The course is open to both practicing Holistic therapists and individuals who have an interest to learn this skill, in order to work as Holistic Massage therapists.
No previous knowledge is required to study on this course, you will be trained from beginner to practitioner/therapist level.
Massage is a systematic, therapeutic stroking and kneading of the soft tissues of the body, which has been used as a form of therapy for thousands of years. Earliest records of the use of massage as a therapy come from China over 5,000 years ago.
The use of massage in the West became more popular in the 16th Century when a French doctor, Ambroise Pare incorporated a more anatomical and physiological approach. Per Henrik Ling, from Sweden developed a system of massage and gymnastics in the early 19th Century which became what we now know as Swedish or Holistic Massage.
There are many different types of massage that have been developed; some approaches focus on the physical effects that the massage techniques have on the body, whilst others focus attention on the relationship between the exterior and interior of the body which is also closely interlinked via the nervous system. All types of massage have an effect on the skin, muscles, blood vessels, lymph, nerves and some of the internal organs, together the flow of 'energy' within the body.
This in-depth course will lead you step-by-step through the treatment sequence and teach you everything you need to know in order to become a successful Holistic Massage therapist.
Once you have completed this course you will be completely equipped to practise this therapy in a professional capacity.
Workshops are provided by the course writer Sue Etherden. Please follow the link for further details Workshops
Subjects included in the Course:
Introduction
What is massage?
History & Origins
Effects and benefits
Cautions during treatment
Contra-indications
Basic Anatomy & Physiology
Diseases and Disorders
The Chakras
Equipment required (Massage couch etc)
Massage Techniques
Massage sequences. Oils, creams or talc
Consultation with your client
Assessment techniques - initial treatment, ongoing and after care and advice.
Ethics
Building your client base
Running a Holistic Massage Practice
CPD (Continual Personal Development)
Course writers Comments
The course comes with lessons, tests, diagrams, exam paper and case studies from a Professional Holistic Massage Practice. Together with additional course supplements covering what you will need for setting up a successful 'Holistic Massage Practice'.
Workshops and CPD courses are provided by the course writer, Sue Etherden. Further information here »
Sue Etherden: SNHS Dip.(Hypnotherapy), SNHS Dip.(Advanced Hypnotherapy), SNHS Dip.(Acupressure), SNHS Dip.(Shiatsu), SNHS Dip. (Professional Relaxation Therapy), SNHS Dip. (Reflexology), SNHS Dip.(Advanced Reflexology) and Higher International Diploma in Reflexology
Students obtaining 80% average pass marks will be awarded an accredited SNHS Diploma entitling them to practise.
Fees:
Tutored: single payment of £295 or £95 deposit followed by 4 monthly payments of £50
Self-Study: single payment of £135 or £35 deposit followed by 4 monthly payments of £25