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ACRYLIC NAILS

Improve the appearance of the hands and nails using acrylic nail enhancements. 

The course will cover the preparation of the natural nail, application of tip and

application of acrylic.
Course requirements: 1 day practical plus home study & case studies + assessment.      

Pre-requisite: None, Manicure qualification is a recommendation.

COST                                                                    

Accredited Diploma £250 (kit not included) 

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

This course is carried out as a home study course and is divided into 11 individual units each of which

is followed by a test paper. Each unit is emailed to you as a pdf and on successful completion of the

test paper you will receive the next unit.  On successful completion of all 11 units you will receive a

professional diploma.  This is great course to run alongside your beauty or holistic training to gain an

understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the human body.

Pre-requisite: None

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £120
This is a home study course so can be started at anytime.
(VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology £398 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16))

 

AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE
This course will help you to discover the benefits both physically and emotionally from massage

with essential oils. You'll be taught to select, blend and safely use essential oils to suit your client's

needs and how to provide a skilful full body aromatherapy massage. 

Course requirements: 1 day practical plus home study & case studies.
Pre-requisite: None

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £260
Level 3 NVQ/VRQ Diploma £410 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

 

 

AROMATHERAPY - BLENDING ESSENTIAL OILS

For the therapists who are already trained in massage and wish to learn how to select and blend

essential oils specifically for their client’s needs, then this is the training course for you. 

Pre-requisite: None, you will need to hold a qualification in the therapy you wish to incorporate the use of essential oils with, i.e., massage, reiki.

This course is carried out as a home study course followed by a test paper.

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £120

BABY MASSAGE INSTRUCTOR

This course will enable you to demonstrate to your clients how to safely and correctly massage

their baby/infant to enhance health, development & well-being.
Prerequisite - A massage qualification.
Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140
Level 3 VTCT Accredited Teaching Certificate in Baby Massage £290 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

 

BABY REFLEXOLOGY

Baby Reflexology is a gentle bonding experience that parents can pass onto their infant. 

This course will show you how to instruct parents to safely apply a gentle reflexology treatment on

their infant to aid common ailments and promote calm, relaxation as well as improving sleep patterns. 

Pre-requisite:  A reflexology qualification.

Course requirements: 1 day practical plus home study & case studies.
Cost 
Accredited Diploma £120

This course can also be studied as a home study course

 

BEAUTY THERAPY

This course will enable you to competently perform facials, waxing, eyelash treatments (tinting),

Manicure, Pedicure & Make-Up.
Prerequisite:  None

Course requirements: 5 days practical plus home study & case studies.

Cost 

Accredited Diploma £730 
Level 2 NVQ/VRQ Diploma £990 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)


BODY WRAP

You will be taught how to apply the body wrap products, wrap and measure the client.

Pre-requisite: None
Cost 
Accredited Diploma £120

 

CHINESE BODY  MASSAGE                                                                                                                                            
Learn the art of tui na (Chinese massage). This wonderful treatment uses a combination of

acupressure, massage and working with the meridians to assist in stimulating and unblocking

the ‘life force energies’ to restore good health and harmony in the body. Beginners Level.
Pre-requisite: None

Cost Accredited Diploma £140

COLOUR THERAPY                                                                                                                                                 
The impact of colour on the mood is widely recognised nowadays and Colour Therapy is the use

of colour and its vibrational frequencies to  correct energy imbalances and disharmonies within

the body.  It can also be used as a preventative to avoid possible imbalances.  
Course requirements: This is a home study course and can be started at anytime. You will be required

to do case studies as part of your training
Pre-requisite: None

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £120
Level 3 VTCT Accredited Diploma £270 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

CRYSTAL FACIAL

Learn to combine holistic facial massage techniques with a selection of crystals, individually selected for the individual client’s needs, to stimulate cell renewal, heal and to re-energize the skin and promote a feeling of wellbeing.   

Pre-requisite: None, although it is recommended you have an understanding of the healing properties of crystals.

Cost

Accredited Diploma £140

 

CRYSTAL MASSAGE

Learn to massage with crystals to combine the relaxing benefits of massage with the healing properties of crystals to give an experience that relaxes and balances the mind, body & soul. You will learn to select the correct crystals for your individual clients needs using a combination of healing and massage techniques.

Pre-requisite:  A massage qualification, and an understanding of the healing properties of crystals.

Cost

Accredited Diploma £140

 

CRYSTAL THERAPY                                                                                                                                                        

Learn the amazing healing powers of the crystals in this introductory course.  During this course

you will be taught how to carry out a chakra balancing routine to re-balance and promote wellbeing

to your clients.  

Pre-requisite: It is recommended that you have an understanding of energies and crystals.
Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140
Level 3 TCT Accreedited Diploma £290 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

 

EYELASH AND BROW TREATMENTS (TINTING)

You will be taught the techniques of eyelash and eyebrow tinting and eyebrow shaping to enhance

the face.
Pre-requisite: None

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £120 
Level 2 NVQ/VRQ £270 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

 

 

FACIALS 
(Facial Massage & Skincare)
Learn to conduct a facial safely and professionally, to analyse skin types and select the correct

products to use.  Learn a facial massage to incorporate pressure points for a complete holistic

experience. 

Pre-requisite: None
Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140
Level 2 NVQ/VRQ £290 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

GEL NAIL EXTENSIONS
Learn how to make beautiful nail extensions through the application of tips and gel.    
You will receive a full kit on the day containing everything you will need for the practical training, and

to take home with you afterwards.  Course requirements: 1 day practical plus home study & case studies + assessment.      

Pre-requisite: None, although a manicure qualification is recommended.

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £250 – kit not included 
 

HEALTH & SAFETY - LEVEL 3
This FHT Accredited online Essential Health and Safety Diploma course contains 7 tutorials delivered

online. Failure to comply with the legislation can have serious consequences from both financial and

business perspectives. This course is tailored to the needs of therapists working in the complementary

healthcare/beauty industry. You will gain 10 CPD Points on successful completion.

Pre-requisite: None Cost £49.99 
This is an interactive online course and be studied at home and started at anytime.


HOT STONE MASSAGE

This training shows the experienced Masseur how to incorporate hot & cold stones to heal the

body and mind. 

Prerequisite - A massage qualification.
Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140
Level 3 NVQ/VRQ £290 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)
 

INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE
This massage works on the energy chakras and is a wonderful way of relieving stress and its effects

on the systems on the body. Tension floats away through the relaxation of the muscles and improved

circulation to the brain helps to clear the mind and improve hair and scalp condition. 
Pre-requisite: None Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140 
Level 3 NVQ/VRQ £290 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)
 

 

 

(MANUAL) LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE

During this workshop you will learn professional techniques to carry out a lymphatic drainage

massage to improve the functioning of the lymphatic system enabling the body to remove toxins and

excess fluid from the body’s tissue.

Pre-requisite: A massage qualification

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140 
 

COSMETIC MAKE UP

During this training you will learn professional techniques to apply daytime, evening and special

occasion make-up. You need to bring your own professional make-up kit to train with. 
Pre-requisite: None

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140
Level 2 NVQ/VRQ £290 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

 

MANICURE 

During this training you will be taught how to perform the perfect manicure (including French/American

polish). Covering nail anatomy, preparation, filing techniques and polishing, paraffin wax and hot oil

treatments.  
Pre-requisite: None

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140 (£200 Manicure & Pedicure training combined)
Level 2 NVQ/VRQ £350 (Manicure & Pedicure) (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

 

MEDITATION FOR HEALING PRACTITIONER

Learn how to run meditation groups and sessions centred around the concept of meditating for healing.

Chakra work, breath work, group set up, protection, energy awareness and session planning are all

covered within this one day workshop.   

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £120 
available as a home study course also.

ORIENTAL FACE MASSAGE

The Oriental Face Massage Diploma uses techniques that have been drawn from Natural Facelift

Rejuvenation Massage, Indian Face Massage, Japanese Face Massage and Tibetan Face Massage.

The fusion of theses massage techniques, works on the facial muscles, easing tension, smoothing away

lines and increasing elasticity. The aim of this treatment is to release toxins and allowing the connective

tissue to regain its freedom and elasticity resulting in visibly rejuvenation of the skin. The massage is also

very relaxing and helps reduce stress.
Pre-requisite: None

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140
 
 

 

ORIENTAL HAND MASSAGE

The Oriental Hand Massage Diploma is a wonderful massage of the hand, arms & shoulders, with

an Eastern flavour. It is a fusion of Eastern Hand Massage techniques, reflexology & acupressure. Hands

contain many thousand sensory nerve endings which makes them one of the most sensitive areas of the

body. A great course to learn as a treatment on its own or to incorporate new techniques into a manicure

or body massage.
Pre-requisite: None

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £120

 

PATHOLOGY - Level 3

This FHT-approved Level 3 Diploma in Pathology is worth 10 CPD points and covers 72 conditions.

If you are a complementary health/beauty therapist, this is an ideal way expand or refresh your knowledge.

This interactive course is completed online.
Pre-requisite: None

Cost £49.99 
(VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology £398)

PEDICURE

During this training you will be taught how to perform the perfect Pedicure. Covering nail anatomy,

preparation, filing techniques and polishing, paraffin wax and hot oil treatments. 

Pre-requisite: None

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140 (£200 Manicure & Pedicure training combined)
Level 2 NVQ/VRQ £350 (Manicure & Pedicure) (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

 

PREGNANCY MASSAGE 
(Pre Natal Massage)

During this training you will learn how to safely and correctly carry out a pregnancy massage to

enhance health, development and well-being of the expectant mum.

Prerequisite - A massage qualification.
Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140

REFLEXOLOGY
Modern reflexology provides deep relaxation, revitalised energy, stress relief, preventative healthcare

and balance to the systems of the body. You will learn to activate the healing powers of the body using

energy zones that run throughout the body and reflex areas in the feet that correspond to all the major

organs, glands and body parts.  

Prerequisite - Anatomy & Physiology qualification & massage qualification. A&P can be studied alongside

the Reflexology course.
Course requirements: 2 day practical plus home study & case studies.
Cost 
Accredited Diploma £280 
Level 3 NVQ/VRQ £430 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

 

REIKI LEVEL ONE
Join this small group workshop to receive the Reiki Level One Attunement and discover how to

self-heal through the wonderful energy of Reiki.

Pre-requisite: None

Cost £65
  
REIKI LEVEL TWO
This is carried out on a one to one basis and provides you not only with the Reiki Level Two

Attunement but also with training on how to provide healing for others and a two hour assessment.

Pre-requisite: Reiki Level 1

Cost £160

REIKI MASTER
This is carried out on a one to one basis. Receive the Reiki Master level Attunement and teachings

of how to attune other others. To qualify you must have been working as a Reiki Practitioner for at

least 2 years.

Pre-requisite: Reiki Level 2

Cost £250

 

SWEDISH BODY MASSAGE

This course will help you to discover the benefits both physically and emotionally from massage. 

You'll be taught how to provide a skilful full body massage to ease those tired, aching muscles and to

de-stress your client.  
Prerequisite:  An Anatomy & Physiology qualification is recommended, if you are studying the accredited diploma,

 or you can work towards this with our A&P course.
Cost 
Accredited Diploma £160 
Level 3 NVQ/VRQ Diploma £310 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

 

TANNING (COSMETIC)                                                                                                                                                  

Learn how to carry out successful tanning for your clients. The training covers how to exfoliate and apply

a cream tan product providing an even finish for all your clients. (Students are required to bring their own products that they wish to work with.

Pre-requisite: None

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £120

 

TANNING (SPRAY)                                                                                                                                                  

Learn how to carry out successful spray tanning for your clients. The training covers how to apply

a spray tan product providing an even finish for all your clients.

Pre-requisite: None

Cost 
Accredited Diploma £120


TAROT - Intuitive tarot reading Course
For absolute beginners - no experience necessary. Discover how to read the tarot cards for family,

friends or even yourself through this practical 'hands on' training workshop. This workshop is great for

those who attempted to work with the cards but have struggled. You will be providing numerous readings throughout the day ensuring you feel far more confident in your ability to read the cards. If you want to learn to read professionally, then this workshop will provide you with a great foundation to work from.  Training manual and additional course notes are included. Please bring your own set of Rider Waite Tarot  cards to the workshop. (available as a home study course also.)

Pre-requisite: None
Cost £65 for home use only
Cost £140 Professional Diploma Course

THAI FOOT MASSAGE

Thai Foot Massage is a traditional technique and is a unique massage of the lower legs and feet. 

It originated in Thailand over 2000 years ago. It produces a deep and unique feeling of balance,

relaxation and well-being & involves hands on stretching, massage, use of a stick to stimulate reflex

points and follows the Thai energy lines (SEN).
Pre-requisite: None
Cost 
Accredited Diploma £140 
 

THERMAL AURICULAR THERAPY (Hopi Ear Candling)

This is a very popular therapy which provides relief from sinus and ear conditions and combines a

facial massage for relaxation. You will also be taught how to carry out a sinus drainage and facial massage.
Pre-requisite: None
 Cost 
Accredited Diploma £120
Level 2 NVQ/VRQ £270 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

 

THREADING

Threading hair is an ancient method commonly practiced in Eastern countries, like Egypt and India, and is now becoming very popular in the UK. Threading removes the entire hair follicle and can last up to 6 weeks.

Pre-requisite: None

Cost

Accredited Diploma £140

 

WAXING

This training will teach you how to conduct waxing covering all areas of face and body waxing

(including leg waxing, bikini waxing, underarms, facial hair, and eyebrow wax)
Pre-requisite: None Cost 
Accredited Diploma £160
Level 2 NVQ/VRQ £310 (& one off life time VTCT membership £16)

 

 

 

CORRESPONDENCE / HOME STUDY COURSES

 

 

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

This home study/distance learning course provides information to gain an accredited Diploma. The course comprises of twelve individual units followed by a final exam.  Each unit pack comprises of course study notes and a set of questions for you to answer and return for marking.  You will be required to purchase a text book from the recommended reading list as well as researching each unit subject in order to gain the necessary knowledge to answer the questions.  Your question paper can be returned via email for marking and the next unit will then be emailed to you and so on.  There are 12 modules to study on this course.

Cost - Accredited Diploma £120

 

AROMATHERAPY – BLENDING OF ESSENTIAL OILS

For the therapists who are already trained in massage and wish to learn how to select and blend essential oils specifically for their clients needs, then this is the training course for you.  A massage qualification is required to enrol on this course or any therapy in which you wish to incorporate the use of the oils on your clients with.

This course is carried out as a home study course and can be started at anytime.

There are 6 modules within this course followed by a question paper for each module, to include health & safety, hygiene, client care, communications, anatomy & physiology, benefits, about the therapy, treatment plans & case studies.

Cost – Accredited Diploma £120

 

BABY REFLEXOLOGY

Baby Reflexology is a gentle bonding experience that parents can pass onto their infant.  This course will show you how to instruct parents to safely apply a gentle reflexology treatment on their infant to aid common ailments and promote calm, relaxation as well as improving sleep patterns.  A reflexology qualification is required to enrol on this course as well as an understanding of Anatomy and Physiology.

There are 6 modules within this course followed by a question paper for each module, to include health & safety, hygiene, client care, communications, anatomy & physiology, benefits, about the therapy, treatment plans & case studies.

Cost – Accredited Diploma £120

 

COLOUR THERAPY

The impact of colour on the mood is widely recognised nowadays and Colour Therapy is the use of colour and its vibrational frequencies to  correct energy imbalances and disharmonies within the body.  It can also be used as a preventative to avoid possible imbalances.

There are 6 modules within this course followed by a question paper for each module, to include health & safety, hygiene, client care, communications, anatomy & physiology, benefits, about the therapy, treatment plans & case studies.

Cost – Accredited Diploma £120

 

 

 

 

 

 

CRYSTAL THERAPY

Learn the amazing healing powers of the crystals. During this course you will be taught how to carry out a chakra balancing routine to re-balance and promote wellbeing to your clients as well as an introduction to healing grids.

There are 6 modules within this course followed by a question paper for each module, to include health & safety, hygiene, client care, communications, anatomy & physiology, benefits, about the therapy, treatment plans & case studies.

Cost – Accredited Diploma £120

 

 

HAND REFLEXOLOGY

Hand Reflexology is a wonderfully relaxing experience.  The hands have Reflex points which map and reflect the entire body. When these points are massaged, using specific techniques, they release blocked energy and bring the body to good health. Hand Reflexology harmonises all the body's functions, helping to improve blood and nerve supply and release toxins.

Stress and tension are relieved and the mind and emotions are calmed. Hand Reflexology is ideal for preventing dis-ease and maintaining and extending optimum health. It can be used for self-treatment, or where foot Reflexology is not appropriate.

There are 6 modules within this course followed by a question paper for each module, to include health & safety, hygiene, client care, communications, anatomy & physiology, benefits, about the therapy, treatment plans & case studies.

Cost – Accredited Diploma £120

 

HOLISTIC NUTRITIONAL THERAPY

This course covers the Holistic and scientific approach to Nutrition  and provides a good base to enhance other Holistic Therapies and promote good health and well-being of the client.

There are 6 modules within this course followed by a question paper for each module, to include health & safety, hygiene, client care, communications, anatomy & physiology, benefits, about the therapy, treatment plans & case studies.

Cost – Accredited Diploma £120

 

WEIGHT LOSS THERAPY

This course will teach you techniques to assist your clients with their core issues that are preventing them from losing weight in the past.  It uses a combination of EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to eliminate emotional issues.  EFT, also known as ‘The Tapping Therapy’ works by tapping on meridians to remove blockages and promote the flow of energy running through the body; this can help with both emotional and physical blockages and ailments.  Cognitive Behavioural Therapy assesses the way that your client thinks, behaves, perceives, acts and reacts.  It then work to unlock and release the potential within the client, to bring about 'major positive improvements' and changes  by focusing upon issues and offering more balanced and focused ways of looking at, addressing and handling such matters, to assist in weight loss.

There are 6 modules within this course followed by a question paper for each module, to include health & safety, hygiene, client care, communications, anatomy & physiology, benefits, about the therapy, treatment plans & case studies.

Cost – Accredited Diploma £120

 

 

 

Need a kit to get you started?

 

Our Swindon training room is located within Monarch Hair & Beauty Wholesalers, South Marston Park!  We can offer student kits and a range of beauty products at additional costs.  Please ask for details

 

Course Format


To keep things simple, all our courses are arranged around the same format & procedure:

* Select the course(s) you would like to study.

* Decide whether you would like to study towards an accredited diploma or NVQ / VRQ qualification.

* Complete an enrolment form (available to download on our website, or telephone/email us to request one.)

* Pay for the course - 50% deposit required at time of booking, final 50% due no later than 14 days before the training date commences (full payment is required for all correspondence courses & also for special offers.) We accept payments by cash, cheque, postal order, debit/credit card & paypal.

* Once your deposit payment/full payment has been received (cleared funds) our training material will be emailed to you - this will include a training manual, question paper, directions to the training venue, as well as further info.

* Study the training manual at home.

* Complete the question paper and submit to us for marking via email or post.(ideally this should be done before attending the practical training, so we know you have an underpinning theory knowledge of the therapy)

* Carry out further reading on the subject using text books from our recommended reading lists as well as researching on the internet (this should be an ongoing process for you throughout the whole training process as well as after you have qualified - you can never have enough information, and it is always important to keep up to date with the latest in the industry :-) )

*The final balance of the course is payable no later than 14 days prior to the practical training day, so payment would need to be made if not already paid in advance.

* Attend the practical training day(s). There are usually 1 or 2 practical training days (as well as interim and formal assessment days if you are studying towards an NVQ/VRQ).

 

 

THEN:  If studying towards Accredited Diploma

* Carry out your Case studies and submit them for marking. The number of case studies varies per course, and you will be given a full case study pack and all the details with your training material.

* Once you have successfully completed the practical training, question paper and case studies you will then be qualified and will be sent your accredited diploma certificate.  You will be able to obtain insurance and work professionally using your new skills.

OR, If studying towards NVQ/VRQ Qualification


* Build a portfolio - This will contain evidence of your knowledge in the subject and you will have tasks to complete to demonstrate your knowledge.  You will be given an assessment booklet from the VTCT which you will use to build your portfolio.

* Carry out your case studies - The required number of case studies are outlined in you assessment booklet and you will need to cover a range of criteria in order to complete the required number of case studies.

* Attend an interim assessment session, so you can brush up on your practical skills and we can check your progress. We can also check the progress of your portfolio.

* Submit your portfolio (incl case studies) for marking.

* Attend a formal assessment which will include a written paper and a practical exam.

* On successful completion, you will be qualified and will be awarded an NVQ / VRQ qualification by the VTCT.  

OR, If studying a correspondence course

·         You will receive one module and a question paper at a time for you to study and complete the questions.

·         Submit your question paper for marking.

·         Once you have successfully completed the question paper, you will be emailed your next module.

·         On successful completion of all modules, you will be awarded your qualification, which will be sent to you in the post.

 

N.B. FOR ALL COURSES: 

We aim to mark all your course work quickly, but we do experience high volumes of coursework being submitted at times, so please allow up to 7 days to receive our feedback on your work.

It is the student’s responsibility to check with their insurance company that they will endorse their qualifications BEFORE they enrol on the course & to decide whether to take the accredited diploma or the NVQ / VRQ option. Some insurer’s / employers / membership organisations may insist on an NVQ/VRQ qualification.

 

Full terms & conditions are available on our website

www.holistictherapiestraining.co.uk


Notes: 

All training involves hands on learning.  You must be prepared to give and receive the treatment during practical training and/or you may be required to bring a model along to train on. 

Our Professional Diplomas are accredited by:
   The CMA (The Complementary Medical Association), Professional Beauty, Associated Beauty Therapists & The Guild of Beauty & Holistic Therapists.

 Our NVQ / VRQ Qualifications are awarded by the VTCT (Vocational Training & Charitable Trust.

Holistic Therapies Training is an approved and accredited training provider.  The courses provided enable therapists to practice their skill professionally and obtain insurance.  


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