Enrolling now for Sept 10 and Jan 11! £299
Pre-requisite: Students must have a Massage Diploma which includes Anatomy & Physiology
Stone Therapy is a delightful treatment to give as well as to receive. The effectiveness of the stones in your treatment
alleviates the strain on the therapists hands and wrists but increases the benefit of the treatment ten fold.
Everything you need to know about hot and cold stones in one course!
Head, face and neck massage is included in this course!
Our course is held over two, two day modules. The first weekend we will teach you all aspects of the practical stone massage technique to prepare you to competently complete your case studies by Module two. On the second weekend, we will finish the syllabus, polish your practical technique and complete a revision programme to help you learn the theory. Finally you will take both practical and theory mock exams and we will mark your case studies ready fro the exam.
Theory Syllabus includes: (Click here for syllabus)
- Concept, history and legislation
- Chakra's and the five elements
- Stone relationship to the auric field
- Holistic Approach and Integral Biology
- Physiological and Psychological effects
- Consent and Consultation methods
- Contraindications and referral procedures
Practical
- Full body treatment
- Stone types: basalt, marble, crystals, etc
- Selection and correct placement of stones
- Care of stones and equipment
- Hygiene procedures
- Home care advice
Case Studies: Three People ( x three times = 9 treatments)
Examinations
- 30 minute - Theory paper 25 multiple choice questions
- 3/4 hour Practical examination
- Examination fee £90 due on Module One
ITEC Recommended Reading: (Book List )
What to bring:
- 2 Towels (big bath sheets)
- 1 small towel for drying stones
- 3 pillow cases
- Antiseptic wipes (tea tree or Lavender)
- Antibacterial hand gel
- 2 folders for course work and case studies
- Loose comfortable clothing for theory
- White or black uniform tunic for practical (students without uniforms will not be ablr to join practical sessions)
- Course book: Can be purchased from Devon Academy on enrolment and sent by post with confirmation.
Student Pack - Available to hire at Devon Academy includes:
2 Towels - £5 per weekend or £10 for the entire course
Antiseptic wipes
Antibacteriacidal hand wash
Students will receive their course notes upon payment of the course and are expected to read and revise the theory aspects of the course prior to attendance.
Stone sets for sale which include £299 - (Please order your set upon enrolment)
- 18 Quart Heater
- Thermometer
- 47 piece basalt stone set (7 chakra, 8 spinal, 8 toe. 2 trigger, 24 massage good sized stones)
- 7 piece chakra crystal set
- Labradorite stone for cleansing and recharging the stones
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