Course options & prices from £99 - £299

 

      All courses are fully insurable in the UK

Indian Head Massage is a very popular and effective holistic therapy treatment. It is very easy to learn and so this course is perfect for beginners. This comprehensive head massage course guides you carefully through all of the traditional massage techniques for both seated and couch based treatment. It is, very simply, one of the most relaxing therapies you can ever experience. And because your clients can remain fully clothed (if they choose to) it's perfect for people of all ages and all walks of life.

 

This course is suitable for complete beginners and also for those who wish to brush up their techniques.

 

Please note: You will need to purchase a velcro body towelling wrap when attending this course. Speak with our friendly team to learn more.

 

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This course is available in 2 formats and payable in instalments. Scroll down the page to view your options.

 

More about the course

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Course Modules

This is the background and theory that you study from home and then complete an online test paper before attending your practical training. It is easily completed with between 6-10 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

Accreditation & Diploma

Many of the Diploma courses offered by Therapy Training School are accredited (ie: approved for membership & insurance purposes) by the International Guild of Complementary Therapists (IGCT), the Guild of Holistic Therapists (GHT) and the Guild of Beauty Therapists (GBT). Additionally, Therapy Training School is an approved Platinum Training Provider with the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT), and this organisation also accredits many of our Diploma courses for membership & insurance purposes.

 

All of our Diploma & Certificate training courses throughout the UK are accredited by Therapy Training Academy Ltd (our umbrella organisation)  and insurance for practicing professionally can be taken out in the UK via Westminster Insurance (highly recommended), Wellbeing Insurance and Towergate Insurance. 

 

With professional insurance in place, you will be able to get a job as a therapist, practice as a self-employed therapist or work independently as a mobile therapist. 

 

Our Certificate courses are recommended for those who wish to deliver treatments to family and friends. Although professional insurance is not a legal requirement, we do advise that you purchase insurance to safeguard your recipients and yourself and to provide you with peace of mind. Insurance for delivering therapy to family and friends can be taken out in the UK via Westminster Insurance (highly recommended), Wellbeing Insurance and Towergate Insurance. Our Certificate courses are accredited by the International Guild of Complementary Therapists (IGCT).

 

*Before you commit to any course, we strongly advise that you check with your potential employer (and Borough Council, if you wish to work in London) to ensure that the qualification you have decided to undertake will be accepted by them, and to find out if you need a licence to work.

 

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