Indian Head Massage Training Course
Our Indian Head Massage Course will teach you a specialised massage technique that works on pressure points to stimulate the movement of blood, lymph and oxygen in the upper body. Not only will you learn how to competently perform the treatment, you will also learn the history of this massage medium and the benefits of the treatment, incorporating chakras to restore the body’s natural balance.
What this course covers
- Health, safety & hygiene
- Consultation techniques
- Contraindications
- History and benefits of Indian Head Massage
- Physical effects of the treatment
- Massage mediums
- Massage movements
- Practical tuition on performing Indian Head Massage, massage of the upper back, shoulders, neck, upper arms, scalp and face
- Aftercare advice
Course structure
This course is structured over one day and runs from 10am – 4pm. We ask students to arrive at 9.45am to ensure a prompt start. You will learn the theory of the treatment firstly, and spend the majority of the day practising your practical skills, with a short break for lunch. You will give and receive treatments as part of this course.
Starter Kits
We do not include any kits within our training courses, however we provide all products and tools required to complete the practical training on the day, at the training centre for you to use. We took this approach following student feedback so that students are not tied into specific kits or brands of products as part of their course fee, before they are trained and able to make an informed choice. Our training courses teach the generic treatment techniques and processes, they are not brand specific.
We recommend attending training where you will gain advice about different brands and suppliers to enable you to purchase products from your chosen supplier directly following your training. We do offer selected starter kits available to purchase through our website & supplied directly from the supplier to you by courier.
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Course benefits
The Indian Head Massage treatment concentrates on areas most vulnerable to tension: the scalp; face; upper back; neck and shoulders. These are all areas that are strained day-to-day but rarely receive appropriate attention, causing stress to build in the body. Indian head massages can be carried out using dry hands, oil, floral waters or astringents depending upon the requirements of the client. This particular massage is an ideal treatment for many stress-related problems and can be carried out over clothes if required. During the treatment, chakras or energy centres of the body are worked on restoring harmony and balance and leaving the client feeling revitalized.
Course entry requirements
Our diploma courses are suitable for complete beginners and do not require any prior learning to be able to train with us; many of our students are not yet beauty trained and are looking to start up a business in the industry. We welcome students of all abilities, whether you are looking to learn a new skill from scratch or currently working as a therapist and looking to refresh your knowledge of particular treatments.
It is usually recommended that you have completed some previous training in massage before undertaking this course to enable you to gain most from the training, however this is not essential and can be studied as a standalone course.
All products and tools are provided for the training day at the centre when you attend. No kit is required to complete the training day, nor included in the course fee. On the training day, you only need to bring a hand and bath towel for your personal use, completed enrolment form and cold food for your lunch (e.g. sandwich/salad). Tea & coffee are provided on the day.
What are the tutors like?
We are so proud at The Beauty Academy to work with such a professional, passionate and friendly team of tutors, all of which hold a Level 2 and Level 3 qualification in their specialised sector. Our tutors are also all qualified with either Level 4 PTTLS or equivalent teaching awards in education, with years of experience in beauty-related professional industries. Furthermore, our tutors who are involved in the assessment process all hold an Assessors Award.
We pride ourselves on the welcoming nature of our tutors and their ability to engage, educate and enrich students from all ages and backgrounds. All of our tutors are dedicated to maintaining their knowledge and keeping up to date with the latest treatments and techniques in the ever-changing industry.
Who are the tutors?
If you would like to read more about our fantastic tutors individually, please have a look at our Meet the Tutors page.
What qualification will you receive?
When you have successfully completed your training course(s), you will receive a diploma certificate issued by The Beauty Academy and accredited by ABT. This not only demonstrates your commitment to the training, but also allows you to obtain Public Liability insurance so you can start offering treatments to paying clients from home or mobile.
Additional work required to complete this qualification
Once you have completed your practical training day with us, there is no additional work to be completed. Your diploma certificate will be sent to you within 1-2 working days and you can then begin working from home and/or mobile, once insurance has been obtained.
Insurance details
All courses completed with The Beauty Academy are accredited by ABT allowing you receive a 10% discount off your policy with ABT Insurance when you quote ACADEMY99
The Beauty Academy also offer a discounted insurance scheme with Balens; a Specialist Insurance Brokers aimed at Health and Well-Being Professionals, offering both Therapist and Student Therapist insurance for those who train with us. To learn more about the Balens insurance scheme, please click here.
What will your career opportunities be?
All of our diploma courses enable you to work from both home and mobile offering the specialised treatment(s) that you have completed. You can start earning by offering treatments to paying clients as soon as you have obtained your insurance.
Why choose The Beauty Academy?
We offer high-quality ABT accredited training with experienced tutors, professional equipment and a great atmosphere to train in. Our training centres are well-equipped, within easy reach of public transport and regularly inspected by the awarding body (VTCT) which we provide qualifications through; to ensure we are giving you the best service for your money. We pride ourselves on working with only qualified and industry experienced tutors who are friendly, welcoming and happy to go the extra mile to deliver the very best student experience possible.
All courses are run as smaller groups than most other providers, allowing plenty of opportunity to ask questions or seek further support if required. Our training centres are permanent and exclusive to us and they are always set-up ready to begin your training. All centres have the very latest equipment and products required to adhere to industry standards. We also provide free and unlimited on-going access to our Support Team who are available to answer queries or provide guidance within any aspect of your course with us, contactable on either email or telephone.
Follow-on Advanced Training
Once you have completed your diploma course, you have the opportunity to further your skills by completing additional training. You can complete our other Holistic Body Treatment Courses, which will enhance the services that you can offer your clients as a massage therapist.
You may consider completing a qualification in massage to further your career opportunities within this industry. To learn more about the qualifications that we offer, please click here.
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25 reviews
Ashleigh Wilson – :
I have just completed 2 courses with Donna. Indian head massage and facial skincare. Donna is amazing and is so thorough and passionate about it all. Can’t wait to do another course with her!
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adele.hardy – :
Fabulous 1 day course at Manchester. Karen is a fabulous teacher that goes above & beyond. Only negative was that we were in lockdown restrictions so had to work on mannequins rather than each other – but this is not the academy’s fault. Would recommend 100%
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Madeline Spencer – :
I am studying my level 3 at the beauty academy and have enjoyed every minute so far. I come away from every training day feeling like i have learnt so much. I have had Sheral as a tutor and she have been great. I cant wait to come for my next practical day!
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Olivia – :
I have been so excited to do this course and it did not fail to impress. From the moment I entered the building I was welcomed with a friendly face, lovely smile and I felt in a very secure and safe atmosphere, which to me was so important at this covid thriving time. Karen was brilliant making myself and all the girls feel comfortable , especially as we were all at different levels and from different backgrounds. The space was lovely and the course was brilliant with a perfect mix of theory and practical. I finished the course feeling confident in everything that I had learnt and ready to start advertising the treatment to my clients. Thank you so much to Karen and The Beauty Academy.
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Fiona McKenzie – :
I found our instructor, Michelle, to be extremely knowledgeable and delivered the information in a professional and friendly manner. I look forward to more courses at this Academy.
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Romina – :
Excellent service , Michele was great she explain everything and the practise make it better .
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Natalie Green – :
This was the first time I met Flur and she helped me so much.
She was helpful and answered any questions I had with confidence and reassurance.
I really enjoy doing this treatment and can not wait for my future in massage to start
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Daniel Vernall – :
I can’t praise Rachel enough , she is thorough and makes sure you understand. This is my second course and I’ll be back for more . Thanks again Rachel for your patience and professionalism.
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Sasha Depasquale-Asenek – :
I had a great day learning Indian head massage with Gigi. She’s a wonderful teacher and the day was just great. Really enjoyed it. Thank you
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Sheila Boswell – :
Our Tutor Majella was absolutely amazing. Very informative and knowledgeable she showed me various techniques and was so supportive with her advise. I left very confident after the course because of how supportive and patient she was. Definitely recommend the Beauty Academy and will definitely be back for more if the Tutors are like Majella Thank you
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Stacey Nutt – :
very nice course to do with Claire. She was very informative and made the class fun. She explained everything with detail and helped with any questions we had. Looking forward to hopefully doing more courses in the future
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Lindsay Wilson – :
I recently completed a course in Indian head massage in Reading. I highly recommend this course. I was very nervous to attend but Lisa our tutor was very friendly, professional and very knowledgeable and made me feel very comfortable. Thank you!
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Rose – :
Great course, was welcomed and it had a relaxed atmosphere and completed all the tasks as required. Would definately book with Beauty Academy again
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Gemma – :
I completed this in Manchester with Karen. She was fantastic, really knowledgeable and demonstrated and explained really well. It was a small group which made it even better as she could spend more time with us.
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Suzanne Hanson – :
I’ve had Lisa twice now and Indian Head Massage is the 4th course I’ve done at Reading. I really enjoy the relaxed way they teach and make the learning so enjoyable and confidence building
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Laura – :
Course instructor was Sheral and she was fantastic – really good course – so enjoyed learning about head massage – great location – hope to be back to do other courses
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Kirsty Aiken – :
I really enjoyed my day learning Indian Head Massage. It was a lovely supportive group and our tutor Sheral was truly outstanding. She was very knowledgeable, patient and approachable. She answered all of my (many) questions and was extremely thorough. I am looking forward to learning more. Thanks so much Sheral and The Beauty Academy team.
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Sam Rodbard – :
I was very nervous before attending the course as a complete beginner, never having done anything like this before.
Lisa was fantastic, very welcoming and friendly, she put me at ease, explained everything thoroughly and made it a very enjoyable learning process. All the other girls on the course were all experienced but I was made to feel included and reassured, I would highly recommend this course and would like to thank Lisa. I will be completing more courses in the near future
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Christine Zwierzanski – :
So great to be back at The Beauty Academy. Rachel- you are a brilliant tutor. Leant so much in such a short space of time. Rachel makes it all sink in so quickly and to top it off is so lovely. Looking forward to my Express Massage and Spa Massage courses with her in a couple of weeks’ time.
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Karen Trombetta – :
Such a great and patient tutor ! Covered all basis looked so presentable and taught me so much! Will definitely be coming back to the beauty academy King’s Cross for more training
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Faderera Justine – :
I recently did a Indian head massage course with the beauty academy. The tutor Alexia is very professional and friendly. I really enjoyed the course and I’ve learnt lots of new skills. Personal experience of the whole process has been exceptional, and I found the learning environment perfect. I will definitely do more courses , I highly recommend the beauty academy. Thank you again Alexia for the wonderful job you do.
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Lisa – :
Lorraine was warm, friendly and approachable. She put 6 attendees at ease and the day flew by! The indian head massage routine has lots of elements to remember, so I think practice is needed before charging clients but our final treatments flowed much better than the morning and Lorraine prompted us to keep that flow. I thoroughly enjoyed it and am looking at what other courses to book on to next year! Thanks, Lorraine.
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Mara Lima Antunes – :
Really enjoyed the Indian Head Massage Course, Lorraine was lovely, made you feel at ease. There was six of us taking the training and Lorraine made sure to go through the different stages with us. This was my first massage course and lots of different elements to it, I do believe lots of practice is needed. I have caught the bug now and I am already looking at other courses to take. Really enjoyed it this is not my main profession it is something I am looking to do on the side.
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Tom – :
A really good course – I learned a lot in 1 day, which was relaxed but very informative and I’ve managed to put it to use already. Rachael is a fantastic teacher.
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Justine Mahoney – :
I had the most amazing day with Lorraine at MK learning Indian head massage. The teaching was incredible and Lorraine is patient and knowledgable tutor. A truly spiritual experience. Thank you!
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