Massage and Complementary Therapies

Cymhwyster

iTEC Level 3

Hyd

One to three years

Gofynion mynediad 

There are no formal entry requirements, however an interest in people, your own health and personal growth are essential along with self-motivation, good communication skills, a caring nature and good fitness levels. Good basic computer skills are needed for this course. There will also be an internal assessment to ensure that you are working at the appropriate level for this course and your individual circumstances can be discussed at your Pre-Entry Assessment.

Beth mae'r cwrs yn ei gynnwys?

Mandatory units include:

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Holistic Massage
• Busnes

There are also optional disciplines which you can choose to study depending on your abilities and interests:

• Aromatherapy
• Sports Massage
• Reflexology
• Indian Head Massage
• On-site Chair Massage

Sut y byddwch chi'n dysgu

Therapies are taught in small groups which promote independent working. Internal and external clinics are all supervised. There is a mixture of theory and practical work which will include early interaction with a range of different clients. Students will be expected to work with a certain number of clients per module and write up detailed notes as case studies.

Dysgu yn y gwaith

You will have weekly practical experience, providing massages to members of the public during open clinics and sessions by appointment. You will also have the opportunity to attend events to gain experience of massaging a range of people. These may include running and cycling races, pamper days for the community and corporate clinics. Working with various charities, notably those for people with different conditions, provides you with a range of learning experiences to develop transferable skills.

Sut y cewch eich asesu

Students will have formal combined exams, for which you will gain practice from a series of mock exams. Students take part in several supervised clinics which require written case studies, collated in a portfolio of evidence.

I ble fydd yn fy arwain?

Many of our students go into employment, working in health spas and fitness centres. Self-employment as a massage therapist is a popular career path, which includes building a client base, utilising business skills for self promotion and gaining membership of a professional body.