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Indian Head Massage Certificate Course (VTCT Level 3 or CMA)

  

Course Cost: £215 + registration fees* assessment and fees explained

You have 2 options for accreditation: VTCT or CMA. FEES ARE: Already VTCT registered fees £57, Non-VTCT registered fees £73 or CMA registration £50 

Balance may be paid via interest free monthly payments

  

What is Indian Head Massage?

Indian Head Massage (IHM) sometimes referred to as Champissage and is based on the ayurvedic system of healing which has been practiced in India for over a thousand years. Indian head massage is ultimately a very relaxing form of massage. the benefits are many helping to increase joint mobility and flexibility in the neck and shoulders, improving blood circulation and lymphatic flow, freeing knots of muscular tension, relaxing connective tissue and aiding in the elimination of accumulated toxins and waste products. It is particularly good for reducing the effects of stress and tension, aids headaches, sinusitis, eyestrain, promotes hair growth, improves blood and lymph flow to the upper body, promotes relaxation and better sleep and is said to aid sharper thinking as it harmonises the bodies Chakras.

The Indian Head Massage client remains fully clothed and sits in a chair for the treatment. The therapist uses a range of different massage movements on the upper back, shoulders, back of the neck, arms, scalp and face. The treatment will usually last from 25 - 45 minutes.

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is suitable for anyone interested in holistic therapy. The course covers the full sequence of IHM and all the related theory and the related theory including anatomy of the head, neck and shoulders.

Course dates 2010 & 2011

This qualification can easily be attained within 2-3 months. 

Duration: 4 days or 6 evenings (10:30am - 5pm daytime or 6pm - 9pm evenings) + final exam

We are currently experiencing some problems with our online booking forms so please DO NOT use the bookings form in the table below, please instead download a booking form here cma booking form. 

Type of CourseCourse Date
DurationReference Booking

Weekend

Sept 5, 11-12 & Oct 2 - 2 places remaining

4 days

DIS

Booking Form

Midweek in CHESTER

Oct 12-14 & Nov 30

4 days

DIO

Booking Form

Midweek

Nov 15-17 & Dec 13

4 days

DIN

Booking Form

Midweek in CHESTER

Dec 14-16 & Jan 13

4 days

DID

Booking Form

Midweek 2011

Jan 17-19 & Feb 28

4 days

DIJ11

Booking Form

Weekend & Friday 2011

Mar 12-13, 26 & Apr 22

4 days

DIM11

Booking Form

Midweek  2011

May 2-4 & June 6 

4 days

DIMY11

Booking Form

Weekend 2011

July 23-24, 31 & Sept 4

4 days

DIJY11

Booking Form

Midweek  2011

Sept 22-23, 30 & Nov 4

4 days

DIS11

Booking Form

Midweek 2011

Dec 5-7 & Jan 16

4 days

DID11

Booking Form

We are currently experiencing some problems with our online booking forms so please DO NOT use the bookings form in the table below, please instead download a booking form here cma booking form. 

Course content

  • History & origins of IHM
  • Benefits & effects of IHM
  • Use of oils
  • Therapist & client preparation
  • Contra-indications
  • After care advice
  • IHM theory
  • IHM routine
  • Balancing the chakras
  • Anatomy & physiology of the treatment areas

What does the course include?

  • 4 day programme including tutoring & practical, assessment, workbook tutoring & tutorial
  • 1 or 2 hour examination on a date to suit you
  • Personalised course folder containing all relevant course material & routine
  • Liquid refreshments throughout the course
  • Informal teaching style allowing course members to ask questions and make input
  • Limited numbers to ensure maximum benefit from tutor

Entry qualifications

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

How will I be assessed?

Each candidate is required to undertake a number of case studies over a period of time both in college and at home and to complete question workbooks. Internal assessment involves tests, assignments and practical observations to cover a range of clients and assignments to check knowledge. The course will involve assessment in both practical and theoretical areas. Written work is done via workbook and a practical sampling assessment will be done as a final examination.

Contact us

Download a Prospectus here cheshire massage academy prospectus or make an Training Course Enquiry.  

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