Indian Head Massage Training Course
Fully Accredited for Professional Practice

The Indian Head Massage practitioner training course covers everything you need to know to safely and professionally conduct a therapy in Indian Head Massage.

This is a one day diploma course starting at 10am and finishing at 5pm. It combines related history, theory, anatomy and physiology and all of the practical skills you will need in order to deliver this stress busting therapy.

Once you have completed your course you have access to FREE online video clips of all the techniques you have learned.

You will receive your training manual in advance allowing you to study the course contents before the day of training.

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What do you get with this course?

Detailed and fully illustrated training manual
Photographs of the therapy and techniques
A Diploma in Indian Head Massage Therapy
Unlimited FREE access to online video clips
FREE entry in our therapist directory
FREE access to 3D anatomy & physiology resource
FREE support and advice after training
Discount on therapy practice insurance
Discount on joining fee from Guild of Holistic Therapists
10 CPD points awarded to this course

Once you have your Diploma and have obtained professional insurance you can begin offering this therapy to the public.

How it all works

Step 1: Download your training manual
Once you have made payment for your training course you can download your training manual as a PDF document. This allows you to study the course manual before the training day. Alternatively you can order a printed version.

Step 2: Print your training manual
Print your training manual and bring it with you on the day of the course. We do not provide copies of the manual on the day of training.

Step 3: Completing the test paper (the theory part of the course)
Read your manual thoroughly and then complete the test paper (found at the back of your training manual) before the training day so that you can be awarded your Diploma on the day of training. Remember to bring your completed test paper on the day.

Step 4: The training day
All practical skills are demonstrated and practiced on the day. If you pass your practical assessment and have successfully completed your test paper you will then be awarded your Diploma at the end of the training day.

Questions and answers about this course

How can all that I need to know be fitted into a one day course?
Class numbers are small and our courses are focused upon the pratical skills that you will need to use when delivering a therapy. We cover only the essential aspects of anatomy and physiology rather than spending lots of time on superfluous information that does not relate directly to the therapy.

Can I practice professionally with this Diploma Course?
Yes. Once you have been awarded your Diploma as proof of training and qualification you should then obtain professional insurance if you wish to practice as a therapist.

Is this course accredited?
Yes. Courses are accredited by The Guild of Holistic Therapists & Beauty Therapists as well as The International Natural Healers Association. Accreditation means that our course content has been appraised by external professional therapy associations and has been approved for professional therapy training purposes.

Can I get insurance to practice professionally after doing a course?
Yes. Read further information >

Do I need an Anatomy & Physiology Qualification to do this course?
No you don't. We cover all aspects of anatomy and physiology which are specific to each training course.

What are CPD points?
CPD is an abbreviation for Continuous Professional Development. Sometimes if you are a member of a professional therapy organisation you need to undertake regular training to upkeep your membership. This most often works on a points system with different numbers of points awarded for different courses.

Have more questions? Read more at our FAQ section here >

Course content

Module 1
How Indian Head Massage was originally practiced in India
How it is now practiced in the West
How Indian Head Massage is commonly taught
Indian Head Massage as taught by Therapy Training School

Module 2
Effects and benefits overview
Effects and benefits in detail

Module 3
The skeletal system
The muscular system
Blood flow in the head and neck
The trigeminal nerve
The lymphatic system

Module 4
Client consultation skills
Consultation environment
Client education
Client confidentiality
Consultation form
Notes on consultation form
Contraindications

Module 5
Body mechanics
Correct body mechanics
Guidelines

Module 6
Preparing for therapy
Client preparation
Therapist preparation
Basic hygiene
Adaptations

Module 7
Massage Movements
Massage overview
Massage techniques explained

Module 8
After therapy recommendations
Information and aftercare advice
The benefits of drinking water

Module 9
Before beginning therapy
Oils that may be used
Weight and pressure of massage techniques
Part one (seated): Upper back, shoulders, neck and head massage
Part two (lying down): The neck, head and face massage

Module 10
Case Study Guidelines
Case study examples

Additional information
FAQs
Hints and tips
Your notes and questions

Additional documents
Test paper
Client form
Case study form

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