJECT
Standard Fee
= $695 per subject
OPTION 2 PAY BY PACKAGE SAVE 5%
5% Discount
= $1,390 per package (2 subjects)
= $1,320 per package with 5% discount
OPTION 3 PAY FULL COURSE SAVE 25%
25% Discount
Have you already completed Introductory Massage - NO
= $11,120 full course (subjects 1-16)
= $8,340 full course with 25% discount
Have you already completed Introductory Massage - YES *
= $8,340 full course with discount (subjects 1-16)
= $7,645 full course less $695 intro massage credit (subjects 2-16)
* Intro Massage Credit available for On-Campus studies only
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01 - Introductory Massage Introductory Massage is the foundation subject of the unique and inspiring Certificate & Diploma courses offered by the Australian College of Massage.
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02 - Clinical Aromatherapy In Clinical Aromatherapy you will learn the uses and applications of essential oils, mixing & blending of oils, and the role aromatherapy plays in massage practice.
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03 - Foundations of Massage 1 In Foundations of Massage 1 you will gain an understanding of the power of touch as a therapeutic tool and as a means of communication for the massage professional.
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04 - Foundations of Massage 2 In Foundations of Massage 2 you will gain imperative knowledge required to select appropriate massage applications based on the benefits that each therapeutic massage type provides.
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05 - Human Biology Human Biology provides an informative study of all the body systems with reference to structure and function.
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06 - Safe Practices Safe Practices provides an overview of safe practices within the health care environment.
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07 - Healthcare Business 1 Healthcare Business 1 describes the skills required to provide administration for a clinical health practice according to the size and scale of the business.
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08 - Massage Practice 1 Massage Practice 1 requires students to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to work effectively within a massage framework.
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09 - Deep Tissue Massage 1 Deep Tissue Massage 1 presents the importance of correct technique when administering deep tissue massage to treat acute conditions.
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10 - Deep Tissue Massage 2 Deep Tissue Massage 2 looks at current research that validates therapeutic massage´s underlying physiologic mechanisms and the concept of why massage works.
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11 - Musculoskeletal Anatomy 1 Musculoskeletal Anatomy 1 provides the practical study of anatomy relevant to massage with an emphasis on surface anatomy.
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12 - Musculoskeletal Anatomy 2 Musculoskeletal Anatomy 2 continues the practical study of anatomy relevant to massage with an emphasis on surface anatomy.
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13 - Sports Massage Sports Massage introduces the knowledge and skills underlying sports massage treatments.
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14 - Remedial Massage Remedial Massage consolidates the information gathering, decision making, and plan development first presented in previous subjects.
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15 - Healthcare Business 2 Healthcare Business 2 describes the skills required to initiate and maintain continual development of professional skills and knowledge in complementary healthcare.
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16 - Massage Practice 2 Massage Practice 2 requires you to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to work effectively within a massage framework.
Subject details
- Duration
- 1200 Hours
- Fee
$11,120$8,340- Certificate Awarded
- Diploma
Student comments
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"The level of professionalism instilled by ACM means that you can trust you are delivering a service that respects and cares for each client and meets their individual needs."
Trish Hodgson
Newcastle

