Hot Stones Massage - Therapy Course

Pre Requirements

• This is an intermediate course and you need a body massage qualification to undertake this qualification.

Video Tutorials

• Yes, available from July 2022.

Accreditations and insurance

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Course Syllabus

This is the background and theory that you study from home. If you are undertaking a Certificate Course then you also need to complete an online test paper, and we recommend that you complete at least 25 case studies (self-assessed) in order to familiarise yourself with the therapy routine before offering treatments to the public.

Module 1
The history of hot stones massage

Module 2
Effects and benefits overview
Effects and benefits in detail

Module 3
Types of stones used in massage therapy

Module 4
Techniques for hot stones massage

Module 5
Client consultation skills
Consultation/treatment environment
Client education
Client confidentiality
Consultation form
Notes on consultation form
Contraindications

Module 6
Body mechanics
Correct body mechanics
Guidelines

Module 7
Preparing oil and cream blends for therapy
Client preparation
Therapist preparation
Basic hygiene (therapist)
Adaptations

Module 8
The Chakras

Module 9
Before beginning therapy
Front body stones placement
Front body massage
Back body stones placement
Back body massage
Massage techniques at a glance
Stones placement at a glance

Module 10
Closing ritual
After therapy recommendations
Information and aftercare advice

Additional information
Case study guidelines
Case study examples
FAQs
Hints and tips
Your notes and questions

Additional documents
Test paper
Client form
Case study form