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Indian Head Massage Course

Indian Head Massage

Practitioner level 3

By successfully completing this course, you could:

Gain skills and knowledge to practice Indian Head Massage
Be awarded the BSY Diploma
Be entitled to use the letters BSYA (IHM) after your name
Receive the Level 3 NCFE externally validated National Award*

You can study this course from the comfort of your own home; in your own time and at your own pace; with helpful support and encouragement from our friendly tutors. There is also an essential 1 day of practical training for this course.

Indian Head Massage is based on the ancient traditions of massage and the ayurvedic system of healing that has been practised in India for thousands of years. Western interpretations incorporate the upper back, shoulders, upper arms, neck and face as well as the head. Indian Head Massage has a powerful energy that is both subtle and deep and can be both invigorating and relaxing, depending on the body’s needs at the time.

Syllabus

Lesson One
- Introduction
  - History and Development of Indian Head Massage
  - Stress and Modern Lifestyles
  - Benefits of Head Massage
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
  - The Skeletal System
  - Joints
  - Bone Anatomical Terms
Lesson Two
- The Power of Touch
  - Massage Techniques
  - General Principles of Massage Treatments
  - Looking After Yourself
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
  - The Muscular System
  - Muscle Movement Terminology
Lesson Three
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
  - The Brain, Spinal Cord and Central Nervous System
  - The Endocrine System
  - The Circulatory and Lymphatic Systems
- The Treatment
  - Precautions and Contra-indications
  - An Overview
  - Setting the Scene
  - First Contact
Lesson Four
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
  - Muscles of the Neck, Chest, Shoulders and Upper Arms
- The Treatment
  - Massage of the Upper Back and Shoulders
  - Massage of the Upper Arms
  - Massage of the Neck
Lesson Five
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
  - The Head
  - Bones of the Skull
  - Muscles of the Scalp
  - Cranial Nerves
  - Headaches and Migraine
  - The Hair
  - Hair and Scalp Problems
- The Treatment
  - Massage of the Head
Lesson Six
- The Marma (Pressure) Points
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
  - The Sinuses
- The Treatment
  - Massage of the Face
  - Finishing Procedure
  - Massage with Oil to Follow the Indian Head Massage Treatment
  - Oils to Use
- A Professional Approach

1 day of Practical Training is essential for this course. Practical workshops can be held in various locations around theUK and are available for an additional fee of £75 per day. Your practical training is a valuable opportunity to learn directly from an experienced practical training tutor with specialist skills.

Enrol on this course from £70 £50

There are two ways you can enrol on this course. You can:

Pay with a deposit of £70 £50, followed by 8 monthly instalments of £25
OR
Pay the total course fee in one sum of £270 £250 and also receive a special complimentary gift

To enrol by phone, please call our friendly course advisors on Freephone 0800 731 9271.

* Registering for an NCFE Award is optional for an additional fee. Details on request.