Course description
All course materials will be delivered to you by post or email, so it couldn't be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way by email. You will have more than enough time to complete your course so you can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple.
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
- Speed
- Massage techniques
- Friction
- Petrissage
- Tapotement
- Hacking
- Prayer
- Cupping
- Tapping
Unit 6 Massage Positions
- Prone massages and techniques
- Supine massages and techniques
- Guidance for seated message
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