Indian Head Level 2

Indian head massage is one of the easiest massage techniques to learn therefore this course would be ideal for any student looking to enter the world of holistic therapy.

Indian head massage has an undeniable therapuetic value in todays busy and hectic world. This form of massage has grown tremendously in both appreciation and popularity in recent years and there is now a buoyant market for any student possessing masasage skills.

This home learning course in massage would also be a fantastic additional service for any qualified hairdresser or beauty therapist to offer. One of the oldest treatments for generations in India is now here and interest is growing by the day.

Entry requirements:

There are no previous skills or qualifications required to register for this study programme.

Support:

All students will be assigned a personal tutor with whom they may correspond with via email. Tutors are assigned upon receipt of your first assignment

Duration:

All students have one year to complete this course from date of enrolment. Average study of 80 hours.

Provided materials:

Course Manual
A4 Folder
Pen, Pencil and Ruler
Paper
Freepost Envelopes
Unlimited email support Monday to Friday
College Certification
Practical Demonstration DVD

This course comes complete in a college bag for real flexibility

Course syllabus:

Module One:

A brief history

• The historical record

Module Two:

Anatomy and Physiology

• The Skin
• Connective Tissue
• The growth cycle of hair
• Bones
• The blood system
• The lymphatic system
• The nervous system
• Muscles
• The respiratory system

Module Three:

Health and safety

• Working relationships
• Code of ethics
• Health and safety
• Hazards
• Accidents
• First aid
• Equipment and materials
• Premises
• Insurance
• Other legislation
• Byelaws

Module Four:

Stress

• Definition of stress
• Understanding stress and the nervous system
• Positive versus negative stress
• Observing stress in your clients
• Recognising stress in your colleagues

Module Five:

Preparation

• Personal hygiene and appearance
• Hand exercises
• Breathing
• Preparing to treat a client
• Hygiene
• Contra-indications to treatment
• Skin disease and disorders

Module Six:

Oils

• Using oils
• Choosing the oils

Module Seven:

Massaging benefits and manipulations

• The experience and effects of massage
• Massage movements

Module Eight:

Ayurveda and ayurvedic principles

• Kapha
• Pitta
• Vata

Module Nine:

Marma therapy

• Massage applicationConclusion

Module Ten:

Chakras and Indian Head Massage

• Chakras
• Relating chakras to massage

Module Eleven:

Massage techniques

• Consultation
• Massage procedures
• Adapting the massage
• Aftercare
• Contra-

Examination:

No examination is necessary

Assessment method:

This course is completed using continual assessment, allowing your tutor to closely monitor your progress every step of the way. Therefore no examination is required.

Qualification:

Certificate in Indian Head Massage 

Once completed successfully each student will receive their certificate from the college proving their skills and knowledge in this rewarding field. Add this to your completed folder of courswork and impress any potential employer. Your certificate will give you the self belief and confidence to progress further with your studies or help make inroads to getting that job you have always wanted.