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NZQA Level 5 Manual Lymphatic Drainage Registrations Now Open!
NZQA Level 5 Manual Lymphatic Drainage Registrations Now Open!
We offer the following courses, some carrying NZQA credits and others with HHT Ltd certification. Scroll down for more information.
NZQA Level 5 Anatomy and Physiology course
NZQA Level 4 Holistic Massage Therapy course
NZQA Level 5 Holistic Pulsing course
NZQA Level 5 Deep Tissue Massage Therapy course
NZQA Level 5 Anatomy & Physiology
NZQA Level 5 400 hr Anatomy and Physiology for Holistic Bodyworkers. Micro-Credential
NZQA Credits: 40
Hours:
400 (8 hours per week, full-time, or 4.5 hours per week part time). There are no deadlines for completion of the programme, or scheduled assignment returns. If your circumstances change so you are unable to complete within a one or two year time frame, we can put you on “hold”. You can of course, complete much more quickly than this – it is over to you. It often takes less than 500 hours.
Delivery:
Distance Learning; full tutor support. The course is delivered via Google Classroom, including an Audio-Visual presentation for each Module. All resources are provided, you do not need to purchase any additional texts.
Assessment:
One Assignment per Module (10 Modules).
Open book - 40% of your total mark comes from your combined assignment results.
Final exam – 3-hour paper, open book, supervised by your nominated supervisor, counts for 60% of your final total.
Delivery Modes: All assignments are downloaded from Google Classroom.
Resources:
10 Resource Booklets.
AV presentations for each Module.
10 open-book assignments.
On-line quiz for each Module.
10 Glossaries of key terms with each Module, and one mega merged Glossary.
List of common abbreviations in A&P.
Summary of key Greek and Latin terms used in anatomy.
Practice examination.
Full tutor support via email, text, or phone. Rapid response guaranteed.
Cost: From $1100. Instalment plans available.
Payment Options:
There is an initial $200 registration fee for all Introductory materials. Followed by either:
Three instalments of $300 at Modules One, Five and Eight.
One Payment of $900 at module one..
NZQA Level 4 Holistic Massage Therapy
NZQA level 4 Holistic Massage Micro-Credential.
NZQA Credits: 4
Hours: 40.
1 Hr Online Tutorial
12 - 16 hours tutorial/workshop based learning.
25 - 30 hours self directed learning assignment and Case Studies.
2 - 3 hour hands on assessment.
Delivery:
One to one tutorial, small group tutorial or workshop.
Assessment:
Written Assignment.
10 Case Studies.
Study of theory manual and AV presentation.
Hands-on Competency Assessment.
Resources:
Online Tutorial
Theory Manual.
AV presentation on techniques delivered in the training (USB).
Supporting materials used in tutorials.
Full tutor support via email text or phone.
Cost:
The course and Certification will cost $1800 per person in total.
Workshop fees are the same and tutorial fees.
Payment is per tutorial: Online Tutorial: $300; T1: $400; T2: $300; T3 $300; T4: $200.; Assessment: $300.
Additional tutorials are charged at $100 per hour. Min 2 hours.
Please note the course cost will increase to $1800 on the 1st Jan 2026.
Delivery sites:
Auckland; Bay of Plenty; Palmerston North; Nelson; Christchurch; Otago
Workshops are run in other parts of the country, check out workshops page for more information
NZQA Level 5 Holistic Pulsing: Foundations
NZQA-approved 5 credits Level 5 Holistic Pulsing.
Holistic Pulsing is a non-invasive, deeply nurturing and relaxing body mind therapy that can deliver surprising levels of relief from a range of symptoms and insight into underlying conditions.
Whether you are new to body work, or an experienced practitioner, you can start with an NZQA Level 5, 50 hour workshop or tutorial training, which will give you the skills to either give relaxing sessions, or add to your existing skill set.
If you choose to advance with Holistic Pulsing, you can progress to Intermediate and Advanced trainings to complete the Certificate.
NZQA Level: 5
Hours:
50 hours, 5 credits. Optional certificated exit point.
Delivery: Level 1.
For Levels 2 and 3, contact HHT Ltd.
12 - 16 hours tuition by one-to-one, small group tutorial or workshop.
Self-directed study - 6 case study sessions with individual clients.
2 personal Holistic Pulsing sessions received.
Fees:
Online tutorial and background reading $300
12 hours (up to a maximum of 16) in-person training, either one-to-one or workshop, $1200
2-3 hour assessment $300
Assessment:
One written Assignment
Practical hands-on assessment
NZQA Level 5 Deep Tissue Massage Therapy
NZQA Level 5 Deep Tissue Micro-Credential.
NZQA Credits: 6
Hours: 60.
1 Hr Online Tutorial
12 - 16 hours tutorial/workshop based learning.
45 - 50 hours self directed learning assignment and Case Studies.
2 - 3 hour hands on assessment.
Delivery:
One to one tutorial, small group tutorial or workshop.
Assessment:
Written Assignment.
10 Case Studies..
Hands-on Competency Assessment
Resources:
Online Tutorial
Theory Manual.
AV presentation on techniques delivered in the training (USB).
Supporting materials used in tutorials.
Full tutor support via email text or phone.
Cost:
The course and Certification will cost $1950 per person in total.
Workshop fees are the same and tutorial fees.
Payment is per tutorial: Registration and Online Tutorial: $300; T1: $300; T2: $300; T3 $300; T4: $300.; Written Assignment: $150; Assessment: $300.
Additional tutorials are charged at $100 per hour. Min 2 hours.
Delivery sites:
Auckland; Bay of Plenty; Palmerston North; Nelson; Christchurch; Otago
Workshops are run in other parts of the country, check out workshops page for more information
NZQA Level 5 Manual Lymphatic Drainage
NZQA Level 5 Manual Lymphatic Drainage Micro-Credential. (Registrations open now)
NZQA Credits: 6
Hours: 60.
3 Hr Online Tutorial and background reading
12 - 16 hours tutorial/workshop-based learning.
45 - 50 hours self directed learning assignment and Case Studies.
2 - 3 hour hands on assessment.
Delivery:
One to one tutorial, small group tutorial or workshop.
Assessment:
Written Assignment.
10 Case Studies..
Hands-on Competency Assessment
Prerequistes:
Level 4 Holsitic Massage Micro-credential
Level 5 Anatomy and Physiology Micro-Credential
Level 5 Deep Tissue Micro-credential
Or
Level 5 Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation massage
Agree equivalent
Resources:
Online Tutorial
Theory Manual.
AV presentation on techniques delivered in the training (USB).
Supporting materials used in tutorials.
Full tutor support via email text or phone.
Cost:
The course and Certification will cost $1950 per person in total.
Workshop fees are the same and tutorial fees.
Payment is per tutorial: Registration and Online Tutorial: $300; T1: $300; T2: $300; T3 $300; T4: $300.; Written Assignment: $150; Assessment: $300.
Additional tutorials are charged at $100 per hour. Min 2 hours.
Delivery sites:
Auckland (from 20/4/2026); Bay of Plenty (now); Otago (from 20/4/2026)
Workshops are run in other parts of the country, check out workshops page for more information
Pregnancy Relaxation Massage Therapy
HHT Qualification in Pregnancy Relaxation Massage Therapy.
Hours: 15
Delivery and Assessment:
8 hours workshop training or 5 hrs one to one Training.
6 hours self directed work and case study practice.
1 hour written assignment.
Resources:
Theory Manual.
AV presentations on techniques delivered in the training (USB).
Tutorial support materials.
Full tutor support via email text or phone.
Cost:
$400.00 per person.
Hot Stone Massage Therapy
HHT Qualification in Hot Stone Massage Therapy
Hours:
3 - 4 by one to one tutorial; 6 hours by small group tutorial or workshop.
Delivery:
Tutor based hands on training.
Assessment:
1 hour written assignment.
Resources:
Theory Manual
Tutorial supporting materials
Cost:
$400 per person
Business Guidance for NZ Massage Therapists
HHT qualification in Business for Massage Therapists.
Hours:
5 - 10
Delivery
Self Directed Learning/online
Assessment:
Open book written Assignment
Resources
Manual;
Written assignment
Cost:
$125
Cancellation Policy.
If you can’t attend a hands-on training for a valid reason, please advise your tutor giving at least 5 days’ notice; your deposit will be refunded or held over. If you do not advise within 5 days your deposit will be forfeited. Venues, other students, and “bodies” will have been organized.
Please contact your tutor if extenuating circumstances arise within the 5-day period.
If your tutor must postpone, they will contact you with as much notice as possible and arrange a re- schedule.