INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE

This therapy is extremely popular with increasing public demand. It is an excellent addition to a therapist’s skill base offering many more treatment options as it can be incorporated into services already provided, or as a stand alone treatment.

Treatments can be adopted for many conditions and can range from 10 to 30 minutes relative to the clients needs. It can be used to relax, stimulate, invigorate and increase concentration levels.

Please note the Indian Head Massage Diploma is aimed at persons with the I.T.E.C. Diploma in Body Massage / Holistic Massage.

On completion of the course participants will be able to carry out a 30 minute Indian Head Massage treatment which will incorporate the upper back, arms neck, scalp and face.

Participants will also be introduced to additional strokes, techniques and mobility exercises enabling them to devise and carry out a range of treatments for a variety of conditions.

What should you bring on your first day ?

A copy of your I.T.E.C. Massage Diploma.

Your I.T.E.C. student number (if you have one)

The text book for reference during classes Indian Head Massage by Helen McGuinness - ISBN 0 340 782 188 (it is compulsory to have this book for the first day of the course).

A towel which can be rolled up and used as a support at the back of the client’s neck.

Tissue wipes.

Something to tie your hair up (if needed)

Pen and note paper.

Any course fees which are due (unless otherwise agreed)

The main content of the programme will be

Overview of course content, syllabus and exams.

• Contraindications.
• Overview, demonstrations and practice of sequence.
• Overview of case studies (you will need to complete five treatments for your case studies).
• Guidelines for practical exams.
• Home study.
• After care advice for clients.
• Overview of sequence and strokes.
• Adaptation of sequence for a variety of treatments.
• Introduction of additional strokes, manipulations, mobilising and stretching techniques.
• Adapting additional techniques for treatment programmes.
• Overview of exam sequence.
• Preparation for exams, theory and practical.

Entry Requirements

Qualified beauticians / Massage therapists.

Applicants would need very good literacy skills and a good command of the English language applicants must also be 16 years of age or over by course start date.

If you need any more clarification on entry requirements please phone us on 01-4089769.

Fees

Course fee €950 - Current discount €300.

You Pay €650  (Course fee includes DVD and Exam Fees)

Please note: Academy Past Student Discount of €400, You Pay €550

€300 booking deposit with application form to secure your place.

Balance payable in installments for more information contact the office on 01 4089769.

Venues & Start Dates

Start date: Tuesday 12th October 2010

Course: This course runs every 2nd Tuesday Evening and runs until February 2011. 

Time: 7pm to 10pm.

Venue: Waverley Business Park, Old Naas Road, Dublin 12.

How To Enrol

(A) Please contact us at 01-4089769 for an application form or download application form from the link below. Return application form to our office with required deposit.

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All payments should be made payable to The Irish Academy of Massage and Beauty Training and posted to Irish Academy, Waverley Business Park, Old Naas Road, Dublin 12.

(B) Pay by credit or laser card by phoning 01-4089769.

(C) Call to our offices (please phone or email to arrange an appointment).

All payment made to Irish Academy of Massage & Beauty Training Ltd and posted to:
Irish Academy of Training
Waverley Business Park
Old Naas Road
Dublin 12.