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NZ Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage [Level 5]
Put people's wellbeing in your hands
Develop your skills to work in the field of wellness and relaxation massage with this Level 5 qualification.
After graduating you will be able to work within the scope of practice defined by wellness and relaxation massage. You will communicate with and refer to remedial massage therapists, allied health, wellness and medical professionals for specialist services.
You could also further your career path by progressing on to the NZ Diploma in Remedial Massage [Level 6].
Outline
The NZ Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage is a one year full-time or equivalent part-time programme, which offers you stimulating studies leading towards a qualification as a massage therapist.
This programme provides practical and theoretical knowledge and skills in massage and has close links with the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science.
You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff and to view our facilities.
Your Future Career & Study Opportunities
As a graduate of this diploma you can go on to study either the NZ Diploma in Remedial Massage [Level 6] or the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science [Level 7].
You will be qualified to work as a wellness and relaxation massage therapist in a broad range of wellness and relaxation massage settings including:
- Home-based massage therapy or mobile clinic
- Community-based massage therapy clinic
- Multi-disciplinary clinics
- Sports settings (non-injury work)
Dates
There are two entry dates per year:
- February
- July
Entry
Entry Requirements
Academic Criteria
- NCEA Level 2 or equivalent; or
- An NZQA recognized qualification in Massage Therapy, Level 4 or above; or
- An applicant who is over 20 can provide evidence of their ability to succeed.
Health and Professional Criteria
All applicants are required to:
- Complete a NZ Police Vetting Service Request and Consent form.
- Sign a declaration that they are in good health (having no medical, physical or psychological conditions that would preclude working with vulnerable clients).
If the declaration identifies any issue that may impact on the applicant’s ability to complete the programme, the applicant can discuss this with the Programme Coordinator at an information session. EIT | Te Pūkenga reserves the right to decline entry to the programme should an applicant’s police record or health difficulties be such that they would be considered unsuitable for the type of work undertaken whilst on this programme or by graduates of this programme. The guidelines on which this decision will be based are the relevant professional association or industry requirements.
English Language Entry Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:
- Successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (subject to conditions set by NZQA).
- Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 4 with any endorsement).
- IELTS Academic score of 5.5, with no band score lower than 5, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment.
- Accepted international equivalents to the above IELTS scores.
Entry with Credit
You may already have some knowledge or skills that can be recognised as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms, including study at a private training establishment, workplace training, other tertiary study, life experiences or voluntary work. If you think you may qualify, you may want to apply for Cross Credit (CC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
- CC is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CC if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
- RPL is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.
You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.
You must be accepted in this programme before applying for CC and/or RPL. If you think you may be awarded CC and/or RPL for a course or courses in this programme, please indicate this before you enrol in the programme, as CC and RPL cannot be awarded for a course you are already enrolled in.
For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact the Programme Administrator, Sue Jackson, on 06 830 1521.
Academic Learning Services
Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT | Te Pūkenga. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.
We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.
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Scholarships
EIT | Te Pūkenga offers a variety of scholarships across various subjects and programme levels. Some scholarships are based on your age, some are specific to the subject you want to study. Not all scholarships are based on your academic ability and anyone wanting to study should investigate what scholarships are available to them.
You can find a list of EIT | Te Pūkenga scholarships here however there are many more scholarships offered nationally. Information about these is on an database called “givME”. givME is accessible at EIT | Te Pūkenga or at some public libraries. If you would like to come to EIT | Te Pūkenga to look through the giveME database don’t hesitate to contact scholarships@eit.ac.nz or call in for a chat.