Acupressure 1-day accredited course

Accredited with ABT, PBD, The CMA & IPHM

Acupressure 1-day accredited course

Description:

Acupressure is the use of pressure to the body to enhance the flow of energy 'Chi' within the meridians, The acupressure massage points are worked by using the hands, fingers, thumb or knuckles. Subjects included in the Course:Fingertip Medicine, Stimulation Methods, Relaxation Techniques, Trigger Points, Acupressure Massage Techniques, Effleurage,, Tapotment, Petrissage, Yin & Yang, The Meridians, client care, consultation, health & safety, hygiene. This is an introductory course into the theoretical aspects of acupressure. An introductory course

Course information

Venue & course dates:

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Course format:

1 day practical + online learning modules + case studies

Pre-requisite:

A massage qualification

Attendance:

1 day practical

Model required:

Yes, you will be required to work on models to carry out your case studies at home.

Case Studies:

3 treatments

Accrediting body:

IPHM - International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine
ABT Associated Beauty Therapists
PBD - Professional Beauty Direct
The CMA - Complementary Medical Association

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 anxiety, relaxation, stress relief, uplifting

Additional Costs:

You will need to purchase your own products and oils in order to carry out your case studies.

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)

Course dates & venues

This course is available at the following venues

Bideford, Devon:

Feb '25 - Tues 25th

Plymouth, Devon:

October ' 24 - Fri 18th

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Course calendar

DATES ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE

Course Fee

£197

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Course curriculum

1

Section 1 - Welcome to the course
- Copyright
- Module 1 - Welcome to the course
- Module 2 - Practical training day
- Module 3 - Course Introduction
2

Section 2 - Health, safety & hygiene
- Module 1 - Risk Assessment
- Module 2 - Security in the salon
- Module 3 - Preparation of work area
- Module 4 - Good hygiene practices
- Module 5 - Professionalism in the salon environment
- Module 6 - Posture
- Module 7 - Legislation
- Module 8 - Fire Safety
- Module 9 - Insurance
- Module 10 - Infection Prevention
3

Section 3 - Client care & communications
- Module 1 - Introduction
- Module 2 - Establish a rapport
- Module 3 - Communication & listening skills
- Module 4 - Client Privacy
- Module 5 - Client's needs
- Module 6 - Improving working standards
- Module 7 - Dealing with complaints
- Module 8 - Consultation
4

Section 4 - Acupressure
- Module 1 - Treatment preparation
- Module 2 - Contra-indications
- Module 3 - Aftercare
- Module 4 - Contra-actions
- Module 5 - Evaluating & completing treatment
- Module 6 - About Acupressure
- Module 7 - Acupressure techniques
- Module 8 - Acupressure routine lesson
- Module 9 - Case studies