Course description
Our online massage course will equip you with the essential knowledge to pursue a rewarding career as a massage therapist. If you have a passion for assisting others and enjoy the art of touch, this course is perfect for you. After this course, you’ll have the knowledge to establish your own massage practice and obtain insurance coverage, allowing you to thrive as a self-employed masseuse.
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Training Course Content
Unit 1: Essential Anatomy and Physiology
- Body systems
- Nervous system
- Muscular system
- Muscle groups
- The skeletal system
- Joints
- Tendons and Ligaments
Unit 2: Understanding Massage
- What is massage?
- Types of massage
- Massage suitability
- How massage works
- Benefits of massage
- Equipment
- Hygiene
Unit 3: Contraindications and Special Populations
- Special populations
- Pregnancy and massage
- Lymphatic drainage
- Contraindications
- Massage modifications
Unit 4: Client Consultation
- Therapist safety
- Client assessment
- Care plan
- Massage environment
Unit 5: Massage Techniques and Components
- Massage tools
- Pressure, direction, duration and speed
- Massage techniques
- Friction
- Petrissage
- Tapotement
- Hacking, cupping and tapping
Unit 6: Massage Positions
- Prone massages and techniques
- Supine massages and techniques
- Guidance for seated message
Course delivery details
Upon completing this comprehensive online massage course, students will be well-prepared to embark on a fulfilling career as qualified massage therapists, capable of providing therapeutic massages, adhering to safety protocols, and addressing the unique needs of diverse client populations.
This course is assessed using a series of written assignments that are designed to test your knowledge of the course materials. These will need to be sent to your personal tutor for marking, whereupon they will supply you with helpful tips and feedback. No external examinations are required.
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