This Body Massage course is considered the foundation course for the holistic therapist, but is a step higher than the Swedish Massage Course which is commonly offered.

Successful candidates will be able to join a recognised governing body, become fully insured, and practice professionally.

The course is supplemented with a full course file and reading material containing directed learning and exercises. This will take you through to completion of a nationally accredited diploma in Body Massage (level 3).

• Anatomy & Physiology
• The basics of Therapeutic Body Massage, and guidance on how to develop a massage routine for each individual client.
• More advanced techniques such as Neuromuscular Technique, Stretching & Acupressure Points.
• Development of a holistic approach - treating the 'mind, body and spirit'.
• The proper application of massage techniques and use of body posture.
• The benefits of massage and its contraindications.
• Identification and location of body surface landmarks - including muscles and bones.
• Professionalism, Ethics and Hygiene

• Practical Observation
• Completion of a Portfolio
• Case Study Completion - a minimum of 5 people treated 4 times each. Each case study must be written up and recorded (further explanation will be given during the course).
  
  Included with the course is also a VTCT Health & Safety module which is accompanied with self study task

Following successful completion, our students have progressed to go on and:

• Work in Health Clubs, Hotels, Ski Resorts (abroad), do home visits as well as open their own practice where they treat their own clients .
• Supplement their full time income by working part time
• Help family and friends by providing regular massage treatments
• Develop their Continual Professional Development (CPD) portfolio
• Study further advanced courses such as Sports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage course, Indian Head Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology ,Lymphatic Massage, Thai Yoga Massage, Osteopathy, Physiotherapy, Herbal Medicine etc.
• use the diploma as a prerequisite entry to a higher qualification such as Osteopathy, Physiotherapy, Herbal Medicine etc.

Successful completion of this diploma course will provide you with the title of "Body Massage Therapist", and the knowledge and techniques needed to give a treatment.

VTCT is recognised by insurance companies for professional liability insurance.

Practitioner insurance is also available upon successful completion of the course.