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Course Dates: (6 days) January 2021 - Sat 30th February 2021 - Sat 20th March 2021 - Sat 27th April 2021 - Sat 24th May 2021 - Sat 22nd June 2021 - Sat 26th |
Description:
The VTCT Level 4 Diploma in Massage for the Complementary Therapist qualification will provide a progression route with advanced technical skills for Level 3 massage therapists. This qualification will enable you to add additional techniques for treatment application to your existing repertoire whilst further developing your knowledge of the theories and practices for advanced applications of massage. This qualification is designed to give you the essential knowledge to assist you to provide advanced therapeutic skills within a clinical setting. All units wilthin this qualification are mandatory.
Entry level:
To be eligible for registration on this qualification, it is a requirement that you are a qualified complementary therapist holding a Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification in massage. Anatomy and physiology knowledge at Level 3 or equivalent is also a mandatory requirement. Learners who wish to undertake this qualification must also achieve the VTCT (ITEC) Level 2 Award in Infection Prevention (COVID-19) for Complementary Therapies and Sports Massage qualification or a regulated equivalent.
- Infection Prevention (Covid-19) for complementary therapies & sports massage VTCT Level 2
Course format:
Coursework: Home study and portfolio of evidence containing questions and assignment work
Training material is accessed via our online portal
Course content:
Duration:
GLH (Guided Learning Hours): 168. (GLH incl’s. practical, coursework, case studies, assessments, written exams)
Home study (Coursework): This can be started at anytime
Practical Training: Please check out our current course dates on our website for the practical training element, additional dates can be supplied.
Model required?:
Group training = No, students will work on each other.
One to one training = Yes, you will be required to bring a model along to the practical
training to practice your routine on.
Case studies = Yes, you will be required to work on models for your case studies.
Assessments = Yes, you will be required to bring a model along to assessments to practice your routine on.
Case Studies:
Exam Board:
VTCT – Vocational Training & Charitable Trust
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Career Opportunities:
Self-Employment or Employment as a Complementary Therapist or massage therapist .
What’s included:
Training material accessed through our online portal. A coursework tutor is assigned to you for full support throughout the course. Fully qualified tutor for the practical training. A VTCT qualification is posted to you on successful completion of the course.
Additional Costs:
You will need to purchase your own products, equipment (e.g. massage couch) and massage oils in order to carry out your case studies. We recommend you purchase a text book to support your learning, See our reading list by signing up to our FREE student and therapists resources section - https://holistic-therapies-training.teachable.com/p/student-resources-free
Qualification gained:
A VRQ – VTCT Level 4 diploma in Massage (QCF)
This qualification is mapped to the relevant NOS (National Occupational Standards), where applicable. This qualification is accredited on the qualifications and credit framework (QCF). This qualification is a VRQ (Vocationally Related Qualification.)
Insurance:
Please check your insurance companies requirements before enrolling on this course? (It is the students responsibility to check coverage with their insurers BEFORE enrolling on this course)
Here are some insurance companies, some with introductory discounts - https://holistic-therapies-training.teachable.com/p/accreditation
Payment Options
Pay by bank transfer, PayPal or PayPal credit.
Please note, if you choose either of these methods, your booking will be processed manually, and can take up to 24 hours to receive access to your training pack.
To select one of these options, or to find out more, click below:
Your Instructor

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Course Curriculum
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PreviewEnrolment
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StartPractical Training Days - Attendance required
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PreviewModule 1 - Introduction
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StartModule 2 - Preparing your portfolio
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StartModule 3 - VTCT Assessment log book
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StartModule 4 - To do list
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StartModule 5 - Knowledge questions (Coursework)
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StartModule 6 - Training Resources
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StartModule 7 - Assessments
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StartModule 8 - Unit UCT11M - Interpersonal skills for the complementary therapist
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StartModule 9 - Unit UCT16M - Advanced massage therapy for the complementary therapist
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StartModule 10 - Unit UCT12M - Advanced anatomy and physiology for the complementary therapist
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StartModule 11 - Case Studies