About Course
Build professional massage therapy skills through a structured blended-learning programme combining theory, practical demonstrations, supervised practice, case studies, POE, work experience and assessment.
Students will learn professionalism, hygiene and safety, client consultation and consent, anatomy and the integumentary system, treatment-room preparation, massage movements, professional full-body massage, aftercare, record keeping, business principles and salon business planning.
The programme includes a 5-day intensive training component followed by a 4-week POE completion period, 10 required case studies, practical development and final assessments. Course completion is subject to meeting all applicable theory, practical, POE and assessment requirements.
Course Content
Module 1 – Professional Massage Therapy, Professionalism & Business Principles
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Introduction to Professional Massage Therapy
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The Professional Massage Therapist: Role, Conduct & Client Care
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Communication, Confidentiality & Professional Boundaries
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Client Service & the Professional Client Journey
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Introduction to Business Principles for Beauty & Wellness Professionals
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Marketing, Target Market & Client Retention
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Salon Operations, Costs, Pricing & Financial Controls
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Salon Premises, Health & Safety and Business Responsibilities
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Introduction to the Salon Business Plan
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Knowledge Assessment – Professionalism & Business Principles