VTCT Diploma in Stone therapy

Stone therapy is a technique for using specific types of stone at different temperatures in contact with the skin in order to increase the effects of massage treatment for the face and the body. Stone therapy is an energy therapy and is concerned with creating balance within the body.By alternating temperatures via stones the therapy brings about a chemical response within all the systems of the body. The types of stones most commonly used are Balsalt Lave stones for hot work andMarble stones for cold work.

 

The consultation and treatment planning with the client is most important to establish satifactory and advantageous use of the stones. The purpose of treatment is to improve relaxation and the client's sense of well-being. Stone therapy is most often used in conjunction with facial or body massage, added to a Reflexology treatment and can also be applied seperately. 

 

How long is the course?

The course is run over 3  consecutive days fromm 9.30- 5pm with a practical assessment session on one client.

  PLEASE NOTE WE ONLY TAKE 6 STUDENTS AT A TIME ON THESE COURSES

 

What are the entry requirements?

A sound understanding of written and spoken English. You will also be required to:

  • have a acceptable level  Anatomy & Physiology  qualification
  • an acceptable qualfication  in body massage
  • an acceptable qualification in facial massage.IHowever if you do not have a facial unit you can join the three evening sessions whilst on the stone course to cover this unit. Giving you a VTCT HOLISTIC FACIAL AND MASSAGE QUALIFICATION.  This UNIT COST AN EXTRA £100.
  • You will also be required to cover the mandatory requirement of VTCT health and safety diploma the D1120 or to have taken under the last 3 years a VR02/VR74 diploma in health,safety,security and employments standards.  If any of the above requrements are missing, these can be covered before the course starts. The holistic facial and  massage unit is a good add on for any body therapist see  details  under courses for more information on course content.

 


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.  All practical sessions are taught using organic products sourced from a local perfumer www.arcania-apothecary.co.uk.

 

 

Course Content

  • benefits/ contra- indications of stone therapy
  • caring and cleaning hot and cold stones
  • caring and cleaning stone heater
  • consultation techniques for stone therapy
  • treatment planning
  • stone placing, pressure in use
  • checking the temperatures
  • stone therapy massage sequence- for body and face
  • use in - energising,balancing,lymphatic drainage, minor strains and sprains, tension, relaxation
  • understanding of thermogenic and cryogenics
  • techniques of placing stones- tucking,tapping etc
  • chakras, meridians
  • types fo stones, mineral content, properties
  • correct handling of stones in massage treatments 

What equipment is required for the course?
Students will be required to wear the college uniform of a plain black t-shirt (no logos) or black tunic top, black trousers and flat black clean shoes (no open toes). 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 and coloured pencils unless they are working directly onto a laptop. Additionally, students will be required to purchase a stone heater, set of hot and cold stones  or have access to for case studies and  practise at home.

 

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

 

  • one assignment
  • Completed case studies. This consists of treating two people three times each with full consultations and written notes of progress and the final outcome. Self-assessment of your performance is an important and integral part of this process.
  • A Practical Assessment 
  • completed portfolio and assessment book
  • Continuous assessment throughout the course in the form of written assignments-Two

Please note if taking the Facial unit qualification you will also have an assignment to complete and  1 facial practical session

 

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 before college sessions and case studies after  study time at the college.

 


What qualifications will I gain?
Upon successful completion of the course candidates will be awarded the VTCT Diploma in Stone Therapy and the Health Academics Stone Therapy Diploma. also  VTCT Holistic Facial Massage unit.

 


How much does the course cost?
The cost of the course including handouts and student workbook is £300 , with an additional assessment day fee of £35

VTCT assessment book £26 and one in a life VTCT registration fee of £16 plus if required £100 for the facial unit.

 

 

Course dates for 2010:

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday  21st, 22nd and 23rd June 2010 

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Flexibility is the key with all Health Academics courses. You tell us when you would like to start a course and we will do our best to work around your needs.

 

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