Whether you want to upskill, retrain for an exciting new career, or want to learn a range of life-enhancing therapies for the benefit of yourself and your loved ones, our Home Study Qualification courses can be the perfect fit for you.
Our beginners level home learning course in Indian Head Massage is designed for anyone who wants to become a Holistic massage therapist. Using our detailed course manual alongside the FREE instructional tutor-led videos you will learn how to perform the best selection of essential massage movements so that you can confidently deliver a professional Indian Head Massage treatment.
The beautifully written and illustrated course manual guides you through a pre-treatment consultation and it also provides you with essential knowledge on the relevant anatomy and physiology plus covering the wide range of benefits from having a massage and how to identify contraindications.
This home learning course in Indian Head Massage requires you to study your course manual and pass an online multiple choice test paper.
You then learn the techniques by following the tutor led instructional video supplied with your course.
We also recommend that you complete several case studies before offering treatments. The case studies are self-assessed and help you become familiar with the treatment sequence and client consultation processes.
Our Certificate Qualification is awarded as soon as you pass the online theory test and allows you to work as a self-employed therapist, start your own home-based business, or even work as a mobile therapist.
This course is suitable for intermediate level and also useful for those who wish to brush up on their techniques.
UPGRADE OPTION: Should you wish, you can upgrade to a Diploma qualification and attend practical training once you've passed your Certificate course.
This is an entry level course and as such you do not need to have any previous experience or qualifications to participate.
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You will be given access to download your training materials from the student area of our website. There is an online multiple choice test paper that is easily completed with 8-12 hours of study time. For some people it may take a little longer.
Module 1
How Head Massage was originally practiced in India
How it is now practiced in the West
How Indian Head Massage is commonly taught
Indian Head Massage as taught by Therapy Training School
Module 2
Effects and benefits overview
Effects and benefits in detail
Module 3
The skeletal system
The muscular system
Blood flow in the head and neck
The trigeminal nerve
The lymphatic system
Module 4
Client consultation skills
Consultation environment
Client education
Client confidentiality
Consultation form
Notes on consultation form
Contraindications
Module 5
Body mechanics
Correct body mechanics
Guidelines
Module 6
Preparing for therapy
Client preparation
Therapist preparation
Basic hygiene
Adaptations
Module 7
Massage Movements
Massage overview
Massage techniques explained
Module 8
After therapy recommendations
Information and aftercare advice
The benefits of drinking water
Module 9
Before beginning therapy
Oils that may be used
Weight and pressure of massage techniques
Part one (seated): Upper back, shoulders, neck and head massage
Part two (lying down): The neck, head and face massage
Module 10
Case Study Guidelines
Case study examples
Additional information
FAQs
Hints and tips
Your notes and questions
Additional documents
Test paper
Client form
Case study form
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Login to the fab student area at our website. It's packed full of useful information and will guide you through all of the essential steps before downloading your course manual. Our friendly support team will be on hand to offer help and guidance every step of the way.
You'll be able to take the test via our dedicated Therory test website and complete everything online from the comfort of your own home.
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Once you've passed the theory your Certificate will be posted to you. You can then obtain professional therapist insurance and begin to practice the techniques on family and friends before offering treatment to the paying public.
Once you're qualified, you can obtain insurance from a number of reputable companies including: Westminter Indemnity, Towergate, International Institute for Complementary Therapies. Read more at our accreditation and insurance page here >
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