Evolve College

I am currently studying through evolve and am so impressed with how it operates. From the theory to the practical! So thorough and well thought out and put together! Very professional yet so warm and encouraging and accessible! Would highly recommend for anyone who wants to learn massage. I was really intimidated going back to study and a practice that’s out of my ‘norm’ but I feel so motivated and supported and am thriving in this course!

I had an absolutely disappointing experience with Evolve College and would strongly advise others NOT to enrol. I joined their Dip of Remedial Massage Therapy course and paid around total asked $12,000 approx, with the expectation of receiving quality education and fair treatment. I was committed, performed well, and consistently demonstrated a… Read more

higher level of skill and preparation Than Many Other STUDENTS. However, despite my efforts, I faced constant setbacks and UNfair Treatment. Every time I attempted an assessment, I was told I needed "More Practice," while Other Students—particularly local Australian students—were being passed even with Minimal or UNMET practice standards. This felt deeply Discriminatory and Disheartening. What upset me even more was the lack of integrity in their Academic Processes. I Witnessed Students being allowed to refer to Open Books during Assessments and even being Encouraged to SHARE answers with one Another. This raises serious concerns about how the College is Monitored by the Department of Education in Victoria or NSW. I find it unacceptable that such practices are Allowed to continue under a Registered Training Organisation. Despite coming from a Strong Academic Background with Multiple Degrees and Maintaining a respectful and Professional Attitude, I was made to feel as though my efforts were never good enough. It was especially upsetting to be Treated this way when I know I did not fall short in my performance or appearance. Assessors like Mr. William Lo Giudice and Jodie Smith, in particular, displayed Unprofessional Behaviour and Clear Bias, making the experience even more Stressful and Unfair.

In my opinion, Evolve College prioritises Profit over Genuine Education. I strongly believe an External investigation into their Student Records—Past and Present—is needed to expose How Many Students Have Been Failed or Pushed Aside Unfairly. Based on my experience, I would NEVER Recommend this College to Anyone. You risk NOT only Wasting your Time and Money, but also damaging your Confidence and Mental health well-being. PLEASE DO NOT JOIN THIS COLLEGE AT ALL, OTHERWISE YOU WILL REGRET FOREVER.

So Im having quite an issue with evolve still actually enrolled but I'm going to get a refund and something going come off it all .. so evolve claim to have a 0 tolerance to anything [Content Removed] of any students but as a male it's acceptable behaviour for the female students to make coments of my [Content Removed] [Content Removed] as looking… Read more

over my drapping and another male had his towels lifted and his chest looked at with smiles and it's all acceptable behaviour buy teacher and other female students.. if this was the other way around I'm sure it be 0 tolerance but if you female it's OK. Very sad the way I was made out to be the bad guy because I didn't approve of the [Content Removed] of male student.. iv reported to onbusman but evolve college think it's OK and have email me saying I was in the wrong because I got upset cried and apparently disrupted others when all I did was voice my concerns about something I felt in my heart wasn't ok .. shame on evolve and the way there teach delt with a sexual Assault..I home they get shut down ..

Not recommended for serious therapists – I completed the Diploma of Remedial Massage earlier this year. I chose Evolve because of the cost & flexibility... but I think that decision left me sacrificing a lot. If I had my time again I would definitely have gone to AIF - spent more & made more time for on-campus study because this aspect is SO imperative. Yes, Evolve allow flexibility… Read more

with a majority of online training but the videos are basic & laborious, the assessments are tedious and mostly unhelpful, and some answers in the quizzes are incorrect.

Now that I'm out in the real world, I don't feel equipped as a good massage therapist. Far too much time was wasted on basic strokes & relaxation, and not enough time was spent on anatomy, physiology & understanding the body.

I'm doing an online course by [Name Removed] called Anatomy Master Class - it's $30 a month subscription but I'm learning way more doing this than the entire time I spent at Evolve. It's baffling that this can provide me with so much more than the 18 months I spent at Evolve.

Admin is also a bit questionable. Extra $$ spent simply trying to get a letter of recognition, and waiting upwards of 6 weeks for my final certificate. Frustrating.

I would recommend Evolve to anyone who wants to be a relaxation therapist only OR if you don't care about being a good knowledgable therapist. They pass everyone regardless of whether you can massage or not or whether you even know basic muscles or not. Student clinics would often be everyone trying to get the massages done asap with no teacher observation or feedback. In my final student clinic, by the time I finished my final massage, most people had packed up and gone home (this was highly inconsiderate with people chatting & making noise while myself and a couple others were still going - AND no teacher to be seen to regulate anything). There seem to be a lot of students who aren't really interested in learning & improving. One guy was massaging away with earphones in not seeming to care at all about what he was doing.

If you're a serious student, look elsewhere. It's not worth the endless gaps you're left with.

The best massage training I could have wished for!! – Evolve College provides the most extensive and comprehensive training a future massage therapist can dream of! I have just finished their Introductory Massage Course and I am absolutely blown away at how much I have learnt in only 2 days! I cannot fully express into words how much positive impact this course had on me! The trainer was beyond… Read more

brilliant! I could feel her dedication for teaching from the first hello and her passion for the art of massage throughout the course. I am the daughter of teachers and am currently studying other modalities, and she is well above the norm. The format and delivery of the course is so extensive and organised. It builds confidence in students. I learnt so much during these two days and I feel this course is life-changing for me as it is way beyond my expectations on all levels. The equipment used is of fantastic quality and the classroom very spacious. The hygiene protocol is followed to a “T”, the room is so clean and spotless. The breaks throughout the day are perfectly timed to relax but without losing motivation and energy for the rest of the training. The training makes you look forward to learning more every step of the way!

The customer service at Evolve College is second to none! They are always available on the phone, chat or via email with any queries you may have and they provide support for students like I’ve never seen before!!

To sum it all up, I felt looked after from the first minute to the last, have just enrolled into the Cert. IV course and will be recommending this gem of a school around!

Evolve College - A Great Place to Study! – I recently graduated as Remedial Massage Therapist at this exciting college in Melbourne. The training program is above all praise! This absolutely corresponds to the realities of life for this work and includes a lot of massage techniques, as well as biology, working with people and even business training. Training classes are very well equipped.… Read more

Separately, I want to note the work of teachers. This is at a very high level of professionalism, amazing sensitivity and attention to the needs of students. During training, I personally felt high information support and even friendly care from teachers! I really want to note the work of the teacher Bianca. She has a medical background, is an experienced Remedial Massage Therapist and just a very good person! Another important criterion for choosing a Training is an attitude of managers and the office. Your journey begins with them, when you apply for the first time, for any clarifications and continues throughout the entire training period. So, the office staff react very quickly and fruitfully. Doing everything in a very friendly manner and also at a high professional level! (Shaking Jo's hand!) This is really a worthy place to study!

Regards, Edgar.

I want to share my amazing journey at Evolve College South Australia. Studying at Diploma in Remedial Massage was a bold career change for me. From day one I found the staff so supportive and friendly. The lessons were hands on and the teaching was engaging, thorough, fun and challenging. I loved the relaxed and professional learning style. My… Read more

confidence has grown and I am a new person who is loving my new career in remedial massage which aligns with my human design! Thanks to Evolve College my dreams have come true. Much gratitude for a fabulous learning environment and trainers.

Great training program – Great training material and teachers. Very helpful at all stages and a useful combination of remote and hands on sessions. I have been able to use all the modalities I prefer and my business has been really successful.

My excellent experience with Evolve College – I am a student with Evolve College, two thirds of my way thru a Diploma of Remedial Massage.From the very first contact with the college,I have found them- all the way thru till now- to be very professional, thorough,enduringly & wonderfully considerate, humane,supportive encouraging,.. basically a very evolved crew of excellent phacilitators&… Read more

people!I can literally find zero fault with their whole training modality,plus their admin team is impeccable- from the floor to the core -these guys are absolutely "topmost shelf"!!!Am Soo appreciative & thankful that I decided to embark on this Diploma!I highly recommend it to anyone authentic peron seeking to take their massage skill to a higher level.Evolve is truly an Impeccable training phacility.

Money Grabbers – I am super disheartened money grabbing scheme deceptive about and on campus when it is a building hired for weekend only - I was advised I’d have a safe place to go read the books and advice .

Refund – I love going to Evolve Massage in Launceston for a massage. the staff are really nice and always professional. Recently I booked 2 appointments for the same weekend and was sent an email saying I could get a refund as they have no more massage clinics this year. The lady said just call the college it will be no problem. I called the college and… Read more

the gentleman who answered the phone said just send us the email. Three days later I contacted them as I have had no response and their woeful customer service agent said we have it I don't know when it will be processed. This gave me no confidence in this business at all. Very disappointing customer service or lack there of.

Terrible trainer and course – Unfortunately, I made the wrong decision enrolling in this course. My decision was made due to the course being on weekends which meant I did not have to reduce my work days. I am currently working as a Remedial Massage therapist, in comparison to other therapists I work with I feel ill-equipped. The anatomy you learn in this course is so basic. I… Read more

could go on and on about how bad this collage is. Don't waste your time with them. I'm so disappointed.

Love this place .. if I could be a student for life I would ..

Don't do it too yourself – I have finished my diploma with evolve, I chose to do my diploma with them due to the flexibility. Now that I have finished and out in the real world, I see how much we weren't taught in comparison to pretty much every other training provider that is in my area. I'm lucky I have extensive experience in the fitness industry or I wouldn't be able to… Read more

work in a clinical environment. The skillset taught at evolve is VERY basic and only covers the minimal they need to teach you.

I wouldn't recommend doing study at evolve

Highly Recommend Evolve – Great course, unbelievably supportive team and easy to use tech.

Go for it if you really have a passion in massage therapy – If you have a background in medical/health science then this additional course would suffice your need for a qualification. Or if you’re just so passionate about massage or alternative health that you DEFINITELY WILL self educate, then go for it. Otherwise find another provider that will have a thorough degree plan for successful,… Read more

ready-to-work graduates.

But with a better quality study plan, you have to be ready to fish for more costs.

Everything is equally good in the general picture here.

ridiculous – they love covoid to the point you literally are learning nothing about remedial massage, worst massage school ever. ridiculous amounts of virtual clinic hours. very average. slaving away to the system

Great course! – This was a really wonderful course - a thorough and holistic approach to remedial massage. It was professional and all the staff and trainers were lovely, welcoming and knowledgeable. I would recommend to anyone looking to start their career in massage as solid foundation. It’s a course where the more you put into it the more rewarding it will be for you.

Flexibility and Supportive – Evolve College provide very flexible learning with a great support team. I completed my Cert IV with another college but couldn't do the Diploma because it was only available as full-time study and conflicted with full time work. I was able to transfer my credentials over and had the flexibility to study when I wanted and now have just graduated my diploma.

Such an Enjoyable Year with Evolve – Evolve College offers a thorough and highly rewarding remedial massage course. I was impressed by the high level of education and practical training. Thankyou to Simon and Marina for their support, comprehensive instruction and valuable feedback. I passed the course well prepared for the real world of therapeutic massage.

Recommended 100% – The school provides great trainers, professional and they’re very helpful. Online course takes time but it’s not difficult. You have to do clinical hours online to demonstrate yours skills . You have to study and practice hard but you become a great therapist! Phone support is amazing . Love my trainers Donna and Marina from Camperdown, I’ve learned a lot !

excessive practice hours (75+ in sporadic timetables). unhelpful staff. STAY CLEAR!! – choosing to Study at evolve college has been on of the biggest mistakes i've made, I'm writing this review with the hope that others don't make this same mistake. I have a passion for health and was excited to help people as a therapist, this enthusiasm has been worn down by Evolve college. i had hoped to complete my studies in the time… Read more

allocated. (12 month diploma course) But, this goal has been made impossible due to the lack of times available to complete the online virtual clinic hours and the sheer number of hours expected. (75 on top of class hours, these are only able to be completed in allocated time slots which aren't consistent at all). I've spoken with multiple massage therapist who have completed their qualifications recently and they all agree what students are expected to do in this course is nothing short of ridiculous. When i have spoken to evolve staff they have been unhelpful and rude to speak with. please don't make my mistake and go elsewhere for your diploma.

Too long and massive work load for an unregulated massage industry practise – I work full time and thought of making this as an optional career and started going through the course. Now it has become a nightmare of so much projects, theory and work to be completed and as other reviewer said, Virtual clinic is horrible and number of hours to spend on it would be ridiculous. I think due to Covid, College has decided to make… Read more

more money on this and pro-long the course and there is no light at end of the tunnel. There are some good staff and their evaluation of massage practise is subjectable. I would stay away and take it else where if you want to complete on timely fashion & start your practise.

incredible massage school – Evolve collage offers a well rounded and informative Remedial massage course. I really enjoyed learning about anatomy, injury support and the unbelievable affect massage has on the physical texture of the body. My teacher was patient, thorough and didn't only teach the book knowledge but gave me and insight in to application and reading the body.

Supportive teaching and classroom environment – Went to a Intro to Massage course and the quality of the teaching and treatments was amazing. Also completed another diploma course through Evolve. It was more than worth it. I felt the teachers and students had my back.

Amazing College – I have just completed a Diploma of Counselling with Evolve College all I can say is WOW, the course was outstanding in every way. I really enjoyed the study and I felt supported the whole way, the face to face teachers were excellent, really professional and they had a great understanding and personal experience of counselling. The online study… Read more

was structured in a very clear and easy to understand format. I would highly recommended this Diploma to any one considering it, it was amazing and life changing for me personally too.

Fantastic College, Really recommend studying with Evolve !! – From beginning to end the level and quality of the staff, trainers and course content has been very high and very professional. I highly recommend anyone wanting to learn massage to build their foundation with Evolve! Thank you again! Corie, Perth.

Great treatment – Just had a massage session with the byron clinic and it was really great. I have experienced a range of treatments both in australia and abroad and I genuinely felt this one was a stand out by far. My therapist, listened to my concerns, my areas of focus and his quality of touch, was appropriate and respectful of me, as a woman, and client on… Read more

the table.

From the sign in process, to professionalism of staff, my session and follow up afterwards/ I left grateful for an awesome treatment.

Thank you evolve college, keep these epic student days happening.

Seniors Expo – To all the Evolve team: Thank you for your presence at the Seniors Expo. the seniors loved that you gave them some" hands on" individual attention.The love and the caring was palpable and was the icing on the cake to an all round successful event. We hope you can join us again! Blessings on your work, Anna Parker

Client feedback – I've recently been the recipient of two free massages from course students in Bendigo. What a lovely service to offer to the community. My experience was with caring and respectful students who went above and beyond with their customer service and massage skills. Friendly and thorough in their pre and post massage chats and the massage itself was also awesome. My experience was A1, thanks so much it was definitely appreciated.  Show reply

They served me well – I was apart of the infamous upgrade and in the end it felt like I was never going to finish but I did, no issues getting all my provoder numbers. The teachers in Brisbane and Lismore were fantastic and extremely helpful. I've heard complaints the teachers are not helpful but if you don't ask questions how will they know you don't understand something? The students would ask other students instead of the teachers...  Show reply

More than just a massage qualification! – I was extremely impressed with the level of service, the quality of teaching, and the passion that the staff and educators of Evolve College have shown. I had researched several colleges prior to starting with Evolve College and had made online enquiries to start getting qualified in Massage Therapy, however I was either told to check the… Read more ·  1

website for details or was given very few details and that was it.

I was getting frustrated, but then I called Evolve College and a gentleman by the name of Simon spoke to me. He took the time to find out why I'm interested in the massage course and based on the information he gathered, he provided me with a ton of information in order for me to make an informed decision.

At no point I was forced to sign up and after almost an 40 minutes of chatting and gathering the information I needed, I had got all the information and was very happy to start the Certificate IV in Massage.

I then started the course and was blown away by the amount of knowledge and passion that my trainer Simon (different Simon) was putting into each class. These skills and tips can make the difference differentiate a good massage therapist to a amazing massage therapist in my opinion.

I cannot thank Evolve College enough for this, however I can recommend them to anyone who wishes to start a journey to change people's lives through Massage Therapy just like myself.

Cheers,

Save your money – The course went through major changes twice in 6 months that affected everything from course content to assessment criteria. Most students were frustrated and regretted choosing Evolve. Many dropped out. We would be told different things on the phone that they would then deny. One student on completion of their diploma was then employed as a… Read more

teacher. So students paying top dollar to be taught by someone with no industry background other than a 1yr diploma. Tafe students I later met were being taught a higher level for the same qualification.

Good course! – Good course! Trainer was knowledgeable and more than helpful! I undertook the course whilst some legislative changes where being made to the Diploma of Remedial Massage. Theory is all self paced. Administration team were always helpful and quick to respond. More Anatomy and Physiology would be beneficial. Classes on common ailments were very… Read more

useful. All in all, I felt prepared entering the workforce after the course and will continue to learn and expand my skills. Thanks team!