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On completion of this course, learner will have the knowledge and application skills to perform Chinese Tuina Therapy at the workplace.
Adapted from the WSQ framework, specifically, learners will be able to:
? Project professional image, ensure a safe and hygienic workplace, provide a suitable environment for Chinese Tuina Therapy
? Consult with client to confirm suitability for treatment including contraindication to massage such as skin disorders, musculo-skeletal disorders and chronic diseases.
? Provide safe and effective practice in pain management by combining stroking, kneading, friction, oscillation and press techniques to promote general relaxation, improved circulation, relief from muscle tension, restored flexibility, and the elimination of waste products in the tissues. The theory of massage practice is based on the understanding of the Sinew Channel system.
? Provide suitable after care advice to sustain the effects of treatment
Target Audience
Suitable for job roles as Complementary Therapist, Spa Therapist, Massage Therapist. They will perform massage according to service guidelines with some adaptation to massage movements and manipulations to suit customer’s physical condition and requests.
Course Duration
45 hours (15 hours asynchronous + 30 hours practical)
Progression
With a good handle of this massage practice, learners can progress to specialised training in:-
a. Provide Manual Lymphatic Drainage
b. Provide Aromatherapy
c. Provide TCM Meridian Massage
c. VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage
Project professional image, ensure a safe and hygienic workplace, provide a suitable environment for the chinese tuina treatment
Chinese Tuina Therapy combines stroking, kneading, friction and acupress techniques to promote general relaxation, improved circulation, relief from muscle tension, restored flexibility, and the elimination of waste products in the tissues.
Consult with client to confirm suitability for treatment including contraindication, benefits & effects, review & update client profile
Manipulation techniques to apply on Sinew Channels for a safe and effective practice
Suitable after care advice to sustain the effects of treatment
Secondary education.
Certificate of Achievement
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