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​​NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN WELLNESS & RELAXATION MASSAGE LEVEL 5

Enrolling NOW for 2025

Fees Free for Eligible Students - check the most recent information here

NZQA approved. ​Student loans & allowances available through studylink

WANT TO ENROL? Click here for the enrollment form. Once this has been received by the office, they will be in touch in a few days to confirm your place.
or call us here 09 438 6583
​or Text us here 0266832248
or send an enquiry here

This fantastic one year programme will provide the health and beauty sector, wellness and massage therapy industry with people who can provide wellness techniques & recommendations and relaxation massage therapy services including Swedish style relaxation massage, on site chair massage, pregnancy massage and some spa type massage services such as hot stones, indian head massage, body scrubs plus some amazing workshops with brilliant guest presenters.
Successful graduates will be capable of working independently here in NZ or overseas, as a small business owner, a practitioner contractor in wellness centres, on cruise ships, in International health resorts and other employment within the ever increasing wellness industry worldwide or continue onto higher level study in the massage and wellness industry.

​Attend for only 2 days a week 9-4.30pm. The rest you do in the comfort of your own home with fantatsic support from a dedicated online learning support tutor and your class tutor!

Graduates will be awarded the New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5) [ref:2740]

PROGRAMME LENGTH - 40 weeks with all school holidays off!

Average hours per week:-
Attendance 15 (2 days 9-4.30pm)
Self-directed study / online learning 15 ( this includes revision and practice)

Total hours per week 30
Total hours of programme 1200

Level 5 Total credits 120 Total learning hours 1200

COURSE FEE $7931
​ (NZQA approved – Loans and Allowances available)
Course related costs $1000 ( max).
(For eligible fees free students, this is covered by the government .
​You can check your eligibility here https://www.feesfree.govt.nz/

Course Related Costs
*Uniform –2 x School T shirts $100 plus a school hoodie approx $90
Comfortable stretchy black pants $50 (your choice)
Good black shoes $100 (your choice)
​Public Trust set up $50
*Badge - $15.00
Stationery - $50.00 approx
*Books - $160.00 approx.
Optional extra Costs
Portable Massage couch and good quality massage oil (optional) $250
* To be paid at start of course

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU
Dedication
Motivation
Commitment
Passion for the industry
Great personal presentation
Communication skills
Self responsibility for your learning
Self management
Drug free
Hygienic and self aware
All the things that will ensure your success!
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Entry is open to NZ citizens or permanent residents or Australian citizens.
Applicants will possess a good level of communication and presentation and be confident in their ability to complete the level of coursework in order to be successful.
Applicants must undertake a full course briefing to ensure they fully understand the content, aims and outcomes of the programme and that it meets their needs.
Applicants must ensure they have support systems in place to assist them to reach their goals, in terms of study time available, family support, childcare support etc.
This programme is not open to International students.
​Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 5.5 (with no score below 5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent.
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The Programme topics will include:
a) knowledge of human functioning and apply knowledge to wellness and relaxation massage therapy practise in a theoretical context as well as a practical context during extensive consultation and evaluation with clients and correct application of the 5 main massage movements of effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, vibrations and frictions.

b) anatomical aspects of human functioning including skin, musculoskeletal, nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, immunity, respiratory, metabolism, digestive, urinary, lymphatic and reproductive systems. Students will learn how to demonstrate safe and effective massage techniques to ensure human functions are not impeded nor damaged.

c) neuromusculoskeletal anatomy and relevant surface anatomy to provide theoretical and practical foundation for massage.

d) evaluate the effectiveness of wellness and relaxation massage therapy interventions for individual clients' needs through the use of thorough and extensive consultation technique and case studies, followed by evaluation and reflective practice. This consultation and case study aspect will include Client history, interviewing, communication and listening skills, objective assessments, assessment of client needs, session planning, goal management, evidence base for choice of intervention, safety considerations, ethical and professional and cultural requirements.

e) apply the knowledge and understanding of wellness and relaxation massage techniques; wellness techniques; muscle specific massage techniques; healthcare programming for stress and wellness interventions and client education.

f) underpinning knowledge in a breadth of practice covering a range of modalities as well as body mechanics and practitioner self care practices; principles of massage therapy; evidence based effects of massage therapy (including indications and contraindications); stress and wellness theory; stress management; scope of practice; boundaries; ethical considerations; professionalism; professionalization; multicultural practice; Te Tiriti o Waitangi;

g) workshops & guest speakers will cover aspects of massage modalities.

h) nutrition for general health and wellness of themselves and the client​
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i) a range of professional, self management, communication and client service knowledge and skills to meet wellness and relaxation massage therapy, client and industry needs will form underpinning knowledge across the interventions as well as record keeping and clinic management; academic skills (self reflection; reading; writing; referencing); customer service; professional and ethical behaviour.

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WISH TO ENROL? Request an enrolment form from us here
or call us here 09 438 6583
or send an enquiry here

FINANCE

Student loans and allowances
Eligible students can apply for an interest-free loan from StudyLink for your tuition fees and course-related cost or living costs.  Check www.studylink.govt.nz  for eligibility criteria and to make your application. 

What is Fees Free?
Fees Free tertiary education and training is a policy introduced in 2018 to expand participation in tertiary education and reduce student debt in New Zealand.  Fees Free covers up to $12,000 for one year’s study, paid directly to your tertiary education organisation.
To access Fees Free, you must meet the eligibility criteria, and your course or programme must also be eligible. Check the updated information here 

If you need any help, feel free to contact us for guidance and support.

​The programme is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under section 439
of the Education and Training Act 2020, and Equilibrium by Elite Limited is accredited to
provide it under section 441 of the Education and Training Act.

Kua whakamanatia tēnei akoranga e te Mana Tohu Mātauranga o Aotearoa i raro i te
wāhanga 439 o te Ture Mātauranga me te Whakangungu 2020, ā, kua whakamanatia hoki a
Equilibrium by Elite Limited ki te whakahaere i taua akoranga i raro i te wāhanga 441 o te
Ture Mātauranga me te Whakangungu 2020.
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