Course Overview

On completion of this course, learner will have the knowledge and application skills to perform TCM Meridian Massage 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 full body TCM Meridian wellness massage treatment.
? Consult with client to confirm suitability for treatment including contraindication to massage such as skin disorders, musculo-skeletal disorders and chronic diseases, benefits & effects, review & update client profile.
? Provide safe and effective practice in pain management by applying appropriate Chinese Tuina methods to soothe, sedate and stimulate the meridians and channels belonging to the 12 regular meridians and 2 extraordinary meridians and pressing on selected acupressure points including ST36 Zusanli, SP6 Sanyingjiao, SP9 Yinlingquan, BL40 Weizhong, KI1 Yongquan, KI3 Taixi, GB21 Jianjing, LR3 Taichong, EX-HN5 Taiyang, RN12Zhongwan. A total of 50 TCM wellness acupoints will be required in the full body meridian massage sequence.
? Provide Suitable after care advice to sustain the effects of treatment.
Target Audience
Suitable for job roles as Complementary Therapist, Spa 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.

Progression
With a good handle of this massage practice, learners can progress to specialised training in:-
a. Provide Post-natal massage
b. Provide Manual Lymphatic Drainage
c. Provide Aromatherapy
d. Provide Sports Massage
e. VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage

What You Will Learn?

Project professional image, ensure a safe and hygienic workplace, provide a suitable environment for the Chinese meridian massage treatment
Flow and direction of 14 main Meridian/Energy channels and locate 90?commonly used wellness acupoints including ST36 Zusanli, SP6 Sanyingjiao, SP9 Yinlingquan, BL40 Weizhong, KI1 Yongquan, KI3 Taixi, GB21 Jianjing, LR3 Taichong, EX-HN5 Taiyang, RN12Zhongwan and apply 45 of these points in a sequence of full body meridian massage.?
Consult with client to confirm suitability for treatment including contraindication, benefits & effects, review & update client profile
Manipulation techniques to apply on meridians and acupoints for a safe and effective practice?including oscilating, rubbing & scrubbing, vibrating, squeezing and pressing, percussion, joint manipulation?
Suitable after care advice to sustain the effects of treatment

Admission Requirements

Preferably completed a basic body therapy course.

Awards

Certificate of Achievement

Progress Pathway

VTCT (ITEC) level 3 diploma in Holistic massage, Provide Chinese Tuina Therapy (asynchronous E-learning + Classroom)