Description
About the course:
This diploma provides you with an understanding of the systems of the human body; the origins and benefits of Holistic Massage and other complementary therapies; performing a full body massage, and marketing strategies. It also teaches you how to become a professional therapist, maintain health and safety rules in the workplace and exhibit your professionalism in your conduct and image as a therapist.
The Diploma in Holistic Massage is essential for people interested in pursuing a career in holistic care and beauty therapy.
ITEC is one of the foremost providers of awards for education in beauty and complementary therapies. ITEC qualifications are internationally recognized and may offer you the opportunity to travel abroad and gain valuable practical experience in the industry.
Modules:
(ITEC unit 1) Anatomy and physiology
Anatomy is the study of the structure of the human body whilst Physiology is the study of the body functions.
This course follows the latest scheme of work set by ITEC, ensuring you study to the highest standards. You will gain an in depth knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology as well as Pathology (which is the study of diseases and disorders) of the following body systems: Skeletal, Muscular, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Endocrine, Skin, Cells, Reproductive, Urinary, Neurological, Digestive and Lymphatic.
Course methodology:
The course includes:
- 20 recorded videoconference classes of 2 hours;
- Downloadable supplementary worksheets, revision sheets to help consolidate the information;
- E-mail support with tutors and other students;
- Self-assessment: sample questions on each system to help preparing you for the end exam.
After registration to the course, you will receive a user name and password to start your training whenever you wish to.
You will have to purchase the ITEC study book: An Introductory Guide to Anatomy and Physiology by Louise Tucker. The latest version is the 5th edition, but other versions are also valid. A guided price is 22.16 € in Amazon.
The Anatomy and Physiology e-learning package is fun, inspirational and designed to be available for you up to one year. It has all the benefits of distance learning with regards to studying at your own rhythm and it has the advantage of guidance by your tutor during the classes, via e-mail or in the forum of the online platform.
Evaluation: online with 50 multiple choice questions
Certification: downloadable certificate in Anatomy, Physiology and pathology
(ITEC unit 22) Business Awareness & Professional Conduct
This module includes a manual, tasks and over 200 real ITEC questions.
The aim of this course is to:
- Provide the student with basic skills for finding employment;
- Provide the student with basic skills for starting their own business anywhere in general and in the UK or in Spain in particular;
- Professional aspects and code of conduct;
- Health and safety regulations (first aid, fire safety, hygiene and sterilization);
- Prepare students for the ITEC exam in Business Awareness and Professional Conduct.
Exam: Online with 50 multiple choice questions.
Certification: a certificate of achievement is downloadable upon completion.
Online support: course forum, chat and e-mail support.
(ITEC unit 2) Holistic Massage
Holistic massage is the most practiced form of massage in the western world, known also as Swedish or classical massage: It combines massage movements to manipulate soft tissues, improves muscle tone and circulation and promotes relaxation. During the course, students will learn to perform a professional full body massage.
This module includes:
- The history, theory and philosophy of holistic massage;
- Definition and purposes of massage;
- Psychological and physiological effects of massage;
- Contraindications to massage;
- Classical Swedish massage movements;
- Client care and modesty – towel draping;
- Massage mediums – oil, cream and talcum powder;
- How to prepare yourself and the workspace;
- a 1 hour full body massage routine with videos on:
- how to set up the massage bed;
- the massage movements;
- step-by-step through each zone;
- the whole routine;
- Preparation of consultation and case studies;
Before starting the massage module it is advisable to complete from the anatomy course at least the modules on muscles, skeletal system, skin (tegumentary system) and cardiovascular system.
Case studies: Students will need to do 20 recorded massages (5 models times 4 sessions). How to record the case studies is explained on the massage platform.
The case studies need to be submitted and approved by the teacher before it is possible to print of the certificate for the massage module. In case you take the ITEC exam, they need to be ready before the exam dates.
Exams:
- The theoretical part of the holistic massage exam will be done online with 50 multiple choice questions. 60% pass rate.
- To approve the practical part, you will have to upload or send us a video of your massage. This video will be graded together with your teacher during a video conference. During this time your teacher will give you advice on improvement if necessary. You have 3 chances to approve your performance.
Certification:
- A certificate of achievement for each module will be downloadable from the online platforms upon passing the exams and approval of case studies.
- Once completed all modules you will receive by post your in-house diploma of holistic massage homologated by FENACO and entitles you to work in Spain.
ITEC Exam (optional):
Taking the ITEC exam is optional. Students will be able to work with the school in house diploma homologated by FENACO, but taking the ITEC exam is recommended for:
- Worldwide recognition, especially in all the English speaking countries
- Prestige, as ITEC is known for its high level of professionalism
- Studying further into ITEC levels in any of the more than 600 ITEC schools in the world
ITEC exam structure:
- Theory exam: three hours 150 multiple choice questions
- 50 questions on Anatomy (Pass grade 50%)
- 50 questions on Massage (Pass grade 60%)
- 50 questions on Business Awareness (Pass grade 60%)
- Practical exam: 45 min with oral questions.
- Summit 20 case studies (5 models x 4 massages)
Costs:
- Total cost of the course: 760 Euros, including:
- Online Anatomy & Physiology with Pathology course – 240 Euros
- Online business awareness & professional conduct course – 125 Euros
- Online module on holistic massage in – 395 Euros
- Optional: Preparation and sending the in-house diploma – 25 Euros
- Total cost of the course with the ITEC exam : 1520 Euros, including:
- Online Anatomy & Physiology with Pathology course – 240 Euros
- Online business awareness & professional conduct course – 125 Euros
- Online module on holistic massage in – 395 Euros
- ITEC exam fee, preparation days, administration and postage of ITEC diploma – 760 Euros
