This is the foundation course upon which all other Complementary, Beauty and Sports Therapy awards are based. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be qualified as a Professional Massage Therapist.
It is comprised of several units encompassing all systems of the body. It is vital that a therapist understands the human Anatomy & Physiology in detail, as you will be working in direct contact with the body structures.
You will learn the knowledge and skills required to successfully provide a Swedish massage treatment for the purposes of relaxation and stress relief.
Course Content:
Theory – Knowledge of the structure & function of all systems of the body:
- Skeletal
- Muscular
- Circulatory
- Respiratory
- Digestive
- Neurological
- Endocrine
- Genital-Urinary
- Skin and Cells
- Diseases and Disorders of each system
- Practical Full body Massage
- Professional Conduct & Business Awareness
Each session is divided into 50% theory study and 50% practical massage.
Assessment: Case studies, assignments and exams are required to be completed for this award.
Course Dates:
20th February – 2nd March 2012 (this course requires attendance Monday – Friday for two consecutive weeks)
**NOW FULL**23rd April – 4th May 2012 (this course requires attendance Monday – Friday for two consecutive weeks)
18th - 29th June 2012 (this course requires attendance Monday – Friday for two consecutive weeks)
10th – 31st September 2012 (this course requires attendance Monday – Friday for two consecutive weeks)
12th – 23rd November 2012 (this course requires attendance Monday – Friday for two consecutive weeks)
Entrance Requirements: No previous experience necessary.
If a student already holds a recognisable qualification in Anatomy & Physiology you can complete the Holistic massage part of our courses, providing ITEC give written confirmation of Accredited Prior Learning (APL). Attendance class times are half of the day i.e. 1.00 – 4.00pm.
Tutor: Annette Stoker
For further information please email the Academy, call us on 01285 885122 or download and fill in the enrolment form.
