Frequently Asked Questions

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Do I need any proir massage experience?

No previous experience is required to start your learning with us, you just need the desire and good intention to learn and grow. Some students have found it easier to learn without previous massage training.

Do I have to become a Lomi Lomi massage therapist?

Not at all, if you don't wish to. 
In times past, Lomi Lomi was used within the families to ensure that everyone was healthy and strong as possible. Carrying on with this tradition, some students simply learn Lomi Lomi to nourish and share with their loved ones, families and friends without intentions to become a working massage/bodywork therapist.

Do I have to pay for the course in full?

No. You have the option to either pay in full or utilise our installments payment plan. Please see our Payment Options page for more information.

Will I receive a certificate?

We always recommend that students complete a minimum of 10 massages for friends & loved ones after finalising their training, prior to offering treatments to clients.
This is to ensure that students have integrated all the knowledge that has been shared.

After demonstrating that you are capable of the basic strokes and Lomi Lomi technique, either by live demonstration video that you provide, or via Zoom or Facebook Messenger, you will receive a Mette’s Institute approved Certificate of Attainment.

After successfully completing the course, am I able to become a Lomi Lomi therapist?

Yes! After graduating and receiving your certificate and completing 10 massages on loved ones after your course, you will be able to set up and start giving Heartworks Lomi Lomi Massages to paying clients. 
We recommend becoming insured and joining the IICT or similar recognised body (see more below).

Is this course accredited?

Heartworks Lomi Lomi is a sacred form of healing massage and bodywork that is not usually recognised by the western medical society.
However, our training is recognised by the International Institute for Complementary Therapist (IICT), under the banner of Mette’s Institute.  
We recommend that you gain membership of a massage or allied health association to ensure you can get insurance coverage, if you wish to make massage therapy or body work your chosen work or career.

Where can I get insurance?

As a Heartworks Lomi Lomi Massage practitioner you are eligible to join the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT): www.iict.com.au. Ph: 1300 653 981 
 
After gaining IICT membership you have a variety of insurers to choose from. 
 
The International Institute of Complimentary Therapies. Australia’s Best Rates for Membership & Discounted Practitioner Insurance. Over 550 Natural Therapy Modalities Welcome.
Visit: www.iict.com.au or email: support@iict.com.au for a free information kit.