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Swedish Massage Certificate Course (VTCT Level 3)

**Cost: £400 + registration fees £50 or £81* (£30 discount applied)**

* cma assessment and fees explained

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is suitable for those wishing to qualify as a professional therapist but also for those who have a genuine interest in taking the basic understanding of Swedish Massage further. This particular qualification is the 'cornerstone' for massage therapies as it forms the entry requirement for many advanced courses such as Hot Stone Massage, Sports Massage, On-Site Massage, Advanced Massage and many one day workshops. It is therefore the ideal course to do if you are new to massage therapy.

Course dates

This qualification can be attained within 3 - 6 months.

Duration - 7 days or 11 evenings (10:30am - 5pm weekdays; 6pm - 9pm evenings) + final exam.

Type of Course	Course Date	Duration	Reference	Booking
Eves (Thurs)	Mar 5, 12, 19, 26 Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May 21, 28	11 eves	CSMe	Booking Form
Weekday	Apr 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17 May 21	7 days	CSA	Booking Form
Weekend	June 20, 21 July 4, 5, 11, 12 Aug 15	7 days	CSJN	Booking Form
Weekday	Aug 24-26 Sept 1-3 Oct 5	7 days	CSAG	Booking Form
Eves (Wed)	Sept 2, 9 16, 23, 30 Oct 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov 18, 25	11 eves	CSSe	Booking Form
Weekend	Nov 21-22, 28-29 Dec 12-13 Jan 9-10 (2010)	7 days	CSN	Booking Form

What is Full Body Massage?

Swedish massage uses oil or talc and the massage covers the arms, legs, shoulders, neck, face, abdomen and back. Massage strokes include effleurage, friction, kneading, wringing and percussion.

Course content

The history of massage
Benefits & effects of massage
Contra-indications
Relevant anatomy & physiology (A&P)
Massage techniques
Preparation for treatment
After treatment care
Full-body massage routine

What does the course include?

7 day or 11 evening programme including tutoring & practical and assessments, including A&P test
1 or 2 hour examination on a date to suit you
Personalised course folder & CD Rom containing course notes& routines
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

Cheshire Massage Academy Introduction to Massage, or
VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Holistic Therapies, or
equivalent anatomy & physiology qualification.

How will I be assessed?

Each candidate is required to undertake a number of case studies over a period mainly at home and to complete assignments and project work. 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.