diploma in holistic massage - course structure
next course starts 19th january 2011
evening dates 6.30 - 9.30 p.m
19/1, 26/1, 2/2, 9/2, 16/2, 23/2, 2/3, 9/3, 16/3, 23/3, 30/3, 6/4
weekend dates 9.00 a.m - 1.00 p.m
29/1, 12/3, 9/4exam date - 10/4 - 9.00 a.m
course objectives
obtain a sound knowledge of how to conduct a treatment professionally and safely
confidently conduct a basic whole body treatment to a paying client
gain a sound knowledge of anatomy and physiology in relation to massage
know when not to massage and when to seek further permission and guidance
understand the importance of continuous professional development and how this can take place
have the knowledge and confidence to set up a successful holistic massage practice
be aware of the legislation related to a business in this sector
suitability
the diploma course is intended for anyone learning holistic massage on a professional basis, for the first time to a standard where they can confidently begin a practice
the diploma includes a separate:-
anatomy & physiology qualification so that the therapist can study further therapies requiring one
business studies qualification so the therapist can set up a practice as a business with a good knowledge base
basic structure
the course is a total of 51hrs which may be:-
17 weekly sessions of 3hrs over approximately a third of a year
4-5 weekends – 6hrs on each Saturday and Sunday
a combination of weekday evening sessions and weekends
there will be 24hrs of homework plus revision and practice is needed to pass 4 exams
there will be multiple choice exams to test:-
massage theory, anatomy and physiology, business and a practical exam
the weekends will be split, so that there will be ample time for revision and practice
costs
the cost of the course is £400 or £450
(£150 deposit and the rest paid in installments to suit budget on agreement)
syllabus
anatomy and physiology
1. the cell
2. the skin
3. the circulation
4. the lymphatic system
5. the muscles
6. the skeleton
7. the nervous system
8. the endocrine system
9. the digestive system
10. the respiratory system
11. the urinary system
12. the reproductive system
holistic massage
1. history of massage, benefits of massage
2. stress and dis-ease
3. massage moves and their order
4. contraindications - total, referred and local
5. consultation and record keeping
6. communication
7. massage media and equipment
8. hygiene and safety, ethics
9. professionalism and personal development, reflection
10. therapist care
11. acts and legal requirements
12. other holistic therapies
practical
1. observe and note a treatment
2. receive a treatment identifying moves
3. the back
4. the back of legs and feet
5. the front of legs and feet
6. the stomach
7. the arms
8. the chest and neck
9. the face and head
10. practice
business
1. types of business
2. business legislation
3. accounting and keeping records
4. tax rules
5. premises (home v salon)
6. marketing
essential books –
introductory guide to massage
introductory guide to anatomy and physiology,
both by louise tucker