
VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Massage (VRQ) course
Ofqual / government regulated qualification
Exam board: VTCT (Vocational training & charitable trust)
VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Massage (VRQ) course
Description:
The VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Massage for the Complementary Therapist qualification will provide a progression route with advanced technical skills for Level 3 massage therapists.
This qualification will enable you to add
additional techniques for treatment application to your existing repertoire whilst further developing your knowledge of the theories and practices for advanced applications of massage.
This qualification is designed to give you the essential knowledge to assist you to provide advanced therapeautic skills within a clinical setting. All units wilthin this qualification are mandatory.
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:
A Level 3 massage qualification & level 3 A&P qualification
Course format:
5 practical (classroom) training / assessment days + online learning modules + case studies
+ monthly video calls for coursework support (dates tbc)
Course content:
- Unit UCT11M - Interpersonal skills for the complementary therapist
- UCT16M - Advanced massage therapy for the complementary therapist
- UCT12M - Advanced anatomy & physiology for the complementary therapist
Duration:
- GLH (Guided Learning Hours): 168. (GLH incl’s. practical, coursework, case studies, assessments, research/reading)
- 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:
5 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:
To achieve this qualification you must carry out and document evidence of the following case studies:
- UCT16M - Advanced massage therapy for the complementary therapist: You must carry out and document evidence for a minimum of 30 recorded treatments on a minimum of 15 clients with a minimum of two treatments per client.
Exam board:
VTCT - Vocational training & charitable trust
(Ofqual / government regulated - www.vtct.org.uk)
Career potential:
Advanced / clinical 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 within a clinical setting with ailments & treatable medical conditions.
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 4 Diploma in Massage (VRQ)
Qualification reference:
VTCT code: CT4D6
Qulaification no: 601/8316/0
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.
Choose a pricing plan
VTCT L4 Massage course - BIDEFORD, DEVON (Pay in full)
Bideford, Devon
Course Dates (5 days):
ALL DATES MUST BE ATTENDED
Course starting in January '24
+ monthly live zoom video coursework support lessons (dates tbc)
DATES ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE
VTCT L4 Massage course - BIDEFORD, DEVON (Pay monthly x 5)
Bideford, Devon
Course Dates (5 days):
ALL DATES MUST BE ATTENDED
Course starting in January '24
+ monthly live zoom video coursework support lessons (dates tbc)
DATES ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE
Course curriculum
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1Section 1 - Welcome to the course
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2Section 2 - Routine, audio lesson (s) and case studies (downloadable)
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3Section 3 - Unit UCT11M - Interpersonal skills unit - avail on or before 1/9/23
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4Section 6 - Advanced massage unit - avail on or before 1/10/23
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5Section 4 - Unit UCT12M - Advanced anatomy & physiology unit - avail on or before 1/11/23