Diploma of Health Science (Chinese Remedial Massage)
The Diploma of Health Science (Chinese Remedial Massage) is an exciting and unique course offering at Endeavour College.
Next Intake Monday 1st September
Campus Locations
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Gold Coast, Perth
Course Length
1.5 years full-time
Part-time options available
Payment Options
FEE-HELP available for domestic students
Upfront payment
Contact Hours
From 6 hours per week (part-time)
Students will graduate with an understanding of the philosophy and history of Traditional Chinese Medicine as well as practical Chinese remedial massage techniques and skills.
Students can look forward to developing a knowledge of human biology, systems physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology in addition to Chinese Medicine theories and therapies. This course also prepares students with consultation and diagnostic techniques and Chinese remedial massage techniques including Tui Na, acupressure, moxibustion, cupping, gua sha, topical herbal applications, and medical Qi Gong.
This course has been carefully curated to optimise the student experience and learning outcomes. In response to student feedback and the evolving needs of the Chinese medicine profession in Australia, each teaching block instills students with both theoretical and practical skills. This means students will be continuously practicing and perfecting techniques as they learn them.
"My Endeavour cohort is like a family. We spend a lot of time together, studying and supporting each other. The teachers are supportive too. They listen and help as much as possible."
Learning Outcomes
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the foundational theories, history, and terminology of Chinese medicine.
Acquire palpation and Chinese remedial massage skills, including a full body sequence. Develop familiarity with the evidence base of massage therapy and understand clinical policies and procedures.
Gain proficiency in accurately locating acupuncture points and understanding their therapeutic actions. Develop familiarity with contemporary research into acupuncture points and point location.
Gain knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, including the structure and function of major body systems.
Understand the principles of managing and operating a clinical medicine practice. Reflect on professional ethical responsibilities, codes of conduct, and legal and regulatory issues.
Career Opportunities
Chinese remedial massage practitioners can practice independently as a sole trader or alongside other practitioners in a multidisciplinary setting. Practitioners will often work with other allied health practitioners such as acupuncturists, Chinese herbalists, medical doctors, physiotherapists, chiropractors, and naturopaths. There is a wide scope for specialisation in areas including sports medicine, musculoskeletal health and health maintenance.
Graduates are eligible to pathway directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture Therapies) or Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine). Graduates may also pathway into other health qualifications in a variety of related areas.
Student and Alumni Profiles
Student Profile
Discover how Clare Lucas found her passion with Chinese Medicine
Alumni Profile
Find out how Vicki Yap-Khaw found her passion
Course Structure
The Diploma of Health Science (Chinese Remedial Massage) is offered in mixed mode, with a combination of online, blended, live-streamed and on campus subjects.
Online – fully digital structured learning, supported by our expert academics. Asynchronous (not live) delivery; can study this subject at any time during the week within specified delivery periods. Specific due dates still apply to assessment items.
On campus – attend live classes on one of our 6 campuses at specific timetabled times throughout the week. Supported by online study materials.
Livestream – attend live classes virtually at specific timetabled times throughout the week. Supported by online study materials.
Blended – a mixture of online content delivery with an on campus intensive (typically 3 – 5 days) at the end of the trimester.
Contact our admissions team for additional details on the delivery mode for each subject or download the course structure here.
This subject introduces students to human anatomy and physiology, chemistry and biochemistry starting with the cell, through the various levels of structural organisation of systems to the organism, as a whole. The integration of basic chemistry, cellular biochemistry, and metabolism into the cell function is discussed. Further, students are introduced to the structure and function of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, immune, cardiac, respiratory, renal, reproductive, and integumentary systems.
This subject introduces students to the foundational theories, history, development, and terminology of Chinese medicine. Students develop an understanding of foundational Chinese medical theories, including yin yang, five elements (wu xing), the internal organs (zang xiang), the vital substances (qi, xue, jin-ye, jing, shen,), and the Chinese view of health enhancement (yang sheng). Students will identify key historical figures, publications, philosophies, and principles that have influenced the practice of Chinese medicine. Students will develop familiarity with Chinese medical terminology, including pinyin and the use of a Chinese-English dictionary. This subject orients students to the Chinese medicine profession, including its position within the contemporary global healthcare landscape, the status of its evidence basis, and the regulatory framework of Australian practice.
This subject introduces students to the foundational knowledge and skills of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) remedial massage (tui na) techniques. Historical development, foundational theories, and terminologies of the channels (jing luo), channel sinews (jing jin), the luo and divergent channel systems, cutaneous regions (pi bu), and acupuncture points (shu xue) are introduced, including musculoskeletal anatomy, proportional measurement (cun), the six divisions, and the diurnal circulation. Students locate the twelve primary channels, associated channel sinews, extraordinary channels, and selected acupuncture points. Students develop palpation and tui na skills, culminating in a full body sequence. Students develop familiarity with the evidence base of tui na therapy, and an understanding of clinical policies and procedures.
This subject will develop students’ knowledge of counselling skills and cultural competence relevant to complementary medicine health care. Students will explore the concepts of 'cultural competence and safety’ and a holistic person-centered approach as essential for working with individuals in a complementary medicine, community-based setting, and within a broader healthcare system. This subject will increase awareness of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islanders and Indigenous peoples’ culturally sensitive histories and their contemporary ways of living, relevant to developing and providing appropriate healthcare services.
This subject is designed to build on the knowledge gained in Introduction to Human Biology (BIOA111) by providing the student with the principles of physiology that underpin natural medicine. Students will explore physiology of the human skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, immune, cardiac, respiratory, renal, and reproductive systems. This subject also explores how these body systems are integrated to maintain homeostasis within the body in a coordinated manner. The study of systems physiology is fundamental to the development of student’s understanding of the normal physiological function. Being able to integrate the normal physiology of the systems provides a strong foundation for ongoing studies where students will develop a deeper insight into diseases that affect these systems
This subject introduces students to consultations and pathophysiology in Chinese medicine and develops students’ skill in clinical reasoning utilising disease differentiation (bian bing), pattern differentiation (bian zheng), and Chinese medicine diagnostic methods. Students will develop familiarity with these frameworks, including the eight principles (ba gang), the channels (jing luo) organs (zang fu), five elements (wu xing), vital substances (qi, xue, jing, jin-ye), six divisions (liu jing bian zheng), and four levels (wei qi ying xue), and the san jiao, incorporating the aetiology and pathogenesis of disease. Students develop practical skills in professional communication and the four diagnostic methods, including collecting, organising, analysing and interpreting clinical information, and the formation of a diagnosis and treatment principles informed by the presenting health issue.
This subject develops students’ skill in accurately locating the acupuncture points of the fourteen channels and principal non-channel points and introduces the theories of point prescriptions. Students will learn key terminology and theories associated with acupuncture points, including their nomenclature, and pinyin names. Students will develop familiarity with contemporary research into acupuncture points and point location. Students will be able to identify the categories, cautions, and contraindications for all points, and will also be able to describe the primary therapeutic actions and indications for major points to inform point prescriptions for the application of Chinese manual therapy techniques.
This subject comprises in-class lectures and activities, with digital support and clinical placement within the Endeavour clinical practice facilities. Students develop novice skills in musculoskeletal assessment, channel based diagnostic frameworks, biomedical investigative reports, and the management of simple acute musculoskeletal conditions. Students will investigate the historical development and research findings relevant to Chinese manual therapies and develop their capacity in Chinese remedial massage (tui na), moxa, guasha, cupping, topical Chinese herbs and liniments, Chinese medical exercise, and relevant infection control procedures. Students will consolidate their practical skills through supervised clinical practicum experiences preparing them for further study.
This subject introduces foundational concepts in pathophysiology and pharmacology, including medical terminology, common symptoms, and diagnostic methods. It covers infectious diseases, abnormal immune responses, and conditions affecting major body systems such as cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, neurological, endocrine, and reproductive systems. The focus includes aetiology, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and pharmacological management, highlighting key red flag symptoms. Basic pharmacological principles such as pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, administration routes, and major drug classes used in treating these conditions are also discussed.
This subject involves in-class case-based discussions and clinical placements at Endeavour’s facilities. Students observe acupuncturists in consultations and participate in tutorials to understand clinical reasoning, decision making, and point prescription formulation. They will use traditional theories, evidence-based knowledge, and client input to inform clinical decisions and reflect on their performance. Practical skills will be consolidated through performing acupuncture, Chinese remedial massage (tui na), and lifestyle therapies on model patients, adhering to clinical procedures and professional standards. Students will also act as clinical assistants, preparing for future placements as senior student practitioners.
This subject provides students the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills gained from previous study within a clinical placement. Undertaken within Endeavour’s clinical practice facilities under the supervision of qualified Chinese remedial massage practitioners. Students will develop a patient centred approach to the practice of Chinese remedial massage, and become familiar with the role of Chinese remedial massage within an interprofessional health-care model. Students will utilise feedback from their supervisors and patients as well as selfreflection to develop their capacity as a practitioner of Chinese remedial massage. Included within this subject will be the utilisation of manual techniques (including Chinese remedial massage, cupping, moxa, guasha, and laser therapies), and clinical management practices (including clinic operational and retail functions).
This subject develops students’ ability to apply Chinese medicine pattern differentiation in the management of a range of health conditions using Chinese medicine manual therapies. Students will develop knowledge and skill in applying differential diagnosis, treatment principles, treatment planning, evidence basis, and treatment provision to support patients across the stages of their life, and in the management of orthopaedic and common internal medicine conditions.
This subject provides students with the tools to manage and operate a clinical medicine practice by exploring business planning, marketing and finance as well as gaining an understanding of legal and regulatory issues. It also enables students to reflect upon their professional ethical responsibilities in relation to codes of conduct and / or ethical codes within their respective professional associations’ membership protocols. Students will also learn how to be prepared for starting their own clinical practice and get familiar with the processes they need to follow for setting up their practice in complementary medicine
Endeavour Clinic
Students gain significant clinical experience at Endeavour Wellness Clinics under the supervision of qualified practitioners. Book an appointment today or simply drop in for a first-hand look at where you'll complete your practical/clinical subjects.
Professional Associations
Diploma of Health Science (Chinese Remedial Massage) graduates may apply for membership with the following professional associations:
Additional Course Options
Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine)
Immerse yourself in a bespoke and innovative Chinese Medicine degree and develop proficiency in Acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and Chinese herbal dispensing.
Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture Therapies)
Gain the specialised skills required to become a qualified Acupuncturist with the Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture Therapies).