Courses

Swedish & Holistic Massage Diploma

This massage course will teach you how to treat a person as a whole treating the ‘mind, body and spirit’. Through specific massage techniques with the aspects of touch right through to the use of major massage strokes.

The diploma will introduce you to the world of Swedish and Holistic massage and also includes training in Anatomy, Physiology and pathology. Upon completion you will be able to call yourself ‘A Holistic Massage Therapist’.

It gives you the foundation allowing you to further advance your massage skills. For those who are already qualified in Anatomy & Physiology, you are able to study the Massage course as a stand-alone subject.

  • The benefits of massage and its contraindications
  • The principles and theory of Holistic Therapeutic Body Massage
  • Supervised hands on practical massage training
  • Guidance & instruction on a sequenced full body massage routine
  • Suitable application of massage techniques
  • The importance of body posture
  • Choice and use of different massage mediums
  • Development of a holistic approach
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Forms of Marketing and how to get yourself noticed
  • Safe practice
  • Professional Ethics
  • Health & Safety related to clinical practice

The successful completion of the course will enable you to:

  • Treat clients holistically with body massage
  • Open your own private practice
  • Become a mobile therapist
  • Supplement your full time income
  • Work in a health club, spa, physiotherapist and many more
  • Use the title “Holistic Massage Therapist”

Deep Tissue Massage Certificate

This Deep Tissue Massage course is offered to any individuals who have had prior training in Body Massage.

​Deep Tissue Massage involves the application of specific techniques and pressures to manipulate change to specific tissue layers of the body. It is a versatile form of treatment providing a means of delivering a more effective form of therapy.

The diploma will introduce you to the world of Swedish and Holistic massage and also includes training in Anatomy, Physiology and pathology. Upon completion you will be able to call yourself ‘A Holistic Massage Therapist’.

It gives you the foundation allowing you to further advance your massage skills. For those who are already qualified in Anatomy & Physiology, you are able to study the Massage course as a stand-alone subject.

  • Surface anatomy of the body
  • Theory of Deep Tissue Massage
  • Practice of Deep tissue Massage
  • Effective Practitioner Posture for Deep Tissue Massage
  • Refined Soft Tissue Technique
  • How to treat nodules
  • How to apply Neuromuscular Technique (NMT)

The successful completion of the course will enable you to:

  • Refine their current practice and treat clients more effectively
  • Offer a newer type of massage treatment
  • Treat clients using advanced massage techniques
  • Work in Health Clubs, Hotels, Ski Resorts
  • Set up their own business
  • Set up a mobile, home service
  • Supplement their full time income by working part time
  • Use the title “Deep Tissue Massage Therapist”

Lymphatic Drainage Massage Certificate

This certificate in Lymphatic Drainage Massage involves the application of specific light techniques which assist in the movement of lymph, thereby assisting in the decongestion of the lymphatic and circulatory systems.

​The Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage taught at Karmina provides training in the theory and practice of this gentle but highly effective form of massage and develops on from the Swedish and Holistic Massage Diploma.

This course is intended to give therapists a wider understanding in the therapeutic treatment of patients where the immune system has been compromised. The techniques can be used in conjunction with many other therapies and the course will explore the many other methods in which this can be incorporated.

 

This course will systematically guide the student through the theory and practice required to treat the whole body and allow the smooth and effective integration of Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage techniques.

  • Structure and function of the lymphatic system including lymphocytes, lymph tissue, lymph vessels, lymph nodes, ducts, capillaries, spleen
  • Main lymph nodes of the body
  • Overview of the blood vessels of head and neck
  • Relationship between blood and lymph
  • History of Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
  • Contraindication to Manual Lymphatic Draining Massage
  • Demonstration and Practice of manual lymphatic drainage massage techniques.

The successful completion of the course will enable you to:

  • Successfully treat clients to improve their lymphatic system
  • Set up their own business
  • Set up a mobile, home service
  • Work in Health Clubs, spas, massage centers, physiotherapists or clinics
  • Supplement their full time income by working part time
  • Use the title “Lymphatic Massage Therapist”

Cellulite Massage Certificate

Anti-Cellulite Massage is a specialized massage concentrating mainly on the area where cellulite, or ‘orange peel’ skin is most prevalent on the body.

​This course is suitable for practicing massage therapists who want to learn the techniques of breaking down adipose tissue.

​This anti-cellulite massage course is aimed at increasing blood and lymphatic circulation. This will help to dissolve the areas of cellulite, reduce swelling and minimize body fat.

  • Introduction to cellulite and how to treat it
  • Specific cellulite massage techniques
  • Contraindications
  • Dietary advise

The successful completion of the course will enable you to:

  • Treat clients for Cellulite with specialized Anti Cellulite Massage techniques
  • Set up a mobile service
  • Work in Health Clubs, spas, massage centers
  • Supplement their full time income by working part time
  • Use the title “Cellulite Massage Therapist”

Cupping therapy Certificate

Cupping therapy is a form of alternative medicine in which a local suction is created on the skin with the application of heated cups.

  • Introduction to cupping therapy
  • The benefits of cupping therapy
  • Contra Indications
  • The history of cupping
  • Cupping therapy of today
  • Cupping techniques

The successful completion of the course will enable you to:

  • Offer a newer type of treatment
  • Work in Health Clubs, Hotels, Ski Resorts
  • Set up their own business
  • Set up a mobile, home service
  • Supplement their full time income by working part time
  • Use the title “Cupping Therapist”

Indian Head Massage Certificate

This Indian Head Massage course is offered to any individual who wants to practice the traditional art of Indian Head Massage.

The training includes the philosophy and techniques of specific massage movements on the upper back, shoulders, neck and head with the client in a specific seated position.

  • Indian head Massage theory
  • Chakra’s
  • Full Indian Head Massage routine
  • Contraindications to Indian Head Massage treatment
  • Benefits of Indian Head Massage
  • Scalp conditions and related pathology
  • The use of traditional Indian Hair oils
  • Anatomy of the Head and Neck
  • Physiology of the Head and Neck
  • Structure and function of the skin

The successful completion of the course will enable you to:

  • Open your own private practice
  • Become a mobile Indian head massage therapist
  • Supplement your full time income
  • Work in a health club, spa, physiotherapist and many more
  • Treat clients using Indian head Massage.
  • Use the title “Indian Head Massage Therapist”

On-Site Massage Certificate

This On-Site Massage Certificate involves the application of massage techniques whilst the client is sitting on a chair or leaning on a specific On Site Massage chair. It relaxes the mind and body and is extremely useful in relieving stress, tension and mental fatigue.

It is offered for professional masseurs as it builds on existing massage skills.

  • Theory and Practice of Onsite Massage
  • History of Chair Massage
  • Specific Anatomy & Physiology
  • On-Site massage sequence
  • Contraindications to Onsite Massage
  • Professional Posture and Client care
  • Home care and aftercare advice

The successful completion of the course will enable you to:

  • Treat clients using On-Site Massage techniques
  • Offer On Site Massage to office employees
  • Set up a mobile service
  • Work in Health Clubs, spas, massage centers
  • Supplement their full time income by working part time
  • Use the title “On-Site Massage Therapist

Reflexology Certificate

This Reflexology course involves the application of pressure on the reflex zones of the feet and hands to produce an ongoing effect on the respective areas of the body.

With its roots in traditional medicine and evidence dating back to Egypt, 3000 years BC, Reflexology has evolved into a modern, systemized form of treatment which not only combines the reflex points on the feet but also includes “Zone Therapy” which divides each foot into 5 zones.

It is offered for professional masseurs as it builds on existing massage skills.

Reflexology treatment is carried out with the client comfortably clothed and only removes shoes and socks.

  • History, theory and philosophy of Reflexology
  • Reflexology techniques
  • External reading of the feet
  • Interpretation of Reflexes
  • Zones and their relation to organs and functions
  • Referral areas/ cross references
  • The Holistic approach
  • Contraindications to Reflexology
  • Introduction to Hand Reflexology
  • Client reactions – during and in between treatments
  • Consultations and record keeping
  • Home care advice

The successful completion of the course will enable you to:

  • Treat clients using Reflexology techniques
  • Set up a mobile service
  • Work in Health Clubs, spas, massage centers
  • Supplement their full time income by working part time
  • Use the title “Reflexology Therapist”

Aromatherapy Diploma

This Aromatherapy diploma covers a full body massage technique with the use of specialized therapeutic essential oils. These specific essential oils and carrier oils will be used to prepare personalized treatment blends for the individual needs.

  • History & development of Aromatherapy
  • Physiological therapeutic effects of essential oils & aromatherapy
  • Exploration of some living plants from which aromatherapy oils are made from
  • Carrier oils
  • In depth knowledge of essential oils
  • Use, care and storage of essential oils
  • How to blend Aromatherapy oils to suit a client
  • Holistic approach to a full face and body massage routine
  • The holistic approach – treating the whole person
  • Contraindications to Aromatherapy Massage
  • Basic knowledge and recognition of skin types
  • Professionalism, Ethics and Hygiene

The successful completion of the course will enable you to:

  • Open your own private practice
  • Become a mobile Aromatherapist
  • Supplement your full time income
  • Work in a health club, spa, physiotherapist and many more
  • Treat clients using Indian head Massage.
  • Use the title “Aromatherapist”

Facial Rejuvenation Certificate

This Face Lift Massage certificate is offered to any individuals who have had any previous training in Face Massage.

​The specific techniques leave the face feeling fresh, toned, plumed and uplifted.

  • Anatomy & physiology of the skin
  • Facial skin preparation
  • Benefits of Face lift massage
  • Contraindication to facial massage
  • Provide a routine with multiple styles of application including:
    – Facial Zone Therapy
    – Muscle Manipulation
    – Lymphatic drainage of the face
    – Cold stone application

The successful completion of the course will enable you to:

  • Offer the 100% natural face rejuvenation technique
  • Treat clients using advanced massage techniques
  • Work in Health Clubs, Hotels, Ski Resorts
  • Set up their own business
  • Set up a mobile, home service
  • Supplement their full time income by working part time
  • Use the title “Face Rejuvenation Massage Therapist”

Hot Stone Massage Certificate

This Hot Stone Massage course is offered to any individual who has had previous training in Body Massage.

Hot Stone Massage involves the application of warm, heated stones on certain parts of the body as well as the use of the stones in the massage treatment. It benefits in relaxing tissues, loosening and easing tension and pain and aiding the circulatory system.

  • Theory of Hot & Cold Stone Massage
  • Different types of Hot & Cold stones
  • Positioning of the specific stones
  • Chakras
  • Hot & Cold Stone massage technique
  • How to care for the stones
  • Contraindications

The successful completion of the course will enable you to:

  • Treat clients using Hot Stone Massage techniques
  • Set up a mobile service
  • Work in Health Clubs, spas, massage centers
  • Supplement their full time income by working part time
  • Use the title “Hot Stone Massage Therapist”
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