Diploma in Holistic Massage Level 3 Central Area, Central

Course details

The foundation course for complementary therapy. The course provides students with a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology of the body so that they have a complete knowledge of the structure and functions of each area on which they are working. The course includes holistic massage incorporating the classical movements treating the whole body.

The main aim of the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage is to enable candidates to provide treatments for the purposes of relaxation and stress release and to provide skills at Level 3 in the National Qualification Framework for those interested in the Complementary Therapy/Care industry

Course Objectives

The ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage comprises of ITEC units:

• Unit 30-40 Anatomy and Physiology
• Unit 2 Holistic Massage
• Unit 22 Professional Conduct and Business Awareness

Course Outline

Unit 30-40 Anatomy and Physiology

These units are aimed at providing students in understanding the functions of the skeletal system, the structure of bone tissues, position of the bones, possible causes of postural deformities, diseases and disorders of the skeletal system. The units also looks at the structure and function of muscular system, various attachments of muscles and understand the terms in relation to the muscular contraction and lactic acid, the functions of the skin and the types of the skin disorders and diseases.

Unit 2 Holistic Massage

This unit aims at providing students the knowledge of consultation, the importance of massage, common ailments and contraindications to massage and understand the correct hygiene procedures. This unit also enables students to understand the methodologies on dealing with First Aid emergencies, the possible reactions to treatment, selection of the appropriate medium for the treatment and demonstrate the classical massage movements and their physiological and psychological effects.

Unit 22 Professional Conduct and Business Awareness

This unit aims to provide understanding on maintaining a professional working relationship with other students/therapists, understanding on the impact of advertising, the necessity of having professional indemnity insurance, ensuring strict client confidentiality of clients and understanding the need for client’s consent. The unit is also aimed at demonstrating how to put client into the recovery position, supervise an evacuation in case of a fire alarm, carry out basic safety checks for electrical equipment and to promote the appropriate body language at all times.

Certificate Conferring Body

Upon completion of the course, students will be awarded the Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage by International Therapy Examination Council (ITEC).

Opportunities for Further Education/Career Pathway

Students can look forward to servicing in these industries:

• Hotels/Resorts
• Service Industry
• Cruise Liners
• Spas

Entry Requirements

It is recommended that Candidates hold at least 5 GCSEs at grades A* to C or equivalent are recommended, but this is not essential. This is at the discretion of MDI and adult returners’ experience will be considered.

Other than the mentioned pre-requisites, the students should also have the following:

• Students must be able to read and write in English or Chinese. Other cases will be considered on a case-to-case basis.
• Students should be of a minimum of 16 years of age to be eligible for the courses.
• For foreign students, relevant passes are required.

Students who do not meet the minimum entry requirement will be required to undergo an entrance test at MDI.

Graduation Requirement

Students are required to meet the following criteria in order to graduate and obtain their relevant certificates:

• Candidates must complete all modules with at least 75% (90% for International students) in attendance for each module to qualify for a full diploma.
• Evidence of treatments is graded as either a Pass or Fail.
• If a candidate is unsuccessful in any area, they will be expected to re-sit only the unit where they have not achieved a pass grade, to which they will be referred. Referrals should be completed within one year of the original examination provided that re-sits are attempted at least once every three months.

Examination

At the end of the course, you can register to sit for ITEC Examination. Upon passing both the practical and theory examinations, you will receive the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage by ITEC.

Manner of Assessment

Awards will be awarded by ITEC based on the student results.