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Indian Head Massage Diploma Course (VTCT Level 3)

Cost: £215 + registration fees £50 or £81* (£15 discount applied)

*cma assessment and fees explained


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

This qualification can be attained within 2 - 6 months. 

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

Type of Course
Course Date
DurationReference Booking
Weekday
Feb 9, 10, 11, 27 4 days
DIF
Weekend
Apr 4, 5, 18 & May 17  
4 days
DIA
Eves (Thurs)
June 4, 11, 18, 25 July 2, 30
4 days
DIJNe
Weekday
Jun 22, 23, 24 July 27
4 days
DIJN
Eves (Thurs)
Sept 3, 10, 17, 24 Oct 1 Nov 5
6 eves
DISe
Weekend
Oct 31 Nov 1, 7 Dec 5
4 days
DIO

  

What is Indian Head Massage?

Indian Head Massage (IHM) sometimes referred to as Champissage, is ultimately a relaxing form of massage as it helps to relieve muscle tension in the neck, shoulders, upper back, scalp and face. It 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. IHM is performed fully clothed and is carried out on the upper back, shoulders, back of the neck, arms, scalp and face.

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 & CD Rom containing all relevant course notes & 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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