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New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Diploma

Next start date

Expected Feb 2026

Campus

Invercargill Campus

Summary

Graduates of The New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5) is the entry level qualification required to start your career in the massage industry or to progress to a higher qualification.You will develop a base knowledge and develop professional skills required. This qualification is well regarded by employers in the Massage Industry.Graduates will:Implement professional and ethical standards through effective client relationship skills to offer inclusive, culturally responsive, person centered, safe practiceApply knowledge of anatomy and physiology (human functioning) relevant to wellness and relaxation massage to meet client needsApply knowledge of wellness and relaxation massage and other methods within breadth of practice to develop and manage client specific sessions plansPerform wellness and relaxation massage and other methods within the breadth of practice to develop and manage client specific sessions plansApply a range of self-management and client service knowledge and skills to meet wellness and relaxation massage client and industry requirements

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