Indian head massage
online course

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Course Overview
Learn how to deliver a calming and effective Indian Head Massage in this online course. This online accredited course is perfect for therapists looking to expand their skills and for beginners who want to explore holistic therapy. You’ll gain invaluable knowledge and gain skills ready to treat clients immediately.

Who is this course for?
✔ Beauty or massage therapists wanting to expand their service menu
✔ Beginners interested in holistic therapies (no prior qualifications are required)
✔ Self-employed therapists looking for a quick, effective treatment to offer
✔ Hairdressers wanting to bring extra relaxation to their clients

What You Will Learn
📌 A full Indian Head Massage sequence (upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp, face) in a seated position - Video demonstration provided as well as downloadable routine notes.
📌 Client consultation and aftercare
📌 History and benefits of Indian Head Massage
📌 Contraindications and adapting for client needs
📌 Working seated (with or without oils)

Course Benefits
✨ Learn online — practical and focused
✨ Fully accredited and insurable treatment
✨ Ideal for mobile, salon, events or corporate use
✨ Add a popular holistic therapy to your services
✨ Light on the body — no heavy lifting or full-body work

How This Course Will Benefit You
🚫 Not sure how to add value to your treatments? → Indian Head Massage is a luxurious add-on that’s always in demand
🚫 Struggling with the physical side of massage? → This is seated and can be a gentle massage treatment
🚫 Need to build confidence? → You’ll leave feeling fully capable to offer this service

Why Should You Book This Course?
💖 You’ll gain a beautiful, calming skill you can use for life
💖 It’s quick to learn and highly effective for client stress relief
💖 You'll be able to offer it professionally once completed or just on family and friends if you prefer

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
💬 “Do I need massage experience to take this course?”
✅ No, it’s beginner-friendly and suitable for anyone interested in holistic therapies / complementary therapies.
💬 “Will I be qualified to treat clients after just one day?”
✅ Yes! This course is fully accredited and insurable (always source or check with your insurer before booking any course).
💬 “Is this a full-body massage?”
✅ No — it focuses on upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp and face while seated, not lying down.

How This Course Works
📖 Online self-study learning + case studies
📚 Includes theory, video demo, and routine notes
📜 Accredited and insurable certificate upon completion (always check with your insurer prior to booking the course for peace of mind)

💡 Ready to learn a relaxing, client-loved treatment online?
👉 Enrol now and become qualified in Indian Head Massage.

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Course information

Pre-requisite / Entry level:
None, however,
a massage qualification is recommended
Course format:
online learning modules + case studies (3 treatments - 1 video'd)
Attendance:
No attendance required.
This course is completed via online learning
Accrediting body:
IPHM - International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine
ABT - Associated Beauty Therapists
Career potential:
Massage therapist - employed or self-employed, working in a salon or spa or as a home / mobile therapist
Additional costs:
You will need to purchase your own products and equipment in order to carry out your case studies and practice your skills. i.e., low-backed chair, massage medium (ie grapeseed oil)

Insurance

Please check your insurance companies requirements before enrolling on this course? (It is the students responsibility to check coverage with their insurers BEFORE enrolling on this course)
We recommend you hold student insurance while studying this course to cover you while practicing &/or when carrying out case studies (where applicable).
  • If you already have therapist insurance - You should be able to add this therapy onto your current insurance
    If you do not have therapist insurance - You can take out student insurance while practicing, and top this up to therapist insurance when qualified. You can take out student insurance for around £25 which will cover you for up to 12 months. For more information and aa list of recommended insurers - CLICK HERE

Course Lessons

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Karen Ashton

Your instructor
Karen Ashton, founder of Holistic Therapies Training Academy and also known as 'The Aromatherapy Geek,' combines her business acumen and passion for holistic wellness to create a thriving training academy. With a background in business ownership, office management, and accounting, Karen meticulously crafts courses that meet industry standards for online, accredited, and VTCT programs. Originally established in Swindon, Wiltshire, the academy flourished after Karen moved to Bideford, Devon, in 2011 for a better work-life balance. Today, she mentors aspiring therapists, helping them achieve professional success while balancing their personal lives. Karen is also an author, vlogger, and course writer, currently working on her second publication, and continues to inspire others.
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