INFANT MASSAGE training night for Charity

The Q Academy (Queensland) is offering to conduct an Infant Massage training night, for charity, at Child Care Centres (at no cost to the Centre) in S.E. Qld to help raise funds for SIDS and Kids Queensland.

The 2-3 hour INFANT MASSAGE training program will teach parents and staff a number of fundamental and effective massage techniques, to help their infants or children get to sleep easier and it should also help if they have Colic, constipation, gas or sleeping disorders.

To support SIDS and Kids we would be very grateful if attendees were to make a (tax deductable) $20 “Red Note” donation to SIDS and Kid for receiving the course. All “Red Note” donors will receive our INFANT MASSAGE handbook plus the satisfaction of having made a difference to other infants as all donations go to SIDS and Kids Queensland.

We would suggest that a group of 10 or more attendees is sufficient for us to conduct the training session in your centre. Alternatively, people can also enrol individually to join our in-campus INFANT MASSAGE training sessions, through our Booking Application Form below. We will be conducting in-campus INFANT MASSAGE training sessions on Fridays (Afternoon at 1pm or Evening at 6pm) in both our Brisbane and Gold Coast campus, for the same "Red Note" donation.

To donwload our Infant Massage Information Flyer please click here.

Booking Application Form

INFANT MASSAGE course content:

The 2 to 3 hour course will cover the following components:

• Checklist prior to Massage
• Safe positioning
• Beginning the sequence
• Leg and Foot Massage
• Buttocks
• Arm Massage
• Back massage

Material required for course:
You would be requested to bring a towel, some massage oil, your own child or an infant sized doll if you wish.

FAQS

• 1 . What is the benefit of learning to massage my infant/child?
  Regular massage helps relax the child and makes it easier for them to fall asleep. It can also be of benefit if the infant suffers from Colic, gas or constipation.
• 2 . Who can attend the training?
  Any person (male or female) over the age of 18 who is interested in learning the basic techniques of Infant massage.
• 3 . What do I need to bring (child?)
  You can bring your child or an infant sized doll and a towel.
• 4 . How much will it cost me?
  The course is run for charity (SIDS & Kids) and a donation of a RED NOTE ($20) would be appreciated.
• 5 . What will I receive at the training?
  All "RED NOTE $20" donors will receive our Infant Massage Handbook as a gift.
• 6 . What can I do with the training?
  You can only massage your own family, as this training does not give you any formal qualifications.
• 7 . Where will the training session be held?
  We are offering to conduct it at your child care centre if there is sufficient interest (10 or more people). Otherwise you can register to join a Friday afternoon or Friday evening training session held in our campus.
• 8 . What dates?
  Your child care centre should advise you what date they have booked for an Infant Massage Training session from the Q Academy which will be subject to at least 10 people attending.
• 9 . What time?
  Our Coaches should be available from 5.30 to 6.00pm onwards in your campus.
• 10 . How long will it take?
  The training session should last approximately 2 to 3 hours depending on the amount of help the students request.
• 11 . How young or old can my child be for me to massage them?
  The child should be no younger then 8 weeks but these techniques are a sub set of our Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice (HLT40307) course and can therefore also be used for older children or adults but with increased pressure.
• 12 . How can I find out more?
  Please visit our web site www.massageqld.com.au, links page or other sites specialising in infant massage.
• 13 . What do I need to do if I am interested in participating?
  - Course at your Child Care Centre
  Contact your Centre and let them know that you wish to attend
  - Courses at the AIM campus (Friday @ 1pm or 6pm)
  To enquire about booking a place in one of our Friday in-campus training courses you can either :-
  Call us on 1300 339 339or
  Email us in Brisbane on enquirybr@massageqld.com.au
  Email us in the Gold Coast on enquirygc@massageqld.com.au