Holistic Therapy Courses
*PLEASE NOTE*
ALL of the following courses (except VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy and Diploma in Reflexology) are taught on a 1-1 basis on a Mon-Thurs daytime (it is possible to do these courses outside of these hours for a 50-100% surcharge; please contact us for more information). Our prices reflect the fact that the courses are taught on an individual basis. Please contact us with your course requirements and days you are interested in & we will advise you of our nearest availability.
The following Holistic courses are accredited by the Guild of Holistic Therapists and are all recognised and insurable:
Diploma in Indian Head Massage
An ideal course to introduce you to holistic therapies, Indian head massage is particularly beneficial as it concentrates on areas where tension accumulates such as the upper back and neck. Set up costs for IHM are minimal; as it can be performed at a dining room table with or without oil! You will cover:
- Benefits of Indian head massage
- Massage movements
- Massage mediums
- Anatomy & Physiology relating to Indian head massage
- Contra-actions
No prior experience is needed as you will learn different massage techniques including those specific to Indian head massage. You will learn to treat the back, arms, face and scalp in this relaxing and popular treatment.
Course Duration – 2 days + case studies + assessment
Cost – £350
Diploma in Swedish Body Massage
This qualification covers everything you need to be able to carry out a full body massage. You will look at:
- Different massage techniques and their benefits
- Massage Mediums
- Consultation
- Contra-indications & Adaptations
- Aftercare
- Anatomy & Physiology relating to massage
No experience is necessary, though many students study Indian head massage prior to Swedish body massage.
Course Duration- 3 days + case studies and assessment
Cost – £450
Diploma in Hot Stone Massage
An advanced massage technique using hot volcanic basalt stones and cold marine stones; you will learn a popular treatment which is particularly good for relaxation and easing tired muscles, cold stones are also good for decongesting the sinus area. You will cover:
- Benefits of hot stones
- Benefits of cold stones
- Body brushing
- How to perform a hot stone treatment
- Contra-indications
- Aftercare
- Safety precautions
This qualification is for therapists who are already qualified in massage. It is mandatory for students to have a kit and they must carry out two treatments at home and gain client feedback. You must hold a body massage qualification to attend this course.
Course Duration- 1 day
Cost – £160
Diploma in Warm Bamboo Massage
A deep tissue massage using warmed bamboo sticks. You must have a qualification in body massage prior to this course.
Course Duration- 1 day
Cost – £160
Diploma in Reflexology
A massage or A&P qualification is essential prior to this course
Course Duration- 6 weeks (+ case studies & assessment)
Cost- £320
Certificate in Hopi Ear Candling (Thermal Auricular Therapy)
This course covers the theory and practical aspects of carrying out an ear candling treatment, including the benefits, health & safety, and lymph drainage massage sequence.
Course Duration- Half day
Cost – £120
Reiki I
A popular holistic treatment working on the body’s natural energy source creating balance within the body. Reiki is used for physical; mental; spiritual and emotional wellbeing. The Reiki 1 attunement allows the therapist to channel Reiki energy.
Course Duration- 2 days
Cost – £175
Reiki II
The Reiki 2 attunement uses higher levels of energy and symbols, and allows the therapist to practice the technique on clients.
Course Duration- 2 days
Cost – £250
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy
(VTCT is a nationally recognised qualification- check out www.vtct.org.uk)
The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy provides you with knowledge of the principles of face and body massage, and how massage therapists practice. This is a practitioner level qualification. You will learn health, safety and hygeine, human anatomy & physiology, and pathology.
Content: Indian Head Massage, Body Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Pre-blended Aromatherapy
Timetable: One evening per week for 20 weeks and 3 x Saturdays
Cost – £1075 inclusive of all tuition and VTCT fees
Payment: £275 deposit and 20 weekly payments of £40
*This course can be taught on a 1-1 basis during the week daytime for £2500 over 14 weeks (clients must be provided for the whole course to practice)*
Note: All beauty therapy training courses are held at our professional training centre in Doncaster, South Yorkshire. Please contact us for more details!
