Indian Head Massage

A 6-module programme suitable for complete beginners and provides the knowledge needed to support the achievement of the City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Indian Head Massage.

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City & Guilds Curriculum

Indian head massage is an ancient art handed down through generations in India, as an integral part of family life. Its roots lie in the medical system of Ayurveda, which aims to promote health, beauty and long life. Depending on the techniques used, it can relax or invigorate. This course will teach you how to select the most suitable medium for your client to improve scalp or hair condition, and how to adapt your treatment according to your client. You will learn what is meant by the chakras, as well as how the body systems work.

Course curriculum

1. About the course
2. How to use this platform
3. What do I need to know?
4. What do I need to be able to do?
5. The range I need to cover
6. Resources
1. A brief history of Indian head massage
2. Benefits and Effects
3. Preparing yourself, client and work area for treatments
4. Adaptations
5. Contraindications and precautions
6. Professionalism
7. Massage mediums
8. INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE - ROUTINE - UPPER BACK AND SHOULDERS
9. COMPLETING THE TREATMENT AND AFTERCARE ADVICE
10. CHAKRAS
11. CORRECT POSTURE OF THERAPIST FOR LONGEVITY OF CAREER
12. SELECT POSTURE AND PRODUCTS TO SUIT CLIENTS NEEDS
13. CONTRA-ACTIONS
14. Massage Movements - Effleurage
15. Massage Movements - Pettrisage
16. Massage Movements - Frictions
17. Massage Movements - Percussion
18. Massage Movements - Vibrations
19. Massage Movements - Passive Movements
20. TREATMENT PLAN
21. EXAMPLE OF COMPLETED TREATMENT PLAN
1. Session 1
2. Session 2
3. Session 3
4. Session 4
5. IHM REFLECTION FORM - for use with your 2 case studies
6. Routine
7. Shoulder routine
8. Face routine
9. Head routine
10. Shoulder Massage- Ro
11. Arm Massage- Ro
12. Neck Massage- Ro
13. Head Massage- Ro
14. Face Massage- Ro
1. The consultation process
2. Client registration
3. Fresha online consultation
4. Pre treatment information
5. Indian head massage treatment plan
1. Describe the structure and functions of the skin
2. Describe skin types, conditions, diseases and disorders
3. Describe the structure and function of the hair
4. Describe the structure of the head, neck, upper back and arms
5. Outline the position and actions of the muscles in the head, neck, upper back and arms
6. Describe the structure, function and supply of the blood and lymph to the head
7. Optional Workbook
1. zoom from 22.10.20
1. Test your knowledge

About this course

£360.00
55 lessons
1.5 hours of video content

Instructor(s)

Complementary therapies specialist Michelle Andreou

I love to teach! To impart my skills and knowledge into creating well-rounded, professional therapists gives me a buzz. I believe that when we learn as adults we bring a wealth of life-skills to the learning journey and I use this experience and build on it. My style of teaching is to make students think…. And find their own answer. I facilitate - guiding students to come to their own conclusions to empower their learning. My lessons are fun and very interactive. Students are encouraged to contribute their own thoughts and ideas as, in that way, we can learn from each other. When learning a new skill, there are guidelines but I encourage and positively applaud students having a personal take on a skill, finding their own way of doing something that will make them stand out. I believe at the end of their journey with me students will be able to go out into the world as well-rounded, skilled, professional therapists and establish a well-being business.

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The next course starts Saturday 29th January 2022

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Simone Knight

I found learning through zoom lessons and working through the course on the TLR during the COVID 19 pandemic brilliant. I could learn in my own way and own t...

I found learning through zoom lessons and working through the course on the TLR during the COVID 19 pandemic brilliant. I could learn in my own way and own time. Michelle was always available to ask questions and give advice. I have thoroughly enjoyed this way of learning. Well Done Phoenix!

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Chris Swan

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Really pleased with the content in this unit, neatly laid out with instructions for requirements and for working before and after Zoom lessons. I used this platform on my laptop and desktop and it was easy to pick up where I'd left off as they synced with each other as it's all online. This resource was invaluable to my learning as it includes A&P, videos and narrative with good diagrams. You're able to revisit any sections to refresh your memory and retake any of the quizzes to assist learning. I have used this platform for a previous course and would do so again, I think that speaks for itself that I would highly recommend Therapy Learning Resources.

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