Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage

Overview

Course Description

The foundation course for complementary therapy. The course provides students with a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology of the body so that they have a complete knowledge of the structure and functions of each area on which they are working. The course includes holistic massage incorporating the classical movements treating the whole body.

The main aim of the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage is to enable candidates to provide treatments for the purposes of relaxation and stress release and to provide skills at Level 3 in the National Qualification Framework for those interested in the Complementary Therapy/Care industry.

Course Objectives

The VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma for Holistic Massage comprises of ITEC units:

iUBT435 Anatomy and Physiology
iUBT432 Holistic Massage
iUBT434 Professional Conduct and Business Awareness

Course Outline

iUBT435 Anatomy and Physiology
These units are aimed at providing students in understanding the functions of the skeletal system, the structure of bone tissues, position of the bones, possible causes of postural deformities, diseases and disorders of the skeletal system. The units also looks at the structure and function of muscular system, various attachments of muscles and understand the terms in relation to the muscular contraction and lactic acid, the functions of the skin and the types of the skin disorders and diseases.

iUBT432 Holistic Massage
This unit aims at providing students the knowledge of consultation, the importance of massage, common ailments and contraindications to massage and understand the correct hygiene procedures. This unit also enables students to understand the methodologies on dealing with First Aid emergencies, the possible reactions to treatment, selection of the appropriate medium for the treatment and demonstrate the classical massage movements and their physiological and psychological effects.

iUBT434 Professional Conduct and Business Awareness
This unit aims to provide understanding on maintaining a professional working relationship with other students/therapists, understanding on the impact of advertising, the necessity of having professional indemnity insurance, ensuring strict client confidentiality of clients and understanding the need for client’s consent. The unit is also aimed at demonstrating how to put client into the recovery position, supervise an evacuation in case of a fire alarm, carry out basic safety checks for electrical equipment and to promote the appropriate body language at all times.

Training Hours

Classroom Duration – 250 Hours

Duration of Course

Full-Time – 2.5 Months x 5 Days Per Week x 5 Hours Per Day

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Student Ratio

The student-teacher ratio per class is 12:1

Course Commencement Date

Courses will commence on every 1^st and 15^th of every month.

Certificate Conferring Body

Upon completion of the course, students will be awarded the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage by International Therapy Examination Council (ITEC).

Opportunities for Further Education/Career Pathway

Students can look forward to servicing in these industries:

Hotels/Resorts
Service Industry
Cruise Liners
Spas

Notes

Graduates progression pathway is subject to the respective Institutions’ entry requirements at the point of application.
Foreigner’s application for jobs in Singapore is subject to the approval from the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore (MOM). MDI DOES NOT GUARANTEE any success rate of approval.

Entry Requirements

It is recommended that Candidates hold at least 5 GCSEs at grades A* to C or equivalent are recommended, but this is not essential. This is at the discretion of MDI and adult returners’ experience will be considered.

Learners who wish to undertake this qualification must also achieve the VTCT (ITEC) Level 2 Award in Infection Prevention (COVID-19) for Beauty Therapy and Nail Services qualification or a regulated equivalent.

Other than the mentioned pre-requisites, the students should also have the following:

Students must be able to read and write in English or Chinese. Other cases will be considered on a case-to-case basis
Students should be of a minimum of 16 years of age to be eligible for the courses
For foreign students, relevant passes are required

Students who do not meet the minimum entry requirement will be required to undergo an entrance test at MDI.

Graduation Requirement

Students are required to meet the following criteria in order to graduate and obtain their relevant certificates:

Candidates must complete all modules with at least 75% (90% for International students) in attendance for each module to qualify for a full diploma.
Evidence of treatments is graded as either a Pass or Fail.
If a candidate is unsuccessful in any area, they will be expected to re-sit only the unit where they have not achieved a pass grade, to which they will be referred. Referrals should be completed within one year of the original examination provided that re-sits are attempted at least once every three months.

Examination

At the end of the course, you can register to sit for ITEC Examination. Upon passing both the practical and theory examinations, you will receive the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage by ITEC.

Manner of Assessment

Awards will be awarded by ITEC based on the student results.

ITEC Unit Number	Mandatory Units	Proposed Assessment Method	Grading
iUBT435	Anatomy & Physiology	MCQ	Pass 50% – 74% Merit 75% – 89% Distinction 90% – 100%
iUBT432	Holistic Massage	Practical Examination	Pass 60% – 74% Merit 75% – 89% Distinction 90% – 100%
		Case Studies 5 clients x 4 treatments (20 treatments)	Pass or refer
		MCQ	Pass 60% – 74% Merit 75% – 89% Distinction 90% – 100%
iUBT434	Professional Conduct and Business Awareness	MCQ	Pass 60% – 74% Merit 75% – 89% Distinction 90% – 100%

Expected Examination Results Release Date

Not more than 3 months after the final assessment.

Course Fees

For SDF	For Non-SDF and Non Student Pass Applicants
Course Fees – S$2200* Exam Fees – S$300 (Optional)~ Course Material Fees – S$250^	Course Fees – S$2200* Exam Fees – S$300 (Optional)~ Course Material Fees – S$250^

*The payment of Course Fees are to be made upon commencement of the first day of course.

~ Exam Fees payment is to be made upon commencement of the first day of course and applies only to students that wants to sit for the ITEC examinations.

^ Payment of Course Material Fees is to be made upon commencement of the first day of course.

Fees paid include complimentary Uniform, Fee Protection Scheme and Medical Insurance. Instalment payment schedule is not applicable to student pass holders.

Payment Schedule

For SDF

1st Payment – S$440 (For 80% Funding)
1st Payment – S$220 (For 90% Funding)

The first payment of Course Fees are to be made upon commencement of the first day of course stated in the Student Contract.

For Non-SDF and Non Student Pass Applicants

1st Payment – S$1100
2nd Payment –S$1100

The first payment of Course Fees are to be made upon commencement of the first day of course and the subsequent payment of Course Fees are to be made 1 week before scheduled instalment due date stated in the Student Contract.

Payment Mode

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