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These are some common questions that a prospective student often asks.   To allow a reference point for information, we have included the most asked questions and replies in this section. Question   Are these Courses currently accredited?   Answer   Yes we are accredited. We are accredited by the Victorian Registration Qualifications Authority, Nationally Government Accredited. Question   How large are classes?   Answer   All Courses have different class numbers. The general rule is that our classes are small and the personal teaching approach is paramount.   We can arrange private classes for one student. However most classes have 8 - 12 students & group workshops of 15 - 20 students. Question   How am I taught?   Answer   Pre-requisite Course   CMT - Certificate Massage Therapy (Relaxation) - pre requisite is conducted on 2 weekends Workshops, 2 weeks apart, based on a Saturday 10.30am - 5pm and Sunday 10.30am - 5pm. Other daytime and evenings classes are also programmed, timetable on application. CLASSES   Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice - HLT 40307     Diploma of Remedial Massage - HLT 50307   In both of the above Certificate and Diploma Courses, you will find that your Workshop Classes are arranged every 4 -7 weeks, based on a Saturday 10.30am - 5pm and Sunday 10.30am - 5pm.   In some instances if a student is involved in both courses based on intensive or full-time, the timetable maybe based on a Workshops every 2 weeks.   Other daytime and evenings classes are programmed, timetable on application.   In some cases special private classes may be arranged during week nights, the aim is we arrange a tutor based on the students availability. Often when working full-time, you need the flexibility in class and clinic times – in this case we always assist the student to meet study needs. STUDENT CLINIC   For all Courses MCPT students are required to attend a minimum of 5 -10 hours per week for Clinic Placement at Wheelers Hill, Boronia and Ferntree Gully or other appointed locations.   If you are on a scholarship, you must arrange three – five hours clinic placement shifts per week.   Clinic Placement times can be based around a combination of the following shifts: - Monday to Friday 10am – 3pm or 3pm – 8pm, Saturday to Sunday 10am – 4pm. Student must arrive 30 minutes before each shift to prepare and remain up to 30 minutes to end shift.   Two – three shifts may be arranged with MCPT Administration – in some cases it is suggested that you do two (five hour) shifts with a weekend shift on a 3 week rotation. CLASS TIMES   Some weekday and weeknight classes are arranged. Most students find weekend classes the best.   Classes are arranged around the student’s timetable availability. In most cases we do not arrange regular weekly classes and dictate class times that the normal student will find it difficult to attend.   We arrange classes with discussion and the approval of the students in that class. Classes are arranged in advance allowing students to attend a choice of class times.   Unit (subject) study is part of the higher qualification in each course. You take that Workbook Unit home to study in your own time and pace. You may find that you require a teacher to help you in a difficult area of study. So what we offer is a "private teacher". This teacher is qualified in the respective area of study. Question   How do I get the "private teacher"?   Answer   All you need to do is phone MCPT Administration and give your name and request a "private teacher" for the unit of study. Discuss a date and time with our office and we will arrange a 1 hour 30 minute private class for you. Question   Will the "private teacher" cost me anything?   Answer   Your private sessions are at no additional cost. Question   What employment opportunities will I have?   Answer   Graduates are often self employed or in group practice with other health professionals, or work for health clubs, hospitals, resorts, fitness centres, sporting clubs and in remedial centres or for WorkCover clients.   Upon successful completion of Diploma in Remedial Massage, students will be able to obtain WorkCover provider numbers and other health fund provider numbers.   Question   What Skills will I have when I complete this course?   Answer   You will have the skills to give remedial, sports and therapeutic and relaxation massages.   Graduates are able to register for membership to AAMT, AMT and other various massage professional associations.   Upon successful completion students will be able to obtain WorkCover provider numbers and other health fund provider numbers.   Question   What opportunities for further studies will I have?   Answer   Graduates may continue studies in (CM) Chinese Medicine, Chinese Massage, oriental therapies, and sport or aromatherapy courses. Seek advice from the MCPT Principal. Question   How will I be assessed during the course?   Answer   All units are based on Competency and an exam in Anatomy. You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course.   Assessment includes written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will know in advance about the type of assessment and the how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal should you require to do so.   Unit Workbook Sheets are completed in your own private time. Trial exams and review exams are for the Anatomy Unit are given to students for private open book study to prepare for this final exam. Additional comments   Note: Students are required to massage other students and be massaged by other students in the class. As this forms part of the course assessment students who are unable to give or receive massages will not be able to pass the course and therefore should not enrol into this course.   Students who complete the Diploma of Remedial Massage course will also complete their Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice and receive both awards.   The Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice is the pre-requisite to the Diploma of Remedial Massage course. Question   How will I be selected for this course?   Answer We invite all interested and prospective students to attend a welcome and information session with our Operations & Training Manager Grant Walters.   A College Tour, samples of course material and inspection of MCPT College facilities and student clinic is always welcomed. MCPT is Centrelink Approved and is approved to deliver the following government accredited courses: Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice - HLT 40307     Diploma of Remedial Massage - HLT 50307   MCPT Centrelink reference number is 3P442   These courses are approved for Centrelink Student Assistance. Seek advice from your Centrelink case manager.   Scholarship Details - click here     Info updated 12 November 2008