Holistic Beauty Therapist (Level 4)

This innovative holistic beauty therapy course has been specifically designed for the therapist who wishes to have the complete training in Beauty treatments which include, massage, aromatherapy, diet and nutrition and reflexology.

Module 1 – Basic Anatomy and Physiology
Identify and explain 5 systems of the body in detail

Module 2 - Human Energy Field
Identify the subtle bodies and give a brief outline of each
Describe the structure of the chakra system and discuss its psychodynamic functioning

Module 3 - Human Anatomy
Describe the cell nucleus and its parts
Summarise the life cycle of a cell
Examine the general characteristics of connective tissue

Module 4 - Vitamins
Define the General Adaptation Syndrome
Summarise the vitamins discussed in this unit

Module 5 - Minerals
Identify the macro minerals discussed in this unit and explain their uses

Module 6 - Massage and Client Histories
Examine the contra-indications to aromatherapy massage treatments
Explain the process of “Centring Yourself”
List 5 oils and explain their beneficial properties

Module 7 - Massage
Summarise the thumb pressing, finger tip pressure and heel of hand pressure procedures discussed in this unit

Module 8 - Aromatherapy Oils
Examine the characteristics of essential oils
Describe the distillation processes mentioned in this unit
Examine the mixing procedure of essential oils, highlighting the utensils needed
Identify the classification standards of carrier oils

Module 9 - Aromatherapy Oils
List 10 conditions mentioned in this unit and identify the oils suitable for each

Module 10 - Case Histories and Aromatherapy
Identify and explain the various types of movements involved in Swedish Massage

Module 11 - Zones of the Body
List the zones and identify their “paths”
Summarise the reflexes of the systems discussed in this unit

Module 12 - Initial Client Contact
Explain the procedures involved in the following: initial client contact, taking a case history and treatment facilities
Describe the two relaxation techniques: sitting up and lying down

Module 13 - The Treatment Process
Describe the treatment process and how it should commence
Summarise the spinal column and thyroid gland links to reflex areas
Describe the situations and conditions that need to be kept in mind when giving a treatment

Module 14 - Definition of Counselling
Explain the words discussed in the counselling vocabulary
Identify the tools in a Counsellor’s Repertoire and determine the roles they play

Module 15 - The Counselling Relationship
Differentiate between good and bad counsellors
Discuss the characteristics of self-motivation

Module 16 - Health and Safety
List the contra-indications for massage
Identify five oils that would fall under the following headings: Hazardous, Toxic, Skin Irritations and Sensitisation

Module 17 - Environmental Factors
Describe how genetics and the environment plays a role in dictating general health

Module 18 - Personal Hygiene
Identify and discuss the various bath treatments mentioned in this unit
Describe the functions of Eccrine and Apocrine sweat glands

Module 19 - The Skin
Define the characteristics of the four skin types
Summarise the beneficial treatments that aid in maintaining a healthy skin

Module 20 - Skin Care
Explain the skin care routine process that should be followed at night and the benefits thereof
Discuss the stages involved in a facial treatment

Module 21 - Hand and Feet Care
Describe the abuse that hands and feet are subjected to and explain the protection procedures necessary
Using illustrations show the different parts of the nail
Explain the steps of a manicure procedure

Module 22 - Hair Structures
Identify the 3 layers that make up a hair and differentiate between chemical and mechanical damage

Module 23 - Face Shaping
Describe the aspects of the face shapes discussed in this unit

Module 24 - Wrinkle Formation
Define the term Free Radicals and discuss how they influence the skin structure
List the foods that contribute to a healthy lifestyle and identify their functions
Summarise the benefits of the Vitamins discussed in this unit

Module 25 - Massage Hands and Arms
List the benefits of massage treatments
Discuss the steps involved in a foot and leg massage

Module 26 - Hair
Summarise the main hair removal treatments used today

Module 27 - Sterilisation Methods
List the various sterilisation methods used in beauty salons

Module 28 - Stress
Define stress and summarise the physical, emotional, mental and behavioural effects is has on people
Differentiate between Type A and Type B personality patterns

Module 29 - Stress
Define stress and discuss the steps involved in minimizing it
Summarise the do’s and don’ts of time management

Module 30 - Destressing with Aromatherapy
Discuss the beneficial effects of massage
Discuss how self massage would be carried out
Identify and explain the stages of stress

Module 31 - Setting Up A Practice
Examine the logistics involved in setting up a practice