Hot Stone Massage Course

Description

Hot stone massage therapy promotes deeper muscle relaxation through the placement of smooth, water-heated stones at key points on the body.

Our advance online course for Hot Stone Massage is the perfect way to enter the beauty industry via a spa or salon offering a unique home learning approach from our online tutorials.

Our Hot Stone Massage course is perfect for beginners or for existing therapists wanting to extend their skills and techniques.

Hot stone massage is a very popular therapy and our course teaches students the massage techniques required to provide this specialist massage which uses smooth heated stones.

Each technique is clearly demonstrated in our online video tutorial with support from your tutor and online manuals. You will learn new theory and knowledge and monitor your progress with the completion of the online knowledge test.

The Hot Stone Massage Course Includes:
Client Preparation and Consultation – Massage and Relaxation Techniques – Stone Preparation – Aftercare

This is definitely not to be missed teaching you some of the most amazing techniques in the industry giving you the opportunity earn as a hot stone massage technician to new and existing clients!

Course Features
32 video tutorials guiding you through every aspect of every treatment.
4 easy to follow downloadable eBooks in 31 units, designed to enhance your progressive learning techniques
Easy online learning via your mobile, tablet and pc
Full support and guidence from working professionals

Module 1: Foundation
1 Module Units
In this module are the following Units, a description of each unit is below:

Personal Standards and Practice
In this unit you will learn the importance of personal standards and what is expected of you as a professional working within the industry.
Hygiene
In this unit you will learn the basic hygiene rules to be followed, how to prevent cross infection and contamination, what sanatisation and steriliation is and what methods to use as well as contagious skin condition.
Effective Communication with Clients
In this unit you will learn about customer and client care, how to build relationships with clients, how to effectively communicate with clients and deal with client dissatisfaction. We will also cover client consultation which is an important aspect for all professionals.
Business Promotion
In this unit you will be provided with business ideas, how to price treatments as well as how to work within a salon and as a self employed therapist.
Preparation of the Work Area
In this unit you will learn how to create a comfortable and professional work area covering the four basic principles.
Health & Safety Legislations
In this unit you will learn how to take care of all in the workplace as well as the latest health and safety legislations to ensure you are working in compliance and safely.
Insurance
In this unit you will learn the importance of insurance and how to gain it, disposal of waste and data protection act.
Being effective at Work
In this unit you will learn job roles, responsibilities and working relationships as well as communication, effective teamwork and development within job roles
Promoting Products & Services
In this unit you will learn the importance of retail sales, positive product promotion and sales techniques
Retail Specific Legislation
In this unit you will learn all the current legislations specific to retail, product promotion and gaining client feedback
Reception Duties
In this unit you will learn the importance of maintaining the reception area, the roles of a receptionist as well as patch testing
Taking Payments & Methods
In this unit you will learn how to deal with different payment methods and taking payments from clients
2 Detailed Foundation eBook
3 Module Videos
Module 2: Anatomy and Physiology
4 Module Units
In this module are the following Units, a description of each unit is below:

Hair Structure and Removal
In this unit you will learn the structure of the hair, the hair growth cycle, alternative methods of hair removal and specific health and safety points.
Cells and Tissues
In this unit you will learn about the cells and tissues found in the body.
The Skin
In this unit you will the learn the functions of the skin, the epidermis, dermis and mitosis
The Skeletal System
In this unit you will learn the different types of bones, posture, anatomical terms, as well as the names of the bones.
The Muscular System
In this unit you will learn about muscle tissue as well as the structure of the skeletal muscle
Blood & The Heart
In this unit you will learn the functions of the blood, how the heart works, systemic circulation, blood pressure, and the pulse
The Lymphatic System
In this unit you will learn what lymph is, how it is formed and the connection between the blood and lymth, lymph nodes, lymph vessels and lymph capillaries
The Systems
In this unit you will learn about the central nervous system, neurones, the respiratory system as well as other systems found within the body
Anatomy of the eye
In this unit you will learn the structure and form of the eye as well as specific eye contra-indications
5 Detailed Anatomy and Physiology eBook
6 Module Videos
Module 3: Skin Healthcare
7 Module Units
In this module are the following Units, a description of each unit is below:

Skin Types
In this unit you will learn the different skin types, about ethnic skin types as well as disorders of pigmentation
Skin Diseases / Disorders
In this unit you will learn the different skin diseases and disorders
8 Detailed Skin Healthcare eBook
9 Module Videos
Module 4: Hot Stone Massage
10 Module Units
In this module are the following Units, a description of each unit is below:

Introduction
In this unit you will learn the technique of using hot stones and cold stones, the history of hot stone massage as well as the effect they have on the body
Hygiene
In this unit you will learn all the aspects of hygiene as well as health and safety related directly to the treatment
Benefits
In this unit you will learn the physical effects and benefits of hot stone therapy
The Stones
In this unit you will learn they type of stone used and where they come from as well as how to clean and maintain them
The Spiritual Effects
In this unit you will learn about the shakra points within the body and how they are related to the therapy
Contra-Indications
In this unit you will learn about the specific contra indication relating to hot stone therapy
The Routine
In this unit you will learn the step by step routine for a full body hot stone massage
Contra-Actions & Aftercare
In this unit you will learn the possible contra-actions following a treatment and aftercare advise to provide to your clients
11 Detailed Hot Stone Massage eBook
12 Module Videos

Completing your Hot Stone Massage course online is easy. Once you purchase the course you will get instant access to our Award Winning Online Education Platform which houses your tutorial videos and eBooks. Our courses are available on desktops, tablets and mobiles so you can learn anywhere, anyhow.

Each course will have a number of modules and within those modules will be units. Each unit will have a specific video to watch, an area associated with the eBook which is clearly laid out and a set of multiple choice questions for you to complete. Once you have completed the questions and get the desired pass mark the next unit will open for you. You can take the multiple choice questions as many times as you wish with full support from your tutor where needed. This guided way of learning ensures you gain and then retain our expert knowledge.

After you have completed all the units in a module, that module will be marked as complete and the next one will open.

At the end of all the modules you will be asked to upload evidence of work to your online workbook. These are before and after photos of your work which will then be reviewed by your tutor who will feedback to you areas for improvement or pass you on the course.

Once you have passed the course, your Diploma Certificate will be available for download via the portal and stored for you. You have LIFETIME access to the portal so you can return at anytime using your tutorials and eBooks as a reference.