Certificate IV in Massage Therapy (HLT42021)

Unit 1

Establish and manage client relationships

[CHCCOM006] Establish and manage client relationships

This unit builds capacity to develop and maintain professional client relationships, using effective communication techniques to develop therapeutic relationships and respond to their enquiries.

Unit 2

Work with diverse people

[CHCDIV001] Work with diverse people

This unit develops the skills and knowledge to work respectfully and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, promoting inclusivity and cultural awareness in the workplace and a foundation for broader access to healthcare services.

Unit 3

Manage legal and ethical compliance*

[CHCLEG003] Manage legal and ethical compliance*

This unit focuses on ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards in health and community services, including understanding relevant legislation, professional codes of conduct, and managing ethical dilemmas.

Unit 4

Manage work health and safety*

[HLTWHS004] Manage work health and safety*

This unit covers advanced knowledge in managing workplace health and safety, including developing policies, conducting risk assessments, and implementing health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Unit 5

Manage the prevention and control of infection

[HLTINF004] Manage the prevention and control of infection

This unit teaches the principles of infection control, including managing infection risks, implementing hygiene practices, and educating others on preventing the spread of infection in health care settings.

Unit 6

Confirm physical health status*

[HLTAAP002] Confirm physical health status*

This unit provides the knowledge and skills to assess and confirm a client's physical health status through observation, interviews, and health history analysis, with a focus on recognizing deviations from normal health.

Unit 7

Develop massage practice

[HLTMSG009] Develop massage practice

This unit focuses on the skills required to establish and grow a professional massage practice, including developing business strategies, client relationships, and ethical practice standards.

Unit 8

Assess client massage needs*

[HLTMSG010] Assess client massage needs*

This unit covers the skills needed to conduct thorough assessments of client health and wellness in order to tailor massage treatments to meet their specific physical and therapeutic needs.

Unit 9

Provide massage treatments*

[HLTMSG011] Provide massage treatments*

This unit provides the practical knowledge to deliver a range of massage treatments, ensuring they are tailored to the client’s individual needs and delivered using safe and effective techniques.

Unit 10

Apply relaxation massage clinical practice*

[HLTMSG012] Apply relaxation massage clinical practice*

This unit focuses on delivering relaxation massage techniques in a clinical setting, ensuring clients achieve therapeutic benefits while maintaining professional standards of care and safety.

Unit 11

Research and apply evidence to practice

[CHCPOL003] Research and apply evidence to practice

This unit covers the process of conducting research and applying evidence-based practices in health care, ensuring decisions and treatments are informed by current and credible data.

Unit 12

Reflect on and improve own professional practice

[CHCPRP003] Reflect on and improve own professional practice

This unit teaches the importance of self-reflection and continuous improvement in professional practice, helping individuals enhance their skills and effectiveness through critical self-assessment and feedback.

Unit 13

Provide first aid

[HLTAID011] Provide first aid

This unit provides the skills and knowledge to deliver first aid in emergency situations, including managing injuries, performing CPR, and responding to various medical conditions.