Level 3 Massage Diploma P/T

Massage diploma This one year course involving the study of anatomy and physiology and full Swedish body massage, related massage theory equivalent to Level 3 practitioner standard. - Intensive home study programme - 6-8 hours a week - Practical body massage and background theory - Business practice * - Health and safety legislation* - Anatomy and physiology relating to body massage - Work packs and handouts are provided as part of the course - Qualification is based on continual assessments and this will be awarded after practical assessments, written papers and assignments are complete - There are a written, oral and practical assessments. - Mandatory quality sampling by awarding body on a set date maximum of twice per year * This will be covered in an assignment and written exam set by the awarding body by independent assessment

Kits: Shoes; Uniform; Books Upon completion of the course, successful students will be able to become a member of a professional awarding body to obtain professional and public liability insurance. All applicants must be prepared to receive treatment by peers for practicing during practical sessions whilst learning procedures and health & safety. Students are required to practice movements on class peers to learn the full procedure before they progress to treating fee-paying clients. This qualification is recognised to meet occupational standards for employment in beauty salons, health and leisure centres, cruise-liners and working as a mobile therapist as a self-employed practitioner. This qualification forms the basis for progression to all massage therapies An intensive home study programme. Attendance is two evenings per week for one academic year. 90% minimum attendance required. INDUSTRY INFORMATION Income Many massage therapists are self-employed and charge a sessional or hourly rate, which can be between £20 and £60 an hour. With experience and skills in a range of therapies, earnings can rise to around £40,000 a year. You may also receive tips from clients and commission for the sale of beauty products. Figures are intended as a guideline only. Key facts: •There are 51,500 people working in the health and fitness industry. •There are over 3,100 private fitness facilities within the UK with 4,397,200 members. •There are just under 2,600 public health and fitness facilities, which have over 2,758,400 members. •38% of the workforce is employed full-time, 42% part-time and 20% self-employed. •Around 29% of the health and fitness workforce is aged 16-24 years (compared with 14% across all industries in the UK) South West – There are 53,700 people employed in the active leisure, learning and well-being sector, of which 4,100 are employed in the health and fitness industry. The region offers a range of opportunities for surfing, sailing, surf lifesaving, Tarka Trail, Camel Trail and coastal paths. Industry skills gaps in the region include: sport specific technical skills; communication; management; team-working; planning and preparing work; initiative; project management; and problem solving.

Upon suitability throughout the interview. Must have caring nature, mature attitude, committed, self-motivated, impeccable appearance and sound educational background with an interest in human biology. GCSE Grade C in English or relevant experience in other fields e.g. nursing, sports An excellent college/work record.

Good grammar is essential and basic knowledge in anatomy beneficial - Holistic Therapies (Reflexology and Aromatherapy) - Indian Head Massage - Beauty Therapy - Crystal therapy - Reiki practitioner - Thermal auricular therapy - Sports massage - Aromatherapy

STAFF INDUSTRY EXPERT Emma Long Level 3 Curriculum Leader Beauty and Holistic Therapies Emma has taught at Gloucestershire College for eight years. She teaches on Holistic therapies , Spa therapies and Level 2 beauty therapy. Emma has over 20 year’s industry experience and has worked for some well known beauty companies both in retail and in salon environments Emma says: “The career opportunities are limitless, the qualifications are recognised world wide and there is always something new to learn. It’s an industry that you can come into for life and you’ll never get bored.

Please contact the College on 0845 155 2020 for further details