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Accredited Diploma
Seated Acupressure Massage
Our 1.5 day professional course in Seated Acupressure Massage, also known as 'On Site Chair Massage' and 'Seated Massage' is specifically designed to work the back, neck, shoulders, the arms, hands and scalp. As clothing does not need to be removed, it makes this an extremely popular therapy. It can be carried out in almost any environment from offices to the gym or even outdoors, at all types of events. Many people use this therapy in offices as a perk for their employees, it is very effective for people with back and shoulder issues. No creams or oils are used.
What’s included in the course fee
Course manual
A guide to health and safety manual
A guide to anatomy and physiology manual
Foundations for a successful business manual
An accredited certificate on successful completion of the course
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What this course covers
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The History of Seated Massage Therapy
Scope of Practice
Types of massage therapy
Complementary therapies
Therapies outside the massage therapy scope of practice
Communicate scope to clients
Benefits of Seated Acupressure Massage
Massage in the Workplace
Contra-Indications
Contra-actions
Pregnancy and Massage
Consultations
Record keeping
Anatomy for Seated Acupressure Massage
Common Ailments and Acupressure Points
Madeiran Points & Symptoms
Health & Safety Practice
Client Care & Communication
Business Practices
The Routine
Client Aftercare Advice​
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Additional costs
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You will need to purchase your own equipment in order to carry out your case studies and practice your skills.​​
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Course format
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Online course work
1 day practical training
10 treatments as case studies
Half day practical assessment session
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Fee
£195
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A £58 (non-refundable) deposit is payable immediately upon booking and the balance is due 14 days prior to your practical training date. Payment plans are available for this course.
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Pre-requisites
A good standard of written and verbal English.
An Anatomy & Physiology qualification is preferred but not essential.
Minimum age 16.
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Model required
Group training - no, students will work on each other.
One-to-one training - yes, you will be required to bring a model along to the practical training to practice your routine on.
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Venues
Falmouth
Poole​
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For dates please see our Online Booking page. If you do not see a suitable date, please contact us as we may be able to provide a mutually convenient date.
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CPD
17 points awarded by IGCT​
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Recognised and accredited for insurance by
Associated Beauty Therapists
Professional Beauty Direct
International Guild of Complementary Therapists
International Institute for Complementary Therapists (pre-requisite massage therapy qualification)
Towergate Insurance
Westminster Insurance
InSync Insurance
WellBeing Insurance
BGI.uk Insurance
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Please check your insurance companies’ requirements before enrolling on this course. Under 18's may not get insurance unless in full time employment in the industry. It is the student’s responsibility to check coverage with their insurers before enrolling on this course.
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We recommend taking out student insurance while attending this course if not already insured.
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Get a student perspective on this course by reading their testimonials.​​
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How to book
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Have questions? Need assistance before booking? Please give us a call. Courses can be booked online 24/7, using our secure website.
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1. Simply choose your course(s) (including venue & date for classroom courses).
2. Complete the enrolment form with your details.
3. When ready, checkout securely selecting your preferred payment method.
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Alternatively download our enrolment form here and email it back to us.
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Call 01202 923202 | 07872 633903 to find out more