EastWest College of Natural Therapies

About Us

EastWest College is a Registered Training Organisation that prides itself on excellent training standards together with flexible, experienced and supportive teachers who are all Practitioners in their own field. Try one of our Introductory or Short Courses and find out if a practical hands-on course is for you. We welcome INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS.

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About EastWest College of Natural Therapies

EastWest College is the trading name for Shiatsu Australia Educational Services Pty Ltd which was founded in Melbourne in 1978 and offers a unique view of complementary therapies by integrating both the Eastern and Western approaches.

The college is a Recognised Training Organisation with the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority, and the Certificate IV and Diploma level courses are registered with Centrelink which enables eligible students to apply for Austudy and Youth Allowance. Government funding is also available for eligible students. The College is also a Registered Provider of courses for International Students.

The College’s main academic focus is on the accredited courses utilising the skills, passion, experience and expertise of some of the best teachers and lecturers in the country.

The Principal, Linda Borkowski joined EastWest College in February 2006 and is committed to enriching people’s lives with the promotion of natural therapies and providing a professional and nurturing environment for the training of blossoming practitioners and the education of health professionals.
Each course provides students with the language and skills to easily bridge Oriental and Western perspectives and apply these when working as a professional therapist.

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Courses at EastWest College of Natural Therapies

What distinguishes the Shiatsu and Massage training offered by EastWest College is the emphasis on integrating Eastern and Western medicine and the focus on self-care. This, together with the high standard of teaching staff and low teacher-student ratio, ensures that students receive the training they need to become confident and well-skilled professionals, with long and successful careers.

The courses offered at EastWest College bring together different styles of massage including Shiatsu, Relaxation, Therapeutic, Sports, Remedial, Oriental and Reflexology.

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Testimonials

The training I received was very good. I felt very competent and skilled in what I learned. I enjoyed the course very much and felt the teachers were very knowledgeable, and the classes were interesting...A very comfortable, warm and friendly environment to learn in. Also very supportive

Joe Greenberg, Melbourne

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After receiving my basic massage training and Certificate IV at other training colleges, I decided to train for my Remedial Massage Diploma at EastWest. From the outset of the course I was impressed with the quality of the teaching and the attitude of the students.

Stephanie Panayi, Melbourne

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A good quality course and good value for money. A very nice experience, important knowledge about people's body-mind-soul functions. Just keep going this way! (Diploma in Remedial Massage & Diploma in Shiatsu & Oriental Therapies)

Peter Mikus, Slovenia

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I first came to the college as my shiatsu practitioner was a teacher there, then I enrolled in the Basic Shiatsu Certificate. I went on to study the Diploma in shiatsu & oriental Therapies. The teaching and training were exceptional. Through my training, I was able to explore Shiatsu, Chinese Medicine, the Human Body as well as exploring and learning about myself. Classes that stand out include Advanced Zen Shiatsu (Glen Polley), Dietary Energetics (Michael Ellis) and Western Pathology (Alena Forster). I treasure my time at EastWest College.

MB Mathieson. Florida USA

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I initially enrolled in the Diploma in Remedial Massage and then went on to study the Diploma in Shiatsu & Oriental Therapies. The classes are very professional and well prepared. It was good to have different points of view from different teachers. The college is very friendly and open to international students. I especially liked the small classes and the clinics

Laura Sorio. Italy

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I chose EastWest College to study the Diploma in Remedial Massage because it was fairly small, which made it more personal. The small group classes are really good as you get more one on one tuition. All the teachers have a lot of of experience. I like the way the College integrates Eastern and Western techniques and philosophies

Catherine Pope, St. Kilda

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When I was 27 I became very fascinated with energy/healing and the various types and applications. I understood the concept of Qi and could feel it in my hands. I enjoyed giving massage to friends/family/partners and it was only when I met my partner at the time in 2006 that I realised that the concept of massage and healing in Shiatsu was what I needed to persue. My partner at the time had studied at EastWest College and recommended it to me. I originally started off with the Basic Certificate then went on to the Certificate IV in Shiatsu and then upgraded to the Diploma in Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies. The teachers were very knowledgable, approachable and understanding to my needs as a student. They were mentors to me during some difficult times and assisted my development greatly. The teachers are the college and it's one reason why I studied there. My time at EastWest College has been positive, the college has attracted great students and I have made some good friends. I'm very keen to work closely with the college, accross open days, workshops, festivals to promote shiatsu and studying at the college.

Frank Panetta, Caulfield North