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.
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.
Campus Information
Brisbane Campus
Endeavour College of Natural Health's Brisbane campus is located at 269 Wickham Street in Fortitude Valley, close to the Valley train station and multiple bus stops. Surrounding amenities including a post office, ATM facilities, the Valley swimming pool, as well as dozens of cafes and restaurants in Brisbane's Chinatown, Newstead and New Farm. Campus facilities include an extensive Library of physical collections and online resources, campus wide wi-fi, Wellspring Bookstore, student common areas and kitchen facilities, fit for purpose classroom and laboratory settings, onsite teaching clinics, and access to local Student Advisers during College operating hours.
Sydney Campus
Endeavour College of Natural Health's Sydney campus is located at 815 George Street, Haymarket in the CBD. Central Station is within a short walk, along with multiple bus stops, and a huge range of restaurants and cafes. Campus facilities include an extensive library of physical collections and online resources, student common areas and kitchen facilities, fit for purpose classroom and laboratory settings, onsite teaching clinics, and access to local Student Advisers during College operating hours.
Melbourne Campus
Endeavour College of Natural Health's Melbourne campus is located in the heart of the city, on the corner of Elizabeth and La Trobe Streets and across from Melbourne Central. It is close to public transport, as well as Melbourne's famous shopping and restaurant districts, cinemas and entertainment. Campus facilities include an extensive library of physical collections and online resources, student common areas and kitchen facilities, fit for purpose classroom and laboratory settings, onsite teaching clinics, and access to local Student Advisers during College operating hours.
Gold Coast Campus
Endeavour College of Natural Health's Gold Coast campus is located in the heart of Southport. It is close to public transport and several shopping and restaurant districts, as well as popular parklands and beaches. Campus facilities include an extensive library of physical collections and online resources, student common areas and kitchen facilities, fit for purpose classroom and laboratory settings, onsite teaching clinics, and access to local Student Advisers during College operating hours.
Perth Campus
Endeavour College of Natural Health's Perth campus is located just one kilometre from the city centre and is readily accessible by bus or train. It is close to Wellington Square Park and cafes on nearby Royal Street. Campus facilities include an extensive library of physical collections and online resources, student common areas and kitchen facilities, fit for purpose classroom and laboratory settings, onsite teaching clinics, and access to local Student Advisers during College operating hours.
Intakes
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- July
- Sep
- Oct
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
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.
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Admissions processes are applied fairly and openly, with the key measure being the applicant’s passion and capacity to succeed in their chosen course and career.
Of course there are admissions criteria that all successful applicants must meet, to ensure this success is achievable. All admissions criteria apply consistently across all campus locations and study modes, with any course-specific criteria being outlined in the Inherent Course Requirements.
To gain entry to an accredited undergraduate course at Endeavour College, applicants must satisfy the general requirements and other entry requirements by type of background as outlined below.
- A completed higher education qualification at AQF level 5 (diploma) or above, or equivalent, from an Australian University or another accredited higher education provider OR
- Successful completion of at least 1 semester of an AQF level 6 (Associate Degree) or above, or equivalent, from an Australian University or another accredited higher education provider OR
- Successful completion of a Tertiary Preparation or University Bridging course.
- In addition, applicants in this category must have studied a science related subject within their last two years of study (high school or higher education) (Evidence required in the form of academic transcript)
All other Bachelor degrees and Undergraduate Certificates (other than Human Biology, as below):
IELTS 6.5 (overall score – no sub score less than 6.0)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE 176-184)
Pearson (PTE) Academic Score of 59 (overall score)
Paper based (PBT) TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 577
Internet based (iBT) TOEFL score of 90.
Diploma of Health Science and Undergraduate Certificate in Human Biology:
IELTS 6.0 (overall score – no sub score less than 5.5)
Cambridge English: First (FCE 169-175)
Pearson (PTE) Academic Score of 52 (overall score)
Paper based (PBT) TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 537
Internet based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year 06 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
33360 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: N/A