PROFESSIONAL
HOLISTIC MASSAGE TRAINING
Why
Holistic Massage?
Holistic means “to see as a whole” - the mind, physical body,
emotional self, as well as the more subtle energies. Holistic massage
is not just a routine or technique - it is a way of feeling and of being.
It gives us an opportunity to acknowledge someone’s difference
and uniqueness - and also their essential beauty - it teaches us about
trust and openness - working from the heart; it can be soothing and calming
or it can energise. Physically, it can release tight, tense muscles.
On a deeper level it can help us to find release from the past and present.
It can encourage us to rest and de-stress. It is often joyous, and above
all it helps us simply to ‘just be’. This is the art, science
and love of massage.
The Meridian Professional Training in Massage
At Meridian there is a positive attitude to learning combined with a
personal touch. Teaching is supportive; recognising students as individuals
as well as being members of the learning team to share and learn from
each other. The Diploma Course aims to create a balance between development
of our intuitive massage - with the structure of acquiring knowledge
about the physical body. It offers a unique path for your individual
creativity, personal development and growth - mentally, physically and
sp ritually. It is fun - and passionate about massage!
The short course programme is also growing, including post-grad courses
for the continuing professional development of qualified therapists -
for more details go to CPD/Hands Free or contact 0121 444 8130. Other
workshops include: Introduction to Massage and Reiki I, II and III attunements
- for more details contact 0121 444 8130.
The Qualification
The Practitioner Diploma in Holistic
Massage - is awarded by the MTI (Massage Training
Institute). The MTI is a national examining body and
professional association specialising in holistic massage.
It is a member of the General Council for Massage Therapy
and the British Complementary Medicine Association.
It is through these organisations that MTI is actively
involved in the process of setting accreditation standards
in this country and ensuring that the qualification
is in line with European developments. MTI, and therefore
the Merdian Professional Training in Massage, courses are recognised by the
Government Department of Education and Employment.
Course Structure
The course is part-time comprising 26 days over 12 months consisting
of regular weekend and 3 day workshops. The course is held in Birmingham
with a maximum group size of 12. There is a variety of teaching methods,
largely experiential and participative. During the course students
will practice massage and bodywork on each other, and there will
be at least two supervised clinic practice sessions.
The time between workshops
allows you to practice and complete theory / written
assignments, a personal development journal, a project,
plus a minimum of 50 hours massage practice of which
at least 40 hours are massages given and at least 10
hours of massages received. Students will be required
to write a comprehensive diary of this experience and
practice.
Course Content:
The course aims to equip you in theory, practice, and confidence to begin
your journey as massage therapists to a high professional standard,
with close supervision and support throughout. It provides a foundation
for you to explore this fascinating area of self, life and work.
It will include:
Theory of Massage,
Body use and Self-awareness:
• benefits of massage and a historical context
• appropriate conditions and environment for massage work
• application of theory and practice from research
• meditation, breathing and relaxation exercises for grounding and self-awareness
• intention and intuition in massage
• self-massage skills and the use of movement and rhythm to look after
the therapist’s body whilst massaging
• body posture in anatomical terms
• acknowledging our own reactions and awareness when giving massage; our
own personal development and growth.
Massage Technique:
• wide rariety of massage strokes, stretches, passive movements and stillness;
how to vary their use and combine them to meet different needs
• use of oil and massage equipment
• physiological basis of contraindications to massage
• introduction to the human energy field, the aura and chakras
• developing sensitivity to client’s responses to massage
• taking part in supervised clinical practice
• completing a minimum of 50 hours practice outside the course
Professional Issues
and Practice Management:
• assessment of individual client needs and wants; developing, evaluating
and changing treatment plans; body reading
• other complementary therapies; appropriate referrals
• ethical and legal issues involved in massage work
• setting up, managing, marketing and promoting massage therapy
• business planning, accounting and pricing.
Relationship with
Client:
• equality of opportunity issues and access to massage for all
• rapport with clients - effective listening and communication skills
• nature of practitioner/client relationship
• techniques to aid stress management, and its physiology
• after care
First Aid:
This will be a day’s course run by external tutors following which
the student will be assessed for an Emergency First Aid certificate.
Anatomy, Physiology
and Pathology:
Taught in a practical and experiential way and related to your massage
practice. It will include:
- Underpinning
knowledge:
- anatomical
terms and language
- terms
of position and movement
- concept
of balanced health
- main causes of disease
- physiological
benefits/effects of massage
- Basic
chemistry and physics
- Cells,
tissues and all systems of the body, i.e. Skeletal,
Muscular, Skin, Nervous, Endocrine, Circulatory,
Immune, Respiratory, Digestive, Urinary and
Reproductive.
Examination and
Completion Requirements
Internal assessment requirements:
fully body massage; diary of 50 hours practice outside
the course (see course structure); personal development
journal; at least one presentation;
successful completion of all assignments. External examination
requirements: individual practical with an unknown client and an external
examiner who will also scrutinise the diary and work folder; 3 hour written
anatomy, physiology and pathology paper.
Course Assignments
Students will be set homework from each workshop. As well as the formal
examination and completion requirements listed above, to support
student learning there will be informal assessments and feedback
throughout by the tutors, peers and by student self-evaluation. Within
this there will be at least one individual tutorial, though students
will have plenty of opportunity to access the tutor on a one-to-one
basis due to the small group size.
Suggested Book
List
The set Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology text book can be purchased
from Meridian. A comprehensive book list, with recommended texts, will
be provided prior to the start of the course. The course workbook is
included in the fee.
Start Dates and Venue:
29/30 September. Not far from the City centre on the A38
or from the South Birmingham motorways. There is on-site parking and
wheelchair
access.
Course Fee:
£1525 (£58 per day) - inclusive of all tuition and exam fees, First
Aid course and handbook, full course workbook, on-going student support and supervision
throughout the course. The fee can be paid monthly or quarterly if preferred.
The non-returnable deposit is £425. Exam fees are £120 payable in
April 09. Students will need to register with
MTI - £30, and it is advisable that students obtain insurance - full details
will be available prior to commencement of the course. Course Development Loans
are also available.
Entry Requirements:
There are few pre-requisites, however students must be 18 or over and
must be able to perform the massage techniques listed in the syllabus.
The course will be taught in English with considerable technical
detail.The course is offered
to men and women. Students are considered on their commitment, interest
and enthusiasm. Previous massage experience is not essential -sensitivity
and respect for others is - as they are central to massage.
How to apply:
Simply contact us for
an application form or Print
an Application Form HERE to
send in.
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