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Swedish MassageDiploma Course

Massage is a very powerful tool in assisting the body to balance itself. Through the skilful application of tools and techniques, knowledge of the human body, a relaxing environment, and taking the time to engage in explorative consultation, a therapist can provide a safe, effective massage that provides an exceptional boost to wellness. The Swedish Massage Diploma Course shows you how.

Course overview:

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11 Modules

4 Videos

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What Will You Learn?

The course covers all the basic anatomy and physiology knowledge needed in order to understand how the body works and to tailor treatments to suit each client, including the form and function of the skin, musculature, skeletal and organ systems. You’ll be guided through the beneficial effects various massage techniques have on the body and how they are performed. Additionally, you’ll explore the advantages and disadvantages of using oil, powder, lotions, creams, and balms in your massages, giving you an understanding of what works for particular clients.

Getting to know the client is an important step in ensuring the best treatment can be provided to them. The Swedish Massage Diploma Course talks you through what information is required before treatment can commence – exploring what a client wants to gain from the treatment and ensuring that you are aware of any contraindications or contra-actions they may have so that they can be advised accordingly or the treatment tailored appropriately. You’ll also learn about relevant legislation that affects a massage therapist, making sure that both the therapist and client know and understand the legal duties and rights of the therapist.

You will not just learn the theory but also the practical aspects of Swedish massage. You’ll be guided through a suggested massage routine that uses your newly-acquired knowledge and puts it to practical use. You’ll learn how to set up a therapy room and massage couch to ensure client comfort and make them feel instantly at ease as they walk through the door. The aftercare advice that is to be provided to clients is also covered, to ensure they are aware of any aftereffects they may experience and give them total confidence in the professionalism of the therapist.

Massage can place enormous strain on a therapist’s body, through the Swedish Massage Diploma Course you will learn effective self-care techniques and hand exercises that will ensure a long and healthy career.

The course concludes with some quick-fire hints, tips, and ideas that will help to promote a business cheaply and effectively.

Who Would Benefit from This Course?

This course provides theoretical and practical knowledge on the practice and techniques used in Swedish massage, so that you may go on to gain practical experience and take on further study.

Those looking to provide Swedish massage to their friends, family or partner will enjoy the course’s modular approach that makes learning easy to consume and simple to follow.

Modules

Module 1 – Introduction to Swedish Massage 6 Parts

Introduction
Part 1: A Brief History
Part 2: The Effects of Massage
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 1 Assessment

Module 2 - Anatomy & Physiology9 Parts

Part 1: The Skin
Part 2: Skeletal System
Part 3: Muscles
Part 4: The Circulatory System
Part 5: The Respiratory System
Part 6: The Digestive System
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 2 Assessment

Module 3 - The Effects of Massage Therapy on the Body 9 Parts

Part 1: The Effects of Massage Therapy on the Body
Part 2: Massage Techniques
Part 3: Video - Effleurage
Part 4: Video - Petrissage
Part 5: Video - Tapotement/Percussion
Part 6: Video - Friction
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 3 Assessment

Module 4 - Massage Mediums 5 Parts

Part 1: Carrier Oils
Part 2: Powders
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 4 Assessment

Module 5 - Contraindications to Massage 5 Parts

Part 1: Contraindications
Part 2: Contra-actions to Massage
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 5 Assessment

Module 6 - Health and Safety in the Workplace 6 Parts

Part 1: The Health & Safety at Work Act
Part 2: Using Hazardous Substances or Materials
Part 3: Fire Safety Procedures
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 6 Assessment

Module 7 - Client Consultation 6 Parts

Part 1: The Consultation
Part 2: Body Fat
Part 3: Communication Difficulties
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 7 Assessment

Module 8 - Preparing your Therapy Room 6 Parts

Part 1: Making Your Client Comfortable
Part 2: Anatomical Terminology
Part 3: Swedish Massage Routine
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 8 Assessment

Module 9 - Aftercare Advice 4 Parts

Aftercare Advice
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 9 Assessment

Module 10 - Things to Consider as a Therapist 7 Parts

Part 1: Hand Exercises
Part 2: Personal Hygiene
Part 3: Equipment Required
Part 4: Insurance and Professional Membership
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Module 10 Assessment

Module 11 - Ways of Promoting your Business 6 Parts

Marketing Ideas
Test Your Knowledge
Key Learning Points Exercise
Conclusion
Appendices
Module 11 Assessment

Accreditations

The Swedish Massage Diploma Course will take you up to 150 hours to complete working from home. There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. This is a Level 3 course and will give you 150 CPD (Continued Professional Development) points.

Upon completion of your course assessments, you receive 2 certificates. A certificate from the Centre of Excellence and a CPD certificate displaying the number of CPD points earned from the course.

Many Centre of Excellence courses are Fully Accredited by the world’s leading professional membership association for natural medicine – The Complementary Medical Association (The CMA).

You can apply to join The CMA as a Student Member while you are still studying, and if you do so you will be eligible to use the post nominal letters SCMA after your name.

Upon graduation from a CMA Registered course you will be eligible to apply for CMA Membership and this will give you numerous professional benefits including being able to use the letters MCMA after your name – Member of The Complementary Medical Association. This will demonstrate your commitment to excellence and professionalism in the natural healthcare field.

Register with The CMA as a Student or fully qualified Practitioner via The CMA website where you will be asked to submit your certificate of graduation, and proof of insurance.

The CMA’s recommended insurers are Westminster global.

This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. Therefore, upon successful completion of this course, learners can also receive a certificate of achievement from Quality Licence Scheme and a Learner Unit Summary, which lists the details of all the units the learner has completed as part of the course. (This certificate is optional and costs an additional £25).

The Quality Licence Scheme is part of the Skills and Education Group, a charitable organisation that unites education and skills-orientated organisations that share similar values and objectives. With more than 100 years of collective experience, the Skills and Education Group’s strategic partnerships create opportunities to inform, influence and represent the wider education and skills sector.

The Skills and Education Group also includes two nationally recognised awarding organisations; Skills and Education Group Awards and Skills and Education Group Access. Through their awarding organisations they have developed a reputation for providing high-quality qualifications and assessments for the education and skills sector. They are committed to helping employers, organisations and learners cultivate the relevant skills for learning, skills for employment, and skills for life.

Their knowledge and experience of working within the awarding sector enables them to work with training providers, through the Quality Licence Scheme, to help them develop high-quality courses and/or training programmes for the non-regulated market.

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