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Holistic body massage is one of the oldest healing arts, treating the mind, body and spirit. An ancient art which developed from Chinese dynasties, through the Swedish massage movement to England. Holistic massage was once the main practice of the first physio therapists in this country and currently, when placed in the hands of a well qualified therapist with a thorough understanding of Anatomy and Physiology, continues to treat many physical and emotional conditions.
An ITEC Diploma may lead to a career working within the health, sports and leisure industry at clubs, cruise ships and spas, doctor's surgeries or even hospitals at home or abroad. ITEC is recognised worldwide in most countries and even those like Canada and America which have their own standards, ITEC students need only upgrade their qulaifications to practice in these countries.
It is an ITEC requirement that students either study or have taken already a recognized Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology diploma; therefore all students without this qualification must take all parts of the course and prepare to devote at least 5 hours per week to home learning.
If you already hold an ITEC A & P certificate or an acceptable equivalent, (please confirm this with ITEC direct prior to enrolment) then you need not complete the last three assignments outlined below or sit an Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology theory examination. Certificates must be sent in on enrolment of the course to enable us to apply for Approved Prior Learning confirmation from ITEC.
The course is divided into five core parts:
Course Books
An Introductory Guide to Holistic Massage - Louise Tucker - ISBN - 9781903348451
An Introductory Guide to Anatomy and Physiology - Louise Tucker - 9781903348284

Practical Examination - 45 minute treatment including oral questions

Aim of the course: It is vital that students have a thorough understanding of the all body systems and disorders in order to study complementary therapies.
Theory Examination - One hour - 50 Multiple choice questions
Assignment - Less Coomon Pathology Assignment
Student course files must be presented to the examiner for review!
Examinations
Examinations are usually held on the Sunday and Monday at the end of the last module.
Examination Fee: £90
Examination fee may be subject to change without prior notice and is not guaranteed
Holistic Massage Pack - Available to hire at Devon Academy includes:
2 Towels (large bath sheets) £5 per weekend or £17 for the entire course
Antiseptic wipes and Antibacteriacidal hand wash for use on the course
Devon Academy of Complementary Therapies,
4 Paiges Lane, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX31 1EF, UK.
Tel: (+44) (0)1271 314 333 | e-mail: info@devonacademy.co.uk
Copyright © 2005 Devon Academy of Complementary Therapies. All Rights Reserved. Last modified: 4 March, 2010.
The Devon Academy is a college of excellence in the field of massage therapy training. Offering massage courses, reflexology courses, Indian head massage courses and more.
We offer some of the most thorough massage techniques in the industry. Devon Academy of Complementary Therapies is a registered college with over twenty years of experience.