VTCT Level 3 Diploma in massage (VRQ) course

Ofqual / government regulated qualification

Exam board: VTCT (Vocational training & charitable trust)

VTCT Level 3 Diploma in massage (VRQ) course

The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Massage is a preparation for work qualification that has been designed to prepare you for a career as a massage therapist/practitioner.

This qualification will develop your knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice and business practice for complementary therapies. Furthermore, you will learn about anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies.

You will also develop your understanding and practical skills to competently provide massage services. You may also choose to complete an additional unit which will develop your knowledge and understanding of healthy eating and wellbeing for the complementary therapy client.

This is a practitioner level qualification.

During the course you will learn a full body massage as well as a seated back massage, to include the massage techniques - effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, vibration, friction, passive joint movements and neuromuscular techniques.

This qualification is completed through the exam board - The VTCT (Vocational training and charitable trust); and is Ofqual regulated.

Course information

Venue & course dates:

Scroll down the page for details of venue, course dates and to book the course

Pre-requisite / Entry level:

Optional - VTCT/ITEC Level 2 award in infection prevention for complementary therapies & sports massage

Course format:

7 practical (classroom) training / assessment / exam days + online learning modules + case studies

+ monthly video calls for coursework support (dates tbc)

Course content:

Unit UV31268 – Principles & Practices of complementary therapy
Unit UV31267 – Business practice for complementary therapy
Unit UV31299 – Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies
Unit UV31300 – Provide body massage for complementary therapies
Optional Unit: Unit V31303 – Healthy eating and wellbeing for the complementary therapy client (additional fee applies)

Duration:

GLH (Guided Learning Hours): 296. (GLH incl’s. practical, coursework, case studies, assessments, research/reading, revision, written exams)
Home study (Coursework): This is completed in your own time
Practical Training: Please check out our current course dates on our website for the practical training element, additional dates can be supplied.

Attendance:

7 classroom days (ALL dates must be attended)

+ monthly video calls for coursework support (dates tbc)

Model required:

Yes, you will be required to work on models to carry out your case studies at home.
You may be required to bring a model for one to one training, and for your assessments

Case Studies:

You must carry out and document evidence of a minimum of 30 treatments

Exam board:

VTCT - Vocational training & charitable trust

(Ofqual / government regulated - www.vtct.org.uk)

Career potential:

Massage therapist - employed or self-employed, working in a salon or spa or as a home / mobile therapist.

How this could benefit your clients:

Help clients with common ailments such as muscle tension & aches, to provide a relaxation, stress relief, uplifting or balancing massage tailored to your clients needs.

You will learn a full body massage as well as a seated acupressure back massage.

Additional Costs:

You will need to purchase your own products and oils to bring to the training & in order to carry out your case studies, ie massage medium such as grapeseed oil

Qualification gained:

VTCT Level 3 Diploma in massage (VRQ)

Qualification reference:

VTCT code: AC30406

Qulaification no: 600/4841/4

This qualification is mapped to the relevant NOS (National Occupational Standards), where applicable. This qualification is accredited on the qualifications and credit framework (QCF). This qualification is a VRQ (Vocationally Related Qualification.)

Insurance:

Please check your insurance companies requirements before enrolling on this course? (It is the students responsibility to check coverage with their insurers BEFORE enrolling on this course)

Check out our Insurance page, if you are looking for insurance.

Course dates & venues

This course is available at the following venues:

Venue:

Bideford, Devon

Course Dates (7 days):

ALL DATES MUST BE ATTENDED

Dec '24 - Tues 3rd;

Jan '25 - Tues 7th, Tues 14th;

Feb '25 - Thurs 13th;

March '25 - Thurs 13th;

April '25 - Tues 22nd;

May '25 - Thurs 22nd;

+ monthly live zoom video coursework support lessons (dates tbc)

Venue:

Plymouth, Devon

Course Dates (7 days):

ALL DATES MUST BE ATTENDED

Please ask for next available dates

View our course calendar here

Course calendar

DATES ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE

Course Fee

£1,297

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Course curriculum

1

Section 1 - Welcome to the course
- Copyright
- Module 1 - Welcome to the course
- Module 2 - Course format
- Module 3 - Practical training & assessment days
- Module 4 - Course Introduction
- Module 5 - Preparing your E-Portfolio
- Module 6 - VTCT Assessment logbook
- Module 7 - Knowledge assignment questions (coursework)
- Module 8 - Case studies
- Module 9 - Assessments
- Module 10 - Exams
- Module 11 - Induction
- Module 12 - Checklist
2

Section 2 - Routine, audio lesson (s) and case studies (downloadable)
- Module 1 - The routines - Full body & seated back massage
- Module 1A - Extended facial massage routine
- Module 2 - Case studies (downloadable form)
- Module 3 - Audio lesson - massage
- Module 4 - Audio lesson - Treatment preparation
- Module 5 - Audio lesson - Contra-indications
- Module 6 - Audio lesson - Contra-actions
- Module 7 - Audio lesson - Aftercare
- Module 8 - Audio lesson - Evaluating & completing a treatment
- Module 9 - Slide lesson - Massage
- Module 10 - Slide lesson - Massage techniques
- Module 11 - Access to health & safety modules (10 modules)
- Module 12 - Access to client care and communications modules (8 modules)
3

Section 2A - Preparing for assessments (observations)
- Preparing for assessments (observations)
4

Section 3 - Unit UV31268 - Principles and practice unit
- Principles & practices assignment video lesson
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Understand the key historical factors and theoretical background for complementary therapies
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Understand the main influences on working within the complementary therapy industry
- Module 3 - Assignment 3 - Understand the key aspects of good clinical practice
5

Section 4 - Unit UV31267 - Business practice unit
- Business plan - slides lesson
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - 3 - Understand the key business criteria required for complementary therapies
- Module 2 - Be able to research a business concept
- Module 3 - Be able to prepare a business plan
6

Section 5 - Unit UV31300 - Provide massage unit
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Be able to prepare for body massage treatment
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Be able to provide body massage treatment
- Module 3 - Assignment 3 - Be able to reflect upon body massage treatment
7

Section 6 - Unit UV31299 - Anatomy & physiology unit - Pathologies assignments
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Understand the organisation of the body
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the skin, hair and nails
- Module 3 - Assignment 3 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the skeletal system
- Module 4 - Assignment 4 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the muscular system
- Module 5 - Assignment 5 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the nervous system
- Module 6 - Assignment 6 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the endocrine system
- Module 7 - Assignment 7 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the respiratory system
- Module 8 - Assignment 8 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the cardiovascular system
- Module 9- Assignment 9 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the lymphatic system
- Module 10 - Assignment 10 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the digestive system
- Module 11 - Assignment 11 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the urinary system
- Module 12 - Assignment 12 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the reproductive system
8

Section 7 - Unit UV31299 - Anatomy & physiology unit
- Module 1 - Understand the organisation of the body - Revision
- Module 2 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the skin, hair and nails - Revision
- Module 2A - Skin diseases & disorders lesson
- Module 2B - The anatomy of the hair lesson
- Module 2C - The anatomy of the nail lesson
- Module 3 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the skeletal system - Revision
- Module 4 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the muscular system - Revision
- Module 5 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the nervous system - Revision
- Module 6 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the endocrine system - Revision
- Module 7 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the respiratory system - Revision
- Module 8 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the cardiovascular system - Revision
- Module 9 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the lymphatic system - Revision
- Module 10 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the digestive system - Revision
- Module 11 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the urinary system - Revision
- Module 12 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the reproductive system - Revision
9

Section 8 - Revision A&P - Practice Questions
- Paper 1 - Practice questions
- Paper 2 - Practice questions

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