Accredited Massage courses by Maureen Harmony and The College of Healing Therapies in Dubbo, NSW and Coolum (Sunshine Coast), Qld for those interested in pursuing a career path in Massage and Natural Therapies, as well as non-accredited short courses. Accredited massage courses are a combination of in-class intensives and homestudy.
'The course overall was excellent, more than just learning technique but learning about the whole person. The best thing is that Maureen inspires and encourages you so that you can and will achieve. Definite 20/20 experience. Thank you.' RD 2004
'I have found the course to be an amazing journey of discovery, not just about massage, also about myself. The techniques are excellent. The way you teach is for ease of learning & I have appreciated that. Thank you for letting me dip my hand into your wealth of knowledge' AM 2004
'You read everyone's comments prior to entering the course. I now know, myself, that they are true' LM 2004
'Maureen’s attitude to teaching boosts our learning abilities and is always encouraging and confidence boosting. It is a wonderful feeling to know that a woman as successful as Maureen believes in ‘you’ every step of the way. Thank you.' Lesleigh A. 4/11/2000
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The College is a Registered Training Organisation with VETAB (a Government Vocational Education & Training Accreditation Board) and provides massage course students with Nationally Recognised Training in Dubbo, NSW and the Sunshine Coast for HLT50307 and HLT40307.
Maureen is a Nationally Recognised Training Provider.
Maureen and The College are also accredited with ATMS (Australian Traditional Medicine Society) and graduates of the College's massage and aromatherapy courses can apply for membership with ATMS without further assessment.
Maureen and The College are also accredited with PCHA (Professional Clinical Hypnotherapists Association of Australia Inc) to teach Clinical Hypnotherapy and graduates of this course can apply for membership with PCHA without further assessment.
Click on the titles below to view the outlines of the courses. Please contact Maureen for a full syllabus.
NATIONALLY accredited courses:-
'You have given the greatest gift anyone can give another person. You Believed in Us'. Diploma Course 2009
ATMS & PCHA accredited courses:-
Short, interest courses
'I have very much enjoyed the course and have learnt more than I thought possible. Everything is well thought out by Maureen and delivered in an easy to understand manner. Her dedication shines through and I've often taken comfort in her confidence and positiveness.' KR 2007 grad
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Certificate IV in Massage HLT40307 - 1 year
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A Nationally Recognised Training Course
Your qualification will be recognised Australia wide |
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Next courses: Nine practical course weekends (one weekend a month) :-
in Dubbo, NSW from 27 February to October, 2010
- plus homestudy and home massage practice
in Coolum Beach, Qld from 13 February to October 2010
- plus homestudy and home massage practice
OR.....Monday/Tuesday, ONCE a month
in Coolum Beach, Qld from 12/13 April to November 2010
- plus homestudy and home massage practice
you can enrol now and commence your homestudy now
Tuition is payable in full (saving $$s) or in instalments. Tuition includes your own portable massage table, massage oil, anatomy textbooks, etc.
You are qualified to work as a Massage Therapist at the successful completion of the course
Class size is limited to allow personalised training from Maureen Harmony
Enjoyable, holistic therapy course including Relaxation, Remedial, Swedish, Facial and Sports Massage
Course content includes all required Government and Association training for this qualification
You will have a portable career (qualifications recognised Australia wide)
‘... overall a fantastic course and the beginning to a new career and lifestyle for myself...highly recommended.’(JB'07)
‘ Wonderful experience, fantastic journey of growth in knowledge, skills & self’ (SE'07)
‘Thank you for being a wonderful teacher, providing an excellent learning course’ (JV'07)
Courses have lots of interesting and varied up-to-date content meeting current and emerging massage
industry needs, e.g. aged care, spa therapy and sports
After you receive your qualifications at the end of the Certificate IV course you can start earning an income as a qualified Massage Therapist while you achieve your Diploma (if planning to continue to study)
Focus is on developing your massage skills and also your confidence to use them
Our massage techniques are therapist/ client friendly - we do NOT teach ‘no pain no gain' massage - focus is on using effective techniques not ‘brute force' - enabling your hands (and your career) to last longer
Next course is commencing soon.... please contact Maureen for more details and to reserve your place in this popular course
Students of the above Certificate IV course are able to continue study with Maureen during weekends in the months following the Cert IV to learn Reflexology, Deep Muscle Massage, Colour Therapy, Polarity (energy massage), Dr. Bach Remedies and other holistic therapy subjects. This additional study enables graduates of the Certificate IV to qualify for the Maureen Harmony Diploma in Massage (ATMS accredited Australia wide)
‘Fantastic course, to be setup for life is great!. It’s so exciting to be able to explore a whole new career. I feel so confident in my new abilities that I believe I can build a lucrative business. Thank you so much’ CA (grad '07)
For a syllabus please contact us
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Diploma of Remedial Massage HLT50307 - 2 year
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A Nationally Recognised Training Course
Your qualification will be recognised Australia wide |
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This course, which is a combination of in class intensives and homestudy, may be undertaken as a two year course, or as a second year of study for those who already have the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice HLT40307.
This two year massage course takes place with Maureen Harmony & The College of Healing Therapies in Dubbo, NSW and Sunshine Coast, Qld once a month from February to November each year (with homestudy and massage practice)
The next first year segment of the course (Certificate IV) commences February 2010 in Dubbo and Coolum .......... Enrolments have already been received so available spaces are now limited.
The second year of the Diploma HLT50307 is a combination of Advanced Massage Skills, Myofascial Release and Aromatherapy studies and this HLT50307 course is accredited and is ABSTUDY / AUSTUDY approved (please contact me for details on how to apply for abstudy/austudy).
Graduates will receive the Diploma of Remedial Massage HLT50307 and transcript. This is nationally recognised training.
Graduates of the first year Maureen Harmony Diploma course are able to undertake post graduate studies with Maureen in the weekends following their HLT50307 course and receive advanced training in Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Deep Muscle Massage, Polarity, Lymphatic massage techniques and other advanced holistic therapy subjects (studied in the first year Maureen Harmony Diploma). This additional study enables graduates of the Diploma HLT50307 to apply for the Maureen Harmony Advanced Diploma in Massage, which is accredited with the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS)
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Diploma of Clinical Aromatherapy
This course concentrates on the study of Aromatherapy. It is an Australian Traditional Medicine Society accredited course.
Course content is comprehensive and interesting, and concentrates on the study of Aromatherapy* and includes Aromatherapy Full Body Massage Techniques, Advanced Aromatherapy Studies, Practical Aromatherapy, Psycho Aromatherapy, Aromatherapy for men, women, children and animals, Mixing of essential oils to make aromatherapy products, Supervised Practical Clinical Training (in class), Anatomy and Physiology and lots more. Tuition includes many extras.
*Clinical Aromatherapy has a ‘holistic' influence on the body, thoughts and emotions, and is a therapy suitable for both male and female clients. Its abilities are so vast that it can be used with the majority of symptoms, e.g. to calm a baby or relieve the pain of arthritis or enhance the alertness of a student or athlete in a safe and body balancing way. It can aid in toning muscles, relaxing nerves and enhancing your overall massage results. Clients have commented on the longer lasting results from the massage when particular aromatherapy oils have been used.Enrolments are limited to allow personalised and individualised tuition. The next course commences in Peregian Beach, Qld. in February 2010.
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Diploma of Clinical Hypnotherapy
This course is designed for medical and natural therapy trained practitioners who wish to work within a holistic* framework. (*holistic therapy focuses on the body, thoughts and emotions as a whole)
Enquire re a 2010 course on the Sunshine Coast, Qld.
Change the state of your mind and you change the health of your body !
It is my personal and clinical experience over the past twenty five years that everyone can achieve a more satisfying quality of life by changing unwanted thoughts and habits.
With the aid of Clinical Hypnotherapy you can help your clients..... overcome unwanted habits (overeating, smoking, etc), improve their self image, master new skills, improve their memory and concentration, release past unpleasant experiences that are causing dis-ease within the body in a gentle, non-traumatic way...and lots more that I will share with you during the course.
Practical sessions for the Diploma of Clinical Hypnotherapy (a PCHA accredited course) take place eight weekends during the year (e.g. between January and December) with homestudy in between course weekends.
Course content is comprehensive and interesting, and concentrates on the study of Hypnotherapy and includes The Conscious and Inner Conscious Mind, Hypnotherapy techniques and their practical application for symptom removal, Self hypnosis, Counselling skills, Emotions and understanding their effect on the body, and lots more. The course content is presented in a practical and easy to understand format with lots of case history references and opportunities to practice your new skills under supervision. Graduates of the course are eligible to apply for membership to the Professional Clinical Hypnotherapists of Australia Inc. without having to undertake further assessment.
Enrolments are limited to allow personalised tuition.
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Anatomy and Physiology course by correspondence
This correspondence course is for the student who wishes to qualify in Anatomy & Physiology, or to refresh their A & P knowledge, or for the student who needs A & P to complete a course and for those who want more than a fun course.
The course covers in-depth information about the structure and function of the body required for Massage, Aromatherapy, Hypnotherapy, Reflexology (and like courses) or for health occupations
The correspondence course will cover an in-depth study of all systems of the body. There will be four written theory reviews through the course (these can be done in your location). Assistance is given for people with learning difficulties.
This course satisfies the A & P requirements for Maureen’s massage & aromatherapy courses, and upon successful completion, students will receive a Statement of Attainment for HLT07 Health Training Package unit HLTAP501A and a transcript.
Tuition includes text books, study guide and wall charts.
You may purchase this course from our secure on-line webshop by clicking here
This cost of this course will be deducted from the Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice HLT40307 if you enrol in that course within 18 months from commencement of the A & P correspondence course. Note also that continuing education can be tax deductible.
Short, Interest Courses
All courses are available as weekend or weeknight courses - dates depend on Maureen's availability and demand for the course.
- Basic Massage - Coolum 17/18 April '10. Contact me for details
- Reiki I & II
- Relaxation Skills - Coolum 20/21 March. Contact me for details
- Introduction to Aromatherapy
- Dr. Bach Remedies
- Reflexology
- Colour Therapy
Comments From Some Of Maureen's Graduates:
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I have got so much out of doing this course, plus learnt to do something I can enjoy. You are correct - I can achieve my goals ....It is so hard to express my gratitude for everything I have absorbed from your class. Thanks again - A.W.
...A holistic course covering the person as a whole. Thank you for your care - MD
I found the course to be beneficial in all areas. I feel more confident with massage & myself. The techniques were great, very easy to learn. .....10 out of 10. - T.P.
Excellent! Tutors were extremely good ....... Would recommend this course to anyone interested in this field. - K.M.
I found the course to be extensive. Basically, I felt that the course covered everything I needed to know... I was glad so much was practical. Thanks for everything, its been a great year and certainly set my life on a new path! - F.M.
.....I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the course. It was very thorough. I’ve learnt a lot about myself... not to mention about the human body. I’m really glad I took the challenge and did the course - K.H.
....The theory on anatomy was very thorough - I actually enjoyed reading & studying from the textbook. The practical aspect of the course covered a wide range of types of massages that will be very useful for different sorts of situations......Thank you - M.O.
It was very good. I didn’t feel like I was in a "school room" situation which helped me learn easier. - K. H.
A course that could be recommended to anybody, because not only do you learn to help peoples problems, you learn so much about the body, especially your own. It’s been terrific. - O.B.
Found the course very educational and informative. All aspects covering many areas of massage ailments. Enjoyed question and answers, and feedback from other students and tutors. Good to cover different massage techniques (instead of being stuck on only one), and other alternative remedies, and Dr Bach and Aromatherapy. - D.F.
Highly recommended & very relaxing. Learnt a lot. "Love the Bach Flowers". Met heaps of great people. - D.T.
Very rewarding....... I just love being able to help people and see their positive reactions to the massage. I thought the course was well designed with a good balance; tutors helpful & patient. Thanks Maureen. - D. C.
Enjoyed every minute. Feel much more confident with learning as I have not studied for many years. Thank you for a most rewarding course. - A.C.
What a wonderful course. I can’t wait to get out in the mainstream. Very worthwhile. I have learnt a lot. - C.A.
This course has changed my life...... Maureen has been the best guide that I could have asked for .... I recommend this course to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Thank you very much Maureen - sincerely J.A.
The content was really good and it was a lot of fun. I’m glad I did it. - J.M.
Very organised, which was excellent and most appreciated. Excellent massage teaching .....Good value for money. Fair..... Overall - recommend this course. Thank you very much. - M.S.
I enjoyed your classes because you ran them in an organised, professional and efficient manner. You offered much more than massage which I was thankful for. It has answered many questions for me!! - E.H.
.....what an experience .... I have enjoyed every moment Maureen and all the new friends I’ve made. Thank you, thank you. L.B.
Very informative. A good way to learn the art of massage, as well as an excellent introduction to the Natural Therapies. - F.R.
Very enjoyable & rewarding. Not only the practical, which is comprehensive, but I have learnt a great deal from the anatomy and physiology theory - some things of which I was quite ignorant. Maureen Harmony is an astute teacher ........A great course. - T.P.
....One of the greatest attributes to the course is the way we learnt the massage as a part of holistic healing - not as a separate healing therapy. Thanks. - S.D.
This was one of the greatest years of my life. Thank you Maureen firstly for teaching me all about massage and the benefits, for helping me to understand myself and others..... I was pleased with all aspects of the course, the teaching and instruction were great. Thank you Maureen. - D.F.
‘Great! Have learnt so much about myself and life in general! Such a positive and inspirational experience. Loved it!! Made some really fantastic friends which has been an extra bonus! Great to have learnt so many different techniques and skills!’ SM
‘It has been a very beneficial course, not only for the new skills but the personal growth I have experienced through the year’ KH
‘Your course was/is very enjoyable. I learnt a lot of things I never knew about myself... the body as a whole... and a lot of other neat things. I really liked how you incorporated a lot more subjects in and the way that you expressed your views and listened to ours. Thanks’ TT
‘It was a very enjoyable course, great fun, met some wonderful people..... I recommend it to anyone ..... great teacher ..... I will be back to do another course next year.... Excellent!’ JF
‘Thoroughly enjoyed. Appreciate the scope of massage styles I have learnt and have at my disposal. So pleased that my husband and I have done this together..... Will always carry a bit of your wisdom around with me. Thank you’ CH
‘More than just a massage course. I’ve learned about taking a holistic approach to my life and helping others. Thank you Maureen for your continued patience, understanding, knowledge and ability to put things into terms we could all understand. You are a wonderful teacher and I am proud to be one of your graduates.’ KH
‘It has been a great experience. I have learnt so much about massage and myself..... I have made valuable friendships...... I appreciate and acknowledge the guidance through the year.’ ID
‘What an incredible journey of learning. Not only of massage techniques, but of self discovery.... what an amazing thing the human form is. Highly recommended to anyone interested in learning massage....... a whole new world.’ VB
‘I have found this course to be the best experience of my life ......there should be more people around who have your positive attitude, as well as insight. Thank you.’ RC
‘I have been so enriched by the experience. I thank you for being on my new path.’ KW
‘My sister is a massage therapist in Melbourne. As her diploma only covered massage, by the time she had attended additional courses to acquire as many techniques as I have learnt in my one course, it cost her over $10,000!' RC
‘FANTASTIC. I came into the course with certain expectations, and I have now finished the course way beyond my expectations, getting a whole lot more enjoyment and satisfaction out of massage than I thought. Love the friendship and feel heaps more confident in myself than when I started.... I was really looking for something and I found it. Thanks heaps’ VB
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