Holistic Massage

Holistic Massage

Put briefly, holistic massage is a type of tissue manipulation that has been in use and developed over thousands of years.

It uses the hands, parts of the body or mechanical means to actually manipulate the softer tissues within the body e.g.: the skin, muscles, ligaments and tendons. It has been used throughout time to promote relaxation, to aid the stimulation and rehabilitation of the entire body.

About Holistic Massage

This Holistic Massage course aims to teach the student all the relevant techniques and tools that can be used in holistic massage to ensure that they are able to treat the entire client, not just the symptom. This contrasts with the Western approach of just alleviating the symptoms using medicine and invasive procedures.

Modules

Lesson 1

• Massage
• History
• Effects
• The Holistic Approach

Lesson 2

• Basic Anatomy and Physiology
• Diseases and Disorders

Lesson 3

• Contra-indications
• Cautions
• Intregal Biology

Lesson 4

• Massage Techniques
• Massage Mediums
• Patch Testing

Lesson 5

• Preparing to Treat
• Creating the Correct Environment
• Consultation
• A Complete Massage Treatment
• Treatment Sequence Order
• Client Care

Lesson 6

• Hygiene Procedures
• After Care
• Reactions to Treatment
• Evaluating and Reviewing Treatment

Lesson 7

• Applicable Legislation
• Consent to Treatment
• Other Therapies that can be used with Hot Stone Massage

Lesson 8

• First Aid Emergencies
• First Aid Training Providers
• Life Saving Procedures
• The Recovery Position
• CPR
• Choking
• Heart Attacks
• Shock
• Allergic Reactions
• Bleeding
• Wounds
• Nose Bleeds
• Breathing Difficulties
• Poisoning
• Insect Stings
• Epileptic Fit
• Blood Sugar Levels
• Burns
• Strains and Sprains
• Panic Attacks
• Dizziness
• Migraine
• The First Aid Box
• The Accident Book

Lesson 9

• Positive Endings
• Referring On
• Ethics and Professionalism
• Client Confidentiality
• Record Keeping/Data Protection
• Palliative Care

Lesson 10

• Acupressure
• Acupuncture
• Alexander Technique
• Aromatherapy
• Bach Flower Remedies
• Biodynamic Tissue Salts
• Bowen Technique
• Chiropractic
• Colour Therapy
• Crystal Therapy
• Ear Candling
• Herbalism
• Homeopathy
• Indian Head Massage
• Iridology
• Kinesiology
• Meditation
• Osteopathy
• Reflexology
• Reiki
• Shiatsu
• Stone Therapy
• Yoga

Lesson 11

• Finding Premises versus Working from Home
• Accounting
• The Law and You
• Finding Clients
• Advertising and Marketing.
• Getting Clients
• Expanding your Business
• Continuing Professional Development
• Conclusion

Entry Requirements

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Holistic Massage.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

View a sample of the certificate (opens in new window)

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