IF YOU WISH TO BECOME A MASSAGE THERAPIST:
After successfully completing your course in Relaxation Massage, you have the choice of taking some time to put into practice your new trade and then come back at a later date to further your studies, or you can move straight into the next module from your chosen Certificate or Diploma.

The successful completion of your Relaxation Massage Course will allow you to become a member of the M.A.A. (Massage Association of Australia) and to apply for your discounted insurance.
This means you can immediately start working, knowing that you have the support of one of Australia's most respected Associations, along with being fully insured, whilst studying further to achieve your Full Qualification.

Moods unique techniques will teach you all you will ever need to know, without inundating you with the things that you don’t.

Our courses have been tried and tested to ensure that adequate time is spent with each student, so as they have a comprehensive understanding of what is being taught. Moods classes are kept to a maximum of 12 students per class for this very reason.

What a great way to start your New Career!

Upon successful graduation in Relaxation massage (Cluster 1), you will then move into Swedish massage (Cluster II) and then into Therapeutic massage (Cluster III).
Each Cluster picks up where the last left off, so as to enable your learning to be gradual, which in turns gives you as close to 100% memory retention as possible. This will also give you maximum understanding of the knowledge you are taught, rather than just passing your exams on memory.
You will be a Confident, Competent Therapist! After finishing the HLT40307 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice, you can choose to continue on with the HLT50307 Diploma of Remedial Massage or you may wish to branch off and specialise in another modality altogether.

IF YOU WISH TO BECOME A BEAUTY THERAPIST OR NAIL TECHNOLOGIST:
Moods Beauty Courses have been designed so that you can choose to complete the full Qualification altogether or you can complete one course module at a time. Either way, you will be qualified to start working or building your business immediately after successfully completing just one (1) module. .

You may decide that you only want to study one or two of the particular course modules... Either way, the choice is completely yours! You can be working towards learning all of the facets of Beauty Therapy or specialize in 1 or 2 Beauty modalities. If at a later date, you decide to advance your studies and continue on towards a full Certificate or Diploma, you are more than welcome to recommence your Beauty journey with Moods and will be granted exemptions (RPL) from those subjects already completed.

Membership to the M.A.A is offered to our Massage& Beauty students after only 1 course modality, as is Discounted insurance.

IF YOU WISH TO LEARN OTHER MASSAGE OR NATURAL THERAPIES MODALITIES:
If you would like to learn another of the Courses available at Moods, there are so many Courses to choose from; You can learn most of these without having any prior experience in Massage, Natural Therapies or Beauty Therapy. There are some however, that do have a Pre-Requisite. These particular courses will state this underneath the title of the Course.

These courses are for EVERYONE!
You may be a Therapist already looking to advance your knowledge or expand on your modalities, you may
be wanting to start a new career, you may be going crazy and in need of a hobby that you can really enjoy
doing or you might just need a little bit of pocket money to help save for Christmas time etc... Regardless of
which of these you are...Moods is the Answer for YOU!

When you decide to Change your life and enrol into one of Moods courses, you can quite simply call or email to arrange for your FREE Course and Career Counselling session or drop into Moods College at 24 Mason St, Dandenong to secure your position and place your deposit.

If you are mailing a cheque, please ensure that you have included your enrolment application, payment acceptance agreement (if applicable) and garment order form. (All students must be in uniform Every Class). This deposit will guarantee your placement in the named course. Until your deposit is received, positions cannot be held. A receipt will be issued upon request.

If your information arrives just after a course has commenced and you wish to join in with that class, there may still be positions available. Please enquire.

You may decide to join in with this class and have a catch-up class/es for the week/s that were missed (Maximum of 2 weeks). If so, please contact me directly.

Please feel free to contact the College for any further enquiries or to make an appointment time to discuss your course options and also how Moods can help you achieve your career goals. We will design a customised learning plan just for you.

Picking up your Certificates, Association Membership and Insurance
Once you have completed your course/s, your Certificate or Diploma can be collected from the College upon presentation of any logbooks and/or assignments that are required. You will also be asked to finalize any possible outstanding amount owed to Moods. Please call the College on 9793-7351 to check that your Certificate is ready for collection prior to coming down.

MASSAGE:
A COMPULSARY 50 HOURS OF MASSAGE MUST BE COMPLETED. THESE CAN BE MADE UP OF CLINICAL MASSAGES DONE OUTSIDE OF CLASS HOURS OR ANY CLINIC HOURS MADE UP IN MOODS CLINIC TIMES. THESE HOURS MUST BE DOCUMENTED, EITHER ON THE SUPPLIED FORMS, OR IN A LOG BOOK. ONLY UPON COMPLETION OF THESE HOURS, WITH DOCUMENTED PROOF, WILL YOUR MEMBERSHIP BE ACCEPTED. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO GET THE HOURS REQUIRED FOR YOUR PRACTICE, YOU MAY WISH TO TRY CALLING SPORTS CENTRES, HOSPITALS, ELDERLY CITIZENS HOMES etc. SIMPLY EXPLAIN YOUR SITUATION AND DO NOT CHARGE A FEE. WHO KNOWS... IT MAY RESULT IN A JOB FOR YOU AT A LATER DATE.

BEAUTY:
ALL BEAUTY COURSES HAVE LOG BOOK REQUIREMENTS, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER M.A.A
MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED OR NOT. YOU MUST COMPLETE ALL LOG BOOKS AND ASSIGNMENTS PRIOR TO RECEIVING YOUR CERTIFICATE/DIPLOMA. THIS MEANS THAT YOU MAY APPLY TO THE M.A.A AS SOON AS YOU HAVE RECEIVED YOUR QUALIFICATION.
BEAUTY STUDENTS WHO HAVE COMPLETED INDIVIDUAL BEAUTY MODULES WILL BE GRANTED MEMBERSHIP UPON PRESENTATION OF THAT PARTICULAR STATEMENT OF ATTAINMENT. THIS WILL ALLOW YOU TO BE INSURED FOR EACH INDIVIDUAL BEAUTY MODALITY THAT YOU HAVE COMPLETED AND FOR THOSE WHICH YOU COMPLETE THERE- AFTER.

WHY WOULD I WANT M.A.A MEMBERSHIP?
M.A.A MEMBERSHIP WILL ENABLE YOU TO RECEIVE MUCH CHEAPER PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY INSURANCE, UPDATE YOU WITH THE LATEST INFORMATION AND ALLOW YOU TO TREAT CERTAIN HEALTH INSURANCE FUND’S CLIENTS (THERAPEUTIC& REMEDIAL MASSAGE). IT ALSO OFFERS YOU A SUPPORT GROUP FOR ANY PROBLEMS THAT YOU MAY ENCOUNTER.

---

Grants/Funding

Centrelink Payments whilst Learning
Financial Assistance is available to Moods students through Centrelink. Students are able to apply to Centrelink for support through Austudy, Abstudy or Youth Allowance.
Youth Allowance - for full-time students or Australian Apprentices aged 16 to 24 and people aged under 21 who are undertaking job search or a combination of approved activities.

Austudy - for full-time students and Australian Apprentices aged 25 years or over.
Abstudy - offers a range of allowances to assist Indigenous students and Australian Apprentices.
Pensioner Education Supplement - helps certain income support recipients with education expenses.
Fares Allowance - for tertiary students who are living away from their permanent home to study.
Moods will issue the student with a 'Centrelink Enrolment Verification Letter upon enrolment.
Moods courses are approved with Centrelink and more information can be found on Centrelink’s website at www.centrelink.gov.au

Parents Returning To Earning $1,000 Grant
* Have you been absent from education, accredited training and/or the workforce for over 2 years while caring for children?
* Are you currently unemployed and wish to return to work, preferably in the next 12 months?
* Have you not worked for more than 4 months full time, or equivalent part time, in the last 2 years?
* Are you an Australian resident living in Victoria?
* Are you willing to enrol in training to improve your workforce skills and/or earning potential?
You must not have received a grant under the program Parents Returning to Work; or you were unable to activate their Parents Returning to Work grant due to unforseen circumstances.
* TPV holders are deemed as eligible residents
You may be eligible for a $1000 grant-To apply, call the Parents Returning to Earning hotline on 1300 303 413 or visit the website www.returningtoearning.com.au  for more information.

SKILLS VICTORIA-Securing jobs for your future
Government funding is now available for up to 90%. Funding is available for course fees only.
Securing jobs for your future- Skills Victoria - A Victorian Government Initiative
enables eligible Moods students to obtain a government funded place for a FULL qualification.
Please enquire for eligibility. (15 years - 19 years are automatically eligible)


Employment Networks
Moods have connections to numerous employment/job networks, who may be able to partially or fully fund your course.

Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are the best way to combine training and employment and they can lead to a nationally recognised qualification.
Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and do not require any entry qualifications.
You can be a school-leaver, re-entering the workforce or simply wishing to change careers.
Australian Apprenticeships offer:
• A great way to get a head start in a chosen career.
• Paid work and structured training that can be on-the-job, off-the-job or a combination of both.
• ‘Competency based’ which means you can complete your training faster if you reach the required skills level.
• Existing skills and prior experience are recognised and course credit granted, potentially reducing formal training
  time.
Available as full-time or part-time, also available part-time in many schools.
• Leads to nationally recognised qualifications and skills which provide the basis for further education and training over the    course of your working life.
• A pathway from school to work.

Deferred Student Loan
The National Australia Bank (NAB) provides a National Tertiary Student with a Deferred Repayment Loan. This loan is designed to allow students to pay the loan back once they have finished their studies.

This loan offers:

 

Deferred Student Loans are available to Full Time students of Moods
For more information, you can visit www.national.com.au or call 131312.

Come into the College and talk to our Course Manager about any possible funding you may be eligible for. 
This is where a customised timetable and payment plan can be designed to suit your Lifestyle and Budget.

VET / VCAL

VCAL

What is VCAL?

The Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) is a hands-on option for Year 11 and 12.
VCAL provides practical work related experience with literacy and numeracy skills and personal development and is suitable for students looking for an alternative to VCE who would like to combine their study with hands on work related skills.
VCAL is structured at three award levels; Foundation, Intermediate and Senior.
Further information about VCAL is available on the website of Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA).


Where does VCAL lead?

On successful completion, you will receive a VCAL Certificate and a Statement of Results. You will also receive a Statement of Attainment or certificate listing the units of study you have completed in the trade area. Opportunities following completion of VCAL include an Apprenticeship or Traineeship, VCAL Senior, VCE Year 12, TAFE programs or employment.

Who can apply?

VCAL is generally a one year course and has been designed to extend the opportunities for young students aged 15-19 years old who have not successfully achieved a Year 12 or equivalent.

Why study VCAL at Moods?

You can study VCAL at school but most people prefer to study the course at Moods because the learning environment suits them better. At Moods, you will be studying amongst students that are all passionate in the same field. You will be expected to take on responsibility for your learning and be able to work in an adult environment. 

VET

What is VET?

VET aims to provide people with the skills and knowledge they require to:

²     enter the workforce for the first time

²     re-enter the workforce after absences

²     train or re-train for a new job

²     upgrade their skills

²     move into further study in VET or university.

VET offers a range of nationally recognised qualifications, from certificates that can be completed in a relatively short time through to advanced diplomas that generally require two years of post-school study.

Who can apply for VET?

In most Australian states, anyone over 15 years of age can access VET. Around half of all school leavers undertake vocational training within a year or two after leaving school. Over half of all students undertaking VET are over the age of 25 years and the vast majority of VET students study part-time.