ITEC DIPLOMA HOLISTIC MASSAGE
with anatomy, physiology & dermatology
This qualification is for learners who want to work within the massage industry.
The qualification consists of 4 mandatory units to achieve the full qualification.
The main skills the learner will perform are:
Consultation techniques – to include understanding the needs of clients and when and when not to treat them, contra-indications, referral procedures explaining possible contra-actions and providing aftercare and home care advice​.
Health, safety and hygiene – contextualised to the environment in which the learner is working Holistic massage techniques – to include selecting a suitable massage medium for the client’s skin type, classical massage movements and adapting the treatment to the client’s specific needs.
Knowledge and understanding anatomy of the body and diseases and disorders
The learner will also develop knowledge about current legislation and working practice requirements and client care and communication which is essential to work and
be successful in the industry.
Delivery
KNOWLEDGE
ONLINE THEORY
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1:
Modules are divided into sections, with a quiz at the end of each section.
Understand and explain, identify, analyse, evaluate and judge the theoretical learning area concepts underlying holistic massage, anatomy and diseases and disorders.
To include understanding the needs of clients and when and when not to treat them, contra-indications, referral procedures explaining possible contra-actions and providing aftercare and home care advice. ​Health, safety and hygiene – contextualised to the
environment in which the learner is working in.
Upon successful completion of the online theory section, you will be required to attend 5 -days practical training session.
Practical Onsite - 5 days
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2:
Analyze, identify, illustrate and show the techniques for carrying out a holistic massage treatment techniques – to include selecting a suitable massage medium for the client’s skin type, classical massage movements and adapting the treatment to the client’s specific needs.
CASE BASED
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3
Undertake, evaluate and record (in a portfolio or research report) the findings of, complete holistic massage treatment case studies, in which the required implements, equipment and materials are used.
Entry requirement
Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence in:
Communication skills at NQF Level 3.
Mathematical literacy skills at NQF Level 3.
Exit
The learner must meet the exit criteria for the knowledge based component, the practical based component and the case based component.
Beautiko Certificate of Completion.
On successful completion the the student has the option to enrol for the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage at an additional cost .
AWARD IN BODY MASSAGE
with related anatomy, physiology & figure diagnosis
This qualification is for learners who want to work within the massage industry.
The qualification consists of 4 mandatory units to achieve the full qualification.
The main skills the learner will perform are:
Consultation techniques – to include understanding the needs of clients and when and when not to treat them, contra-indications, referral procedures explaining possible contra-actions and providing aftercare and home care advice ​Health, safety and hygiene – contextualised to the environment in which the learner is working Massage techniques – to include selecting a suitable massage medium for the client’s skin type, classical massage movements and adapting the treatment to the client’s specific needs and knowledge about current legislation and working practice requirements and client care and communication which is essential to work and be successful in the industry.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related & Figure Diagnosis.
Delivery
KNOWLEDGE
ONLINE THEORY
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1:
Modules are divided into sections, with a quiz at the end of each section.
Understand and explain, identify, analyse, compare, apply and evaluate the theoretical learning area concepts underlying the complete massage principles and the accompanying use of massage mediums.
Upon successful completion of the online theory section, you will be required to
attend 5-days practical training session.
Practical Onsite - 5 days
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2:
Consult, illustrate and indicate how to perform various massage manipulations through application.
CASE BASED
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3
Undertake, evaluate and record (in a portfolio or research report) the findings of, complete body massage treatment case studies, in which the required implements, equipment and materials are used.
Entry requirement
Learners accessing this qualification will have to demonstratecompetence in:
Communication skills at NQF Level 3.
Mathematical literacy skills at NQF Level 3.
Exit
The learner must meet the exit criteria for the knowledge based component, the practical based component and the case based component.
Beautiko Certificate of Completion.
On successful completion the the student has the option to enrol for the
VTCT (ITEC) Award in Body Massage level 3.
Perform a relaxing back and neck massage NQF Level 4
The person credited with this unit standard is able to prepare their workstation and client for a back and neck massage.
They are able to record required information and assess the skin and underlying structures in order to perform the massage.
Learners will be able to perform and manage the massage on the back and neck according set standards.
Delivery
KNOWLEDGE
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1:
Modules are divided into sections, with a quiz at the end of each section.Understand and explain, identify, analyse, compare, apply and evaluate the theoretical learning area concepts underlying a neck, shoulder and back massage principles and the accompanying use of massage mediums.
Upon successful completion of the online theory section, you will be required to attend 3-days practical training session.Practical Onsite - 3 days.
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2:
Consult, illustrate and indicate how to perform various massage manipulations through application.
CASE BASED
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3:
Undertake, evaluate and record (in a portfolio or research report) the findings of, complete back ,neck and shoulder massage treatment case studies, in which the required implements, equipment and materials are used.
Entry requirement
Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence in:
Communication skills at NQF Level 3.
Mathematical literacy skills at NQF Level 3.
Exit
The learner must meet the exit criteria for the knowledge based component, the practical based component and the case based component.
Beautiko Certificate of Competence.
377487 Perform a relaxing back and neck massage NQF Level 4.​
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