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PRACTITIONER'S DIPLOMA IN MASSAGE
ACCREDITED WITH THE AROMATHERAPY
AND ALLIED PRACTITIONERS' ASSOCIATION [AAPA])
How
Long is the Course?
This
programme 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 IEB Anatomy & Physiology Certificate 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
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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 International Examination Board (IEB) Practitioner's
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
and have the letters M.A.A.P.A. Members of this organisation
may then use these designations after their name. Successful candidates may also join the General Regulatory Council for Complemtary Therapies (GRCCT) and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) which are the regulatory bodies for complementary therapies in the UK.
Course
Fees
The
cost of the 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 2010
Day One: Thursday 16th September 2010 Day Two: Thursday 21st October 2010
Day Three: Thursday 18th November 2010
Day Four: Thursday 9th December 2010
Day Five: Thursday 13th January 2011 Day Six: Thursday 17th February 2011
Day Seven: Thursday 17th March 2011
Day Eight: Thursday 14th April 2011
Day Nine: Thursday 12th May 2011
Day Ten: Thursday 9th June 2011
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