Are you interested in learning about baby massage in Perth and looking for a course provider recognised by the Massage Association of Australia? If so, you have come to the right place. At Infant Massage Information Service, our baby massage courses in Perth will cover everything you need to know to effectively and safely teach massage and touch therapy for newborn babies. We will also provide you with a qualification to prove it.

With birth rates in WA rising 4% in 2021, the state's demand for baby massage instructors is on the rise. Become a certified instructor of baby massage in Perth today and either add it to your existing services or start a new business around it.

Infant & Baby Massage Courses in Perth | Baby Massage

You're exploring the enriching world of touch therapy, and we're here to guide you. At the Infant Massage Information Service, we offer renowned baby massage courses in Perth, aimed at those with a heart to learn, teach, and foster the compassionate art of infant massage. Recognised by the Massage Association of Australia, our courses are tailored to equip you with the confidence and proficiency to deliver high-standard infant and baby massage sessions across Perth.

Rising Demand for Baby Massage in Perth

The spike in birth rates in Western Australia signals an expanding need for well-versed baby massage instructors. Our dedicated infant massage courses prepare individuals to meet this growing demand in Perth's health and wellness sector.

Comprehensive Infant Massage Courses

We believe in transformation through education, and that's what our infant massage courses in Perth bring to the table. We cover all bases, from understanding the soothing language of touch, to the practicality of safe massage techniques for newborns. Our aim? To shape proficient, caring professionals who enhance familial bonds and wellbeing through baby massage.

Nurturing Through Baby Massage

Indeed, baby massage is more than a simple set of techniques—it's an intimate language of love that nurtures trust, understanding, and a lifelong bond. As parents and caregivers, learning this language can profoundly impact our connections with young ones, supporting the pivotal early years of development and beyond. As professionals, mastering baby massage in Perth opens a world of opportunities to provide these invaluable benefits to families within our communities. 

With Baby Massage, you get more than just a course—you join a heartwarming journey dedicated to nurturing relationships, fostering health, and, ultimately, cultivating happier and healthier communities.

Beyond Perth: Nationwide Presence

Our passion for nurturing extends beyond Perth's boundaries. We have a valued presence in MelbourneSydneyBrisbaneAdelaide, and the Gold Coast. No matter where you are, we strive to offer the highest quality infant massage courses.

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Staying current shouldn't be a challenge. We keep our course schedules updated on this page, providing an easy platform for online enrolment. Your learning journey with us is designed to be insightful, engaging, and fun!

Is This Course Right for You?

Maybe you're considering a new career direction or want to expand your existing professional skills, or perhaps you're a parent wishing to foster closeness with your child. Every person's path is unique, and our courses cater to a variety of needs. Experience first-class baby massage courses in Perth, tailored to enrich your journey.

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Questions about our infant massage course in Perth, or any other services? Our supportive team is ready to assist. We're here to make your journey into baby massage, whether as a profession or a parenting skill, a rewarding and gratifying one.

At the Infant Massage Information Service, we believe learning touch therapy is a journey of joy and satisfaction that extends across not just one, but countless lives. So why wait? Dive into the nurturing realm of infant massage courses in Perth, and let's weave touch therapy magic together.

All of the next available dates for our baby massage classes in Perth are located on this page — making it easy to enrol online through our site. We promise learning this new skill will be an engaging and informative experience.

Have a question about our upcoming baby massage courses in Perth or any of our other services? Please reach out to us today!

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Eligibility and Course Prerequisites

No prior training or qualifications are required for the Certified Infant Massage Instructor(CIMI) qualification.

Wanting the Paediatric Massage Consultant (PMC) qualification and wondering if you meet the prerequisite requirements?

If your qualifications fall under the categories of health, allied health, natural therapies or education, you are guaranteed to meet the prerequisite requirements for the paediatric level qualification.

Some examples of qualifications that meet the prerequisite requirements for the PMC qualification are included below (please note, this is not a full list). 

Examples of health qualifications approved for PMC:

Nurse, midwife, aboriginal health worker, community health worker, retired nurse, child & family practitioner, paediatric nurse, maternal/child health nurse, neonatal nurse, paediatrician, medical doctor.

Examples of allied health qualifications approved for PMC:

Chiropractor, doula, childbirth educator, lactation consultant/educator, science degrees, mental health professional, social worker, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, psychologist. 

Examples of natural therapy qualifications approved for PMC:

Massage therapist, yoga instructor, nutritionist, Chinese medicine, kinesiology, myotherapist, naturopath.

Examples of educator qualifications approved for PMC:

Early childhood educator, early childhood teacher, other educator (e.g. B. ED Studies, diploma in primary teaching)

PMC students receive both qualifications, the Certificate in Infant Massage Instruction and the Paediatric Massage Consultant qualification. To obtain the paediatric qualification you need to meet the prerequisite requirements, complete your baby massage training through the Infant Massage Information Service and successfully complete 4 competency tasks. In addition to working with parents, and teaching them how to massage their babies, PMCs can provide theory presentations to other professionals, educating them on the researched benefits of massage for infants and children and ensuring they are aware of services available to families in this field. 

Course Fees and Variations

Course fees are the same regardless of your method of study (face-to-face or online).

Fees for the Certificate in Infant Massage Instruction range from $1125 - $1650, depending on the enrolment package (inclusions) selected. Interest-free payment plans are available and these are personalised for each student. 

Fees for the Paediatric Massage Consultant qualification range from $1485 - $2010, depending on the enrolment package (inclusions) selected. Interest-free payment plans are available and these are personalised for each student. 

The course fee table outlining the enrolment packages (inclusions) can be accessed here: Fee Structure | Baby Massage

Please note, the table automatically displays the fees for the Certified Infant Massage Instructor qualification. To view the fees and inclusions for the Paediatric Massage Consultant (PMC) qualification, be sure to click on the 'Paediatric Massage Consultant' box. 

Face-to-Face Course Details

Face-to-face training dates and locations can be found on our course dates and locations page: Locations | Baby Massage

The face-to-face training is completed over 3 days and courses are always held on a Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

Career and Qualification Pathways

Infant Massage Information Service 3-day face-to-face courses have a mixture of both Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) and Paediatric Massage Consultant (PMC) students.

All students cover the same content/units of study.

The differences are:

- Our CIMI students are usually going into the industry as something new i.e. with no prior related background. There are no pre-requisite requirements they need to meet.

- CIMI students complete the 3-day course successfully and are then able to work with parents, teaching infant massage. All assessment work is completed within the 3 days of the course.

- Our PMC students have prior, related training and/or experience in health, allied health, natural therapies or early childhood education and care.

- After the 3 days in class, there is one additional assignment completed. The additional PMC task takes approximately 2 days to complete and does not need to be done in the 2 days directly following the course. PMC students can complete their additional assessment when convenient and follow the instructions provided to upload their submission for marking when they're ready. 

- Our PMC students receive both qualifications – the CIMI qualification and the PMC qualification. The CIMI level qualification is provided immediately after the 3-day face-to-face course and the PMC qualification is issued after the additional PMC assessment has been completed. 

- PMCs can work with parents, teaching infant massage in the same way that CIMIs can. What PMCs are also able to do is provide theory presentations to professional groups on infant massage. The presentations are fairly straightforward and usually follow the same format e.g. – Self-introduction, benefits of infant massage, research reviews, dispelling common myths relating to infant massage and information on services available to parents in this field. 

Various industry bodies request these types of presentations and PMCs are paid a presentation fee for this work directly by the organisation or body who has requested them. PMC presentations offer a unique opportunity to network with other professionals and potentially receive additional referrals for your infant massage work with parents.  
 

What if I'm completing the course via correspondence study?

Each correspondence intake period has a mix of both Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) and Paediatric Massage Consultant (PMC) students.

All students cover the same content/units of study.

The differences are:

- Our CIMI students are usually going into the industry as something new i.e. with no prior related background. There are no pre-requisite requirements they need to meet.

- CIMI students successfully complete 3 competency tasks at their own pace and are then able to work with parents, teaching infant massage. 

- Our PMC students have prior, related training and/or experience in health, allied health, natural therapies or early childhood education and care.

- There is one additional assignment completed for the PMC qualification.

- Our PMC students receive both qualifications – the CIMI qualification and the PMC qualification.

- PMCs can work with parents, teaching infant massage in the same way that CIMIs can. What PMCs are also able to do is provide theory presentations to professional groups on infant massage. The presentations are fairly straightforward and usually follow the same format e.g. – Self-introduction, benefits of infant massage, research reviews, dispelling common myths relating to infant massage and information on services available to parents in this field. 

Various industry bodies request these types of presentations and PMCs are paid a presentation fee for this work directly by the organisation or body who has requested them. PMC presentations offer a unique opportunity to network with other professionals and potentially receive additional referrals for your infant massage work with parents. 

Online Study

The correspondence program is thorough, easy to work through and offers a convenient way to study. 100% of the course requirements are completed from home, including all practical work meaning no travel or onsite attendance is needed.

Once your enrollment is complete and the course fees are paid, you will receive a welcome email providing you with full access to the course content. Your welcome email includes your pdf training manual with all of the course theory work and assessment instructions as well as links to the practical video files you need to watch. A training pack containing your demonstration doll and any other resources in your enrolment pack is sent via post.

There's no need to wait for your training pack to arrive via post before you begin studying. As soon as you receive your welcome email you can get started with the course theory work, then move on to the practical techniques once your demonstration doll arrives. 

You're welcome to study at your own pace to complete the course. Most students complete everything within the space of a few weeks. If students have a lot of other commitments and limited time, they might finish the course over a few months instead. Whatever study period you need is ok, there are no enforced deadlines you need to meet. 

There are 3 or 4 assessment tasks to complete depending on the qualification level you enrol in. The tasks are easy to complete and personalised assistance is available throughout the course if you need help with questions or clarifications. 

Your theory assessment is an open book, multiple-choice exam which ensures you've worked through the training manual. You're provided with an answer sheet to complete which can be emailed as an attachment or uploaded for marking. Practical tasks are recorded using any device (most students use their phone). The recordings are uploaded for the trainers to view and report on. Practical reports are extremely detailed to ensure you're confident in practical techniques prior to certification. 

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