Courses

Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage

English / Chinese

The foundation course for complementary therapy. The course provides students with a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology of the body so that they have a complete knowledge of the structure and functions of each area on which they are working. The course includes Holistic Massage incorporating the classical movements treating the whole body and covers the subject on Professional Conduct & Business Awareness.

COURSE DETAIL

Course Duration

Full Time – 2 months, 5 days a week x 4 hours a day

Part Time – 2.5 months, 3 days a week x 8 hours a day

Total Guided Learning (GL) – 250 hours

Total Qualification Time (TQT) – 410 hours

Entry Requirements

• 16 years old and above
• Obtained at least a C6 at GCE N Levels in any one subject

Awarding Body

ITEC, UK

Course Syllabus 

Unit 1 Anatomy & Physiology

Understand the structure and function of each organ – Skeletal System – Muscular System – The Cells – The Skin – Vascular System – Lymphatic System – Nervous System – Endocrine System – Reproductive System – Digestive System – Urinary System

Unit 2 Holistic Massage (Theory & Practical)

History of Massage – Client Care – Physiological & Psychological study of the human body – Types & Effects of Different Massage Strokes – Therapist Well-being – Case Study

Unit 22 Professional Conduct & Business Awareness

First Aid – Salon Safety – Hygiene & Sterilization – Client Handling – Business Legislation – Marketing & Advertising

Mode of Delivery

The course is delivered by a well qualified trainer in a classroom and salon environment

Teacher-student Ratio

1:10

Examination Requirements

Candidates must have 75% attendance in order to take the examination

Examination

ITEC Examination – Theory & Practical

Examination Enrolment

To register with ITEC 12 weeks before the examination date

Graduation Requirements

• Must obtain at least 60% to pass the exam
• Must obtain Pass from Case Study

Course Commencement Date

First week of every alternate month

Course Fee

S$ 1,800

Exam Fee

S$ 300

Materials Fee

S$ 100x