Refresher training

Refresh and reignite your therapy skills with our expert-led Bespoke Refresher Training! This course is a personalized refresher program designed for qualified therapists who feel a little rusty and want to boost their confidence. Whether you’re a beauty therapist, massage practitioner, or holistic healer returning to the industry, our one-on-one refresher sessions will help update your techniques to current industry standard.Backed by over 16 years of training excellence at Holistic Therapies Training Academy, this course empowers you to stay ahead in the beauty and holistic industry and step back into practice with renewed expertise.

Who This Course is For

• Qualified therapists needing a confidence boost: Ideal for beauty, massage, or holistic therapists who have the skills but want to regain confidence and polish their techniques.

• Returnees after a break: Professionals coming back to the industry after time away (due to career change, family, etc.) who need a supportive refresher to rebuild their skill levels.

• Career changers/upskillers: Those shifting career direction within therapies or adding new treatment skills, who seek guided practice to ensure they meet current standards.

• Salon or spa owners & teams: Salon owners wishing to upskill their staff in the latest treatments and standards

• Assessment preppers: Therapists preparing for an upcoming practical assessment or exam who want to brush up on techniques beforehand for peace of mind and better performance.
  (If you’re already qualified but feeling out-of-practice or anxious about your skills, this course is for you!)

What’s Covered / Included (Customisable Focus Areas)

Our Bespoke Refresher Training is highly customizable – you choose the focus areas. We offer refresher training in a wide range of treatments across beauty, massage, holistic therapies and sports Therapies Your training plan is tailored to the specific skills you want to update. Depending on your needs, topics can include:

• Massage Therapies: Refresh your technique in Swedish/Holistic massage, Hot Stone massage, Indian Head Massage, Pregnancy massage, or even Sports massage (pre/post-event, deep tissue) Get hands-on practice to ensure your touch, pressure, and body mechanics are on point.

• Beauty Treatments: Update your skills in facials (including advanced facials like dermaplaning, microcurrent, or microdermabrasion), body treatments (body wraps, scrubs, spray tanning), waxing (body or brow), lash and brow treatments (tinting, lash lift, brow lamination), and nail techniques (manicure, pedicure, gel polish, nail art) Learn about the latest products and trends to wow your clients.

• Holistic & Complementary Therapies: Revisit holistic healing modalities such as reflexology (hand, foot, or facial reflexology), aromatherapy blending and massage, crystal therapy, ear candling, or acupressure techniques. Perfect your client consultation skills and reconnect with the therapeutic routines that make these treatments special.

• Advanced/Specialist Skills: If you have advanced qualifications, we can refresh skills like sports injury techniques (taping & strapping, cupping, dry needling) lymphatic drainage massage, or other specialized treatments you’ve learned before. Ensure you’re using current best practices for safety and effectiveness.

• Teaching & Business: For those who are qualified tutors or looking to step into teaching, we even offer refreshers on teaching, assessing, and internal quality assurance skills – or mentorship on salon management and business development for your therapy practice . Strengthen the professional skills that underpin a successful career in therapy.

Not seeing your specific therapy listed? Don’t worry – just ask! If you have a certification in a treatment, we can likely refresh it. This course is all about your needs.

Course Benefits

By enrolling in the Bespoke Refresher Training, you will:

• Regain Confidence: Overcome self-doubt and perform treatments with assurance. This training is perfect for therapists returning to the industry or those who need a skill boost– you’ll finish the course feeling empowered and sure of your abilities.

• Update Your Techniques: Learn the latest trends, techniques, and best practices in your field You’ll align your skills with current industry standards, so you can offer modern, high-quality services that meet client expectations.

• Hands-On Practice with Experts: Enjoy one-on-one practical sessions with our experienced tutors who provide real-time guidance and corrections It’s a safe space to ask questions, make mistakes, and refine your technique under professional supervision.

• Flexible Learning Options: Train in a way that suits your life – choose from in-person refresher days at our academy or live one-to-one online sessions for certain topics We work around your schedule to make re-training convenient.

• Accredited & Recognised Training: Boost your CV and professional credibility. Our refresher course is accredited and counts toward your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) pointsThis means you receive a Certificate of Attendance upon completion, validating your refreshed skills for insurers or employers.

• Ongoing Support: Gain access to ongoing support and guidance from our team even after you complete your refresher. We’re here to answer follow-up questions and help you continue growing. You become part of the Holistic Therapies Training Academy family.

• Career and Business Growth: With improved skills and confidence, you’ll be able to attract more clients and increase your earnings. Offer new or improved services, get better reviews, and watch your therapy career reignite.

How It Works

1. Contact & Custom Plan: Get in touch with us to discuss your needs and goals for the refresher. Tell us which therapies or techniques you want to focus on, and any particular challenges you're facing. Our team will consult with you and then allocate you a tutor who specializes in your chosen area Together, we’ll create a refresher training plan just for you, including scheduling a date(s) that suits your availability.

2. One-to-One Training (or Small Group): On your scheduled day, you’ll receive dedicated one-on-one training at our academy (or via live video call for theory/consultation parts, if arranged). This personalized format means the entire session is focused on practicing your chosen treatments. (Note: If you only need a refresher in one specific treatment, you have the option to join a scheduled class with other students at a reduced price. This group option is great for saving on cost while still getting guided practice.)

3. Prepare Your Credentials: Before the training, we’ll ask you to provide proof of your existing qualifications for any therapy you wish to refresh. This is to ensure you have the foundational knowledge since this is not a beginner course. You’ll also need to have valid therapist insurance or student insurance in place for the practical session (a standard requirement to ensure safety for you and your models/clients during training). Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through this paperwork when you book.

4. Training Day Experience: Arrive (or log in) on your training day ready to learn! The refresher sessions are typically full-day (6 hours) from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, or half-day (4 hours) from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, depending on what you arrange. It’s a hands-on, intensive practice day – you’ll review theory briefly, then spend most of the time performing treatments under your tutor’s guidance. You’ll receive tips, corrections, and new insights to bring your skills up to speed. All necessary products and equipment are provided at our Bideford, Devon training centre, or you’ll be advised in advance if you need to prepare anything for an online session.

5. Post-Training & Certification: By the end of the session, you will have noticeably improved your technique and confidence. Your tutor will debrief with you, highlighting your progress and answering any remaining questions. You’ll receive a Refresher Certificate of Attendance upon completion of your training day. Which you can use for your CPD records or insurance purposes (remember, this refresher doesn’t give a new qualification, but verifies you’ve updated your skills). After training, we remain available for follow-up support – you can reach out to us if you need advice when you start treating clients again. We love to hear how you’re getting on and can point you to further resources or advanced courses if you wish.

(In summary: You discuss your needs, we plan your bespoke training, you refresh your skills with an expert tutor in a flexible format, and you leave with a certificate and renewed confidence. It’s a straightforward, supportive process from start to finish.)

Suggested FAQ Section

Q: Do I need to already be qualified to enroll in this refresher course?
A: Yes. You must hold an existing qualification in each therapy/treatment you want to refresh. This course is designed for qualified therapists to brush up their skills – it does not replace an initial qualification. We will ask for a copy of your certification before your training date (If you’re newly qualified and just want extra practice, you’re welcome too! But if you have no prior qualification in a therapy, please check our beginner courses instead.)

Q: Will I get a new qualification or certificate after completing the refresher?
A: Upon completion, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance for the refresher training day, which confirms you’ve undertaken professional development at tholistictherapiestrainingacademy.learnworlds.com. This is great for your portfolio and insurance/CPD records. However, it’s not a new formal qualification or diploma – it’s a refresher of your existing skills. Think of it as continuing professional development rather than initial training.

Q: What treatments or skills can I refresh in this course?
A: Almost any beauty, massage, holistic, or wellness treatment that you are already qualified in! The training is bespoke, meaning we tailor it to the therapies you need. You can focus on one area (like massage techniques or facial treatments) or multiple areas if you book multiple days. We cover a wide range of treatments – from facials, waxing, nails, and lash & brow treatments, to various massage modalities, reflexology, aromatherapy, and more holistictherapiestrainingacademy.learnworlds.com can help you. When you contact us, just let us know what you want to work on, and we’ll let you know the options.

Q: How is the refresher training delivered? Is it one-to-one or group based?
A: The standard refresher training is delivered one-to-one, meaning you get an individual session with the tutor focused on your needs (this maximizes your hands-on practice and feedback). If you only need a refresher on a single subject and prefer a group setting (which can be more budget-friendly), we can sometimes place you in a scheduled class with other student from sholistictherapiestrainingacademy.learnworlds.com. We’ll discuss these options when planning your training. In either case, the content will be tailored for you – in a group you’d still get personal attention for that skill, just alongside peers.

Q: Where does the training take place? Can I do it online?
A: We conduct most refresher trainings at our main training centre in Bideford, North Devon which is fully equipped for beauty and holistic treatments. We also occasionally run refreshers at our other partner venues or can travel for in-house salon training (reach out to discuss if you need this). If distance is a problem or for certain theory-focused refreshers (like business or teaching skills), we offer live online video-call sessions as an option. Our aim is to be flexible – let us know what works for you, and we’ll try to accommodate.

Q: How long is the refresher course?
A: Each refresher session is typically one full day (around 6 hours including breaks, usually 10am – 4pm) or a half-day (4 hours) if you prefer a shorter session. The length can depend on how many techniques you want to cover. For multiple treatment refreshers, you might book two or more days. We offer discounted rates for additional days or half-day top-ups so you can build a schedule that suits your learning pace holistictherapiestrainingacademy.learnworlds.com. We will outline the recommended duration when we create your personalized plan.

Q: How much does the refresher training cost?
A: The investment starts at £197 for a one-to-one full day of bespoke refresher training (10am – 4pm)holistictherapiestrainingacademy.learnworlds.com. If you feel you need more time or want to cover additional treatments, extra full days are £175 each, and half-day sessions (10am – 2pm) are £120holistictherapiestrainingacademy.learnworlds.com. These rates reflect the personalized, intensive nature of the training. For a single-subject group refresher (where available), the cost is lower – please contact us for the latest group pricing and upcoming dates. (Note: Prices may be subject to change; always check our current listings or get in touch for the most up-to-date quote.)

Q: How do I book my refresher course and get started?
A: Booking is easy! You can enroll online via our course pageholistictherapiestrainingacademy.learnworlds.com – just select the “Bespoke Refresher Training” and follow the prompts to register. Alternatively, if you’d like to discuss your needs first (or arrange dates), simply contact us by email at learning@holistictherapiestraining.co.uk or call us. We’ll talk through what you’re looking for and guide you through setting up the training. A deposit may be required to secure your date, and we’ll let you know what paperwork (like copies of your qualifications) is needed. Don’t hesitate to reach out – we’re here to help make the process smooth and welcoming.