VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Body Massage

 

Body Massage may be applied to any region of the body specifically or generally in a routine.This course takes the massage one step further than the Swedish Massage course.

The critical aspects of this qualification are to ensure that massage is provided safely and effectively according to its intended purpose and having regard to its suitability in terms of the clients physical condition.

 

This qualification requires an enhanced knowledge of anatomy and physiology and the use of Swedish,Shiatsu and Acupressure techniques for relaxation, lymphatic drainage, posture improvements and stress relief. Also exercises and deep breathing techniques.

 

 

How long is the course?

The course is run over 6 days 9.30- 5pm

Plus 1 day for the  Principles and practice of Complementary therapies and Business practice ffor complementary therapies if these units have not been covered in previous course. see course information for details and price.

 

 WEEKENDS: A Saturday and Sunday every month for 3 months , with a final practical assessment set to suit you.These run every other month.  see exam dates.

 

.

 

 

What are the entry requirements?

There are no entry requirements apart from a sound understanding of written and spoken English. You will also be required to have a short interview either in person or over the telephone.  

This course contains a certain amount of wriiten work.

If you are worried about your litracy and language skills , we cna arrange a on line test from your home to assess your level. If we both feel that it is not of the acceptable level we can than advice you of how to improve in this area to ba able to complete/attend the course. 


 

 

How is the course taught?
The course is taught through a series of lectures and tutorials, utilising visual learning aids, an interactive smart board and an internet link. Students will also practise treatments upon one another during the practical sessions. There will be two additional practical sessions where students will perform treatments on members of the public. All practical sessions are taught using organic products sourced from a local perfumer www.arcania-apothecary.co.uk. and waxes from www.songbirdnaturals.co.uk

 

  VTCT 7 units that must be covered are:

  • Business practice for complementary therapies
  • principles and practice for complementary therapies
  • Health, safety and hygiene for complementary therapies 
  • Knowledge of anatomy,physiology and pathology for complementary therapies
  • knowledge of less common pathology for complementary therapies
  • provide body massage for complementary therapies
  • Reflective practice for body massage

 

Practical Course Content covered on 6 days

  • preparation of treatment environment
  • preparation of self and client
  • objective of massage
  • contra-indications
  • legislation governing working practices
  • role of swedish massage
  • body massage treatments- including all classic swedish massage movements(see swedish massage course)
  • Extra advanced massage techniques- deep effleurage,neuromuscular(NMT),acupressure point,stretching and releasing,calming plus techniques that Suzie has developed over her many years as a therapist.
  • Full body massage - legs,back,abdomen arms, neck , shoulders and face
  • seated massage for back, neck and shoulders
  • prone massage for back, neck and shoulders
  • exercises and deep breathing
  • postural improvement
  • materials, prodcuts and equipment
  • treatment plans- short, medium and long term
  • evaluation of treatments/ recording treatments
  • aftercare
  • professional behaviour
  • marketing and employment
  • CPD and insurance
  • Reflective practice
Theory course content covered by homestudy and assignments or APL(accredited prior learning) this will apply at first to the Health & safety and Anatomy & Physiology units.

 

  • Business practice for complementary therapies 
  • Health,safety and hygiene for complementary therapies
  • knowledge of anatomy,physiology and pathology for complementary therapies
  • knowledge of less known pathology for complementary therapies 
  • Principle and practice of complementary therapies
  • Reflective practice for body massage therapies

What equipment is required for the course?
Students will be required to wear the college uniform of a plain black short sleeve t-shirt (no logos) or black tunic top, black trousers and flat black clean shoes (no open toes). Please note: this must be a uniform bought for the course, we do not accept every day clothing Students will need to have access to a computer for typing assignments and will need an internet connection with their own email address to enable the distribution of course notes and, importantly, for the submission of assignments. Students will also need pens, notepaper , ring folder and coloured pencils unless they are working directly onto a laptop. Additionally, students will be also be given the option to purchase  recommended course books.

 

REMEMBER YOU WILL ALSO NEED A MASSAGE COUCH FOR CASE STUDIES AND PRACTICE - try not to purchase until after the first weekend when we will be discussing couches and equipment.

 


How is the course assessed?
The course is assessed by:

  • Completed case studies. This consists of treating  thirty treatments for at least 12 clients( with a minimum of two treatments each for 6 clients). These can consist of full body, prone and sitted back, neck and shoulders treatments.
  • A Practical Assessment  half day or evening session- 2 clients to be treated. we find the models. Please see additional information for fee.
  • completed portfolio and assessment book
  • Continuous assessment throughout the course in the form of written assignments

For the Health & safety*

  •  Two Assignments
  • A multiple choice 25 question paper set by VTCT and to be taken at the centre

For the Anatomy , Physiology and pathology *

  •  Nine  assignments
  • A multiple choice 36 question paper set by VTCT and to be taken at the centre
 * Note: if you have taken any Health & safety or Anatomy & Physiology before the 1st August 2010 you can APL your work and just upgrade any areas that you have not covered. But you must resit the test papers for the NEW qualifications. The price for doing this can be discussed with the centre.

On completion of assignments and case studies, these will have to br printed up along with the feedback forms and put into folder or saved onto memory stick, Cd or card. This must be brought to the centre on your final practical assessment.

 

Is there any home study?
Independent study is an essential part of this course and you will be required to do practical and theoretical home study between college sessions. How many hours you set aside each week will be up to you and how quickly you wish to become qualified. 

 


What qualifications will I gain?
Upon successful completion of the course candidates will be awarded the Level 3 VTCT Diploma in Body Massage and the Health Academics in Body Massage Diploma.

 


How much does the course cost?
The cost of the course

 

£488  which  handouts, teaching,assessing and verifying assignments Plus £50 for the half day assessment.

£87 for  Body Massage   VTCT registration fee (plus a one off life time registration fee of £16 if you have not taken a VTCT course before)

 

 PLUS* Diploma in Body Masssage only

£80 for the one Monday required for the two units- if not achieved previously. see course information

  • Principles and practice for complementary therapies
  • Business practice for complementary therapies

These units are required for the Body massage, Reflexology and Aromatherapy Diplomas. once completed the principles and pracitce will not have to be taken again. the reflective practice can be carried out by an assignment after you have attended the course once and does not require study at the centre.

Please also note that once you have completed

  • The business practice for complementary therapies  and the principals and practice of complementary therapies in any one course this will not have to be covered again.

 

 

Course dates for 2012

 

Next course start date: Saturday and Sunday    24th and 25th March  2012

 

If following the Diploma in Body massage route you will be required to attend on Monday  26th March 2012 as well. This is to cover the principals and practice and the business units.

 

 

 

 

Call NOW To Book Your VTCT Training Course

Tel: 01749 678402

Alternatively click here to contact Health Academics online

£488.00