Essential Diploma in Massage Therapy Techniques

These Level 2 qualifications are basic vocational qualifications which focus on the development of the underlying principles and practical skills required within the complementary therapies sector. This qualification is ideal as an introduction into the realm of complementary therapies.
The qualification allows one to acquire the knowledge and the skills required for treatments / services at Level 2 only.

Course content

• Introduction to principles and practices for complementary therapies
• Introduction to clinic services and business awareness for complementary therapies
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology for complementary therapies
• Provide basic massage techniques

* This unit will be delivered separately to the other units which may involve attendance on another day / evening and may also include elements of units 303 & 304 (Level 3)

Entry Requirements

ll commitment to attendance and achievement. A minimum of 3 – 4 hours per week needs to be set aside for home study.

Delivery & Assessment methods

Assessment is on-going throughout the length of the course taking the form of practical observations, research tasks, reports, presentations, case studies and online multiple choice knowledge tests. Samples of work are internally verified (IV) on a regular basis and are also externally verified (EV) by an assessor from the awarding body. Notice of external verifiers visits will be given and, if necessary, you may be required to attend a meeting with the EV which could be outside your normal college attendance hours.

Progression

Level 3 Diploma in Body Massage, Level 2 Diploma in Complementary Therapies, Level 2 Diploma in Basic Aromatherapy Techniques or Level 2 Diploma in Basic Reflexology Techniques.