MASSAGE TRAINING COURSES
ACCREDITED WITH THE AROMATHERAPY
AND ALLIED PRACTITIONERS' ASSOCIATION (A.A.P.A.)
How
Long is the Course?
The Massage training course is delivered in two modules attending one day a month
for 10 months.
How
is the Course Taught?
Visual
learning aids, lectures and tutorials are used to teach the theory
side of Massage.
Prerequisite
for Course
Students
must hold a recognised Anatomy and Physiology Certificate or work
towards the Aromatherapy and Allied Practitioners' Association's (A.A.P.A.) Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology in conjunction
with taking the Massage Diploma.
Course
Requirements
Students
need to bring with them pens, paper, coloured pencils and clear
punched plastic folders for course notes. Neat and tidy notes are
mandatory and are counted towards the final mark. A white
tunic, black or dark blue trousers with flat black or dark blue
shoes (no open toes) are also required.
The
course is assessed by:
- Full
attendance of the course 70 hours tutor contact
- Completed
case studies 50 hours
- Theoretical
examination 3 hour duration
- Practical
examination 90 minutes duration
- Background
reading is expected throughout the course
- Continual
assessment through assignment and portofolio work
Download the Massage training course Syllabus
Home
Study
An
integral part of the course is time spent in home study, of both
theory and practice. An important feature of this Diploma course
is the continuous assessment and support of the students. The School
expects a high level of student commitment throughout the course,
both in and out of School.
Examinations
At
the end of the course students sit a 3 hour Massage theory examination
paper, plus a 90 minute practical exam, where massage techniques
as well as client care and standards of Health, Safety and Hygiene
are assessed. Students also need to submit written evidence of completing 50 hours of massage case studies.
Qualifications
On
satisfactory completion of the course, successful candidates are
awarded the Aromatherapy and Allied Practitioners' Association's (A.A.P.A.)
Diploma in Massage, as well as a Diploma in Therapeutic Massage
from The Sue Lincoln School of Holistic Therapies.
Governing Bodies
You
may apply to join Aromatherapy and Allied Practitioners' Association (A.A.P.A.). Members of this organisation
may then use these designations after their name. Successful candidates may also join the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (C.N.H.C.) which is the only government backed and recognised regulatory body for complementary therapies in the UK.
Course
Fees
The cost of the Massage training course, including handouts and exam
fee is £995.00 (Deposit £200). For your convenience
this can be paid for by instalments. For information on financial assistance to support your learning, please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact 0800 100 900.
SEPTEMBER 2011
Day One: Thursday 15th September 2011
Day Two: Thursday 20th October 2011
Day Three: Thursday 24th November 2011
Day Four: Thursday 8th December 2011
Day Five: Thursday 12th January 2012 Day Six: Thursday 16th February 2012
Day Seven: Thursday 15th March 2012
Day Eight: Thursday 19th April 2012
Day Nine: Thursday 17th May 2012
Day Ten: Thursday 14th June 2012
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