Diploma of Remedial Massage

About the course

Build specialist skills in remedial massage to assess and treat soft-tissue dysfunction and support clients with pain, injury and mobility issues. This diploma develops practical, clinic-ready capabilities for safe client assessment, treatment planning and evidence-informed techniques used in myotherapy-related practice. You’ll study in an on-campus environment in Melbourne and graduate with a Diploma qualification in physiotherapy-related allied health. The programme builds patient care fundamentals, clinical assistance skills, and health workplace practice.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles providing remedial massage services in allied health and wellness settings, supporting clients with musculoskeletal and soft-tissue conditions. Work may be available in massage and myotherapy clinics, multidisciplinary practices, sports and fitness environments, and wellness businesses, with opportunities to operate as an independent practitioner where permitted. This Diploma supports entry into physiotherapy-aligned allied health massage careers. Preparing graduates for nursing assistant, care worker, and clinical support roles, or degree articulation.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)