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

  

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.

Contact us 

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

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VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Indian Head Massage

VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports & Injury Massage 

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