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Indian head massage 1-day accredited training course - BIDEFORD VENUE

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Bideford, Devon:


Sept '26 - Wed 30th


Also available in Plymouth, Devon

DATES  ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE
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Course Overview

Learn Indian Head Massage in Just One Day

Looking for a practical Indian Head Massage course that can give you a new treatment to offer without committing to a longer massage qualification?

Our 1-Day Accredited Indian Head Massage Course combines practical, hands-on training with supporting online learning and case studies.

You'll learn a complete seated Indian Head Massage routine covering the upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp and face, alongside consultation, contraindications, treatment adaptations and aftercare.

The course is suitable for complete beginners with no previous massage qualification, as well as massage therapists, beauty therapists, holistic therapists and hair professionals looking to expand their existing skills.

Who Is This Indian Head Massage Course For?
This accredited course is ideal for:

• Complete beginners interested in massage and holistic therapies
• Massage therapists wanting to add Indian Head Massage to their treatment menu
• Beauty and holistic therapists looking to expand their skills
• Self-employed therapists wanting an additional treatment to offer clients
• Mobile therapists looking for a treatment requiring minimal equipment
• Hairdressers and hair professionals wanting to introduce an additional relaxation service
• Therapists interested in offering seated massage in different environments

No previous massage qualification is required to enrol.

What You Will Learn
During your Indian Head Massage training, you'll learn the theory and practical skills required to carry out a complete treatment safely and confidently.

You'll cover:
📌 The history and principles of Indian Head Massage
📌 Benefits and effects of the treatment
📌 Client consultation
📌 Contraindications and precautions
📌 Adapting treatments for individual client needs
📌 Client positioning and therapist posture
📌 Massage techniques for the upper back and shoulders
📌 Neck massage techniques
📌 Scalp and head massage techniques
📌 Facial massage techniques
📌 Working in a seated position
📌 Working with or without oils
📌 Completing a full Indian Head Massage treatment sequence
📌 Appropriate client aftercare

Why Learn Indian Head Massage?
Indian Head Massage is a versatile treatment that can work particularly well for therapists wanting to expand their services without introducing lots of additional equipment.

Add Another Treatment to Your Menu
Already working in massage, beauty or holistic therapy?
Indian Head Massage can complement your existing services and give clients another treatment option.

Start Your Holistic Therapy Journey
You don't need an existing massage qualification to take this course.
If you've been considering training in complementary or holistic therapies but aren't ready to commit to a larger qualification, an accredited Indian Head Massage course can be a great place to begin.

Offer a Treatment With Minimal Equipment
Indian Head Massage is traditionally performed with the client seated and can be carried out with or without oils.
This makes it a flexible treatment for therapists working from a salon, treatment room or mobile setting.

Expand Beyond Traditional Massage Treatments
The treatment focuses on the upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp and face rather than requiring a full-body massage setup.
For existing massage therapists, this provides another way to diversify your treatment menu.

Course Benefits
By completing your Indian Head Massage training, you will:
✨ Learn a complete Indian Head Massage treatment sequence
✨ Gain practical hands-on massage experience
✨ Develop consultation and client-care skills
✨ Understand relevant contraindications and precautions
✨ Learn how to adapt the treatment for individual clients
✨ Practise working on the upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp and face
✨ Learn to perform the treatment in a seated position
✨ Gain an additional treatment skill in a relatively short period of time
✨ Receive an accredited certificate following successful completion of all course requirements

Practical, Hands-On Indian Head Massage Training
Massage is a practical skill, which is why hands-on learning forms an important part of this course.
During your training day, your tutor will demonstrate the Indian Head Massage techniques and treatment sequence before giving you the opportunity to practise.
You'll work through the different treatment areas and learn how to bring the individual techniques together into a complete, flowing routine.
The aim isn't simply to memorise a sequence.
We want you to understand what you're doing, why you're doing it and how to adapt your treatment to the client in front of you.

How Does the Indian Head Massage Course Work?
Your course combines several elements:

1-Day In-Person Practical Training
Attend your practical Indian Head Massage training with your tutor.

Online Self-Study Learning
Complete the supporting theory required for your course.

Tutor Demonstration & Practical Training
Watch the treatment techniques demonstrated before practising them yourself.

Full Treatment Practice
Develop your confidence putting the individual techniques together into a complete Indian Head Massage routine.

Case Studies
Complete the required case study work following your practical training.

Accredited Certification
Once you have successfully completed all course requirements, you'll receive your accredited Indian Head Massage certificate.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
💬 “Do I Need Massage Experience to Take an Indian Head Massage Course?”
✅ No. Our Indian Head Massage Course is suitable for complete beginners, and you do not need a previous massage qualification to enrol.
It is also suitable for existing massage, beauty and holistic therapists looking to add another treatment to their services.
💬 “Can I Offer Indian Head Massage Professionally After This Course?”
✅ On successful completion of all course requirements, you'll receive an accredited Indian Head Massage certificate.
If you intend to offer the treatment professionally, always check that the course meets the requirements of your chosen insurance provider before booking and obtain appropriate professional insurance before treating paying clients.
💬 “Is Indian Head Massage a Full-Body Massage?”
✅ No. Indian Head Massage primarily focuses on the upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp, head and face, with the client in a seated position.

💬 "Is Indian Head Massage Performed With Oils?"
✅ It can be performed with or without oils, depending on the treatment and client.
You'll explore this as part of your training.

💬 "Do I Need to Bring Equipment?"
✅ Indian Head Massage requires relatively little equipment compared with many other massage treatments. Full information about anything you'll need for your training will be provided before attending.

💬 "Is There Any Work to Complete After the Training Day?"
✅ Yes. This course combines your 1-day practical training with online learning and required case study work.
Your certificate is issued once all required elements have been successfully completed.

A Flexible Treatment for Your Therapy Business
Indian Head Massage can be a particularly useful addition for therapists because of its versatility.
It can complement existing massage, beauty and holistic therapy services, while the seated treatment format means it doesn't require the same setup as many full-body massage treatments.
For new therapists, it can also provide an accessible introduction to practical massage skills before potentially progressing into further complementary therapy or massage training.
Learn Indian Head Massage

If you're looking for an accredited Indian Head Massage course in Devon or Cornwall, our practical training is available in Bideford, North Devon; Plymouth Devon or St Austell, Cornwall.

Whether you're completely new to holistic therapies or you're an established therapist looking to expand your treatment menu, you'll receive practical training and supporting learning designed to help you develop your skills and confidence.

Ready to learn Indian Head Massage?

View our upcoming Indian Head Massage training dates in Bideford, North Devon and book your place.

Course information

Pre-requisite / Entry level:
None, however,
a massage qualification is recommended
Course format:
1 day practical + online learning modules + case studies (3 treatments)
Attendance:
1 day practical
Accrediting body:
IPHM - International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine
ABT - Associated Beauty Therapists
PBD - Professional beauty direct
The CMA - Complementary Medical Association
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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