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Anatomy and Physiology Diploma Course
Holistic Massage Therapy, Anatomy and Physiology Diploma Course
Sports Massage Diploma Course
Reflexology Diploma Course
Aromatherapy Diploma Course
Diet & Nutrition Diploma Course
Short Courses/CPD
Teacher Training

Anatomy and Physiology Diploma – Part-time

Commence Feb 2010 and October 2010
February 2010
or
Alternate Tuesday mornings 10am – 1pm (Oct 10)
or
Alternate Tuesday evenings 7pm –10pm (Oct 10)

anatomyandphysiology

Subjects Include:

Anatomical Terminology
Cell
Tissues
Skin
Muscular system
Circulatory system
Lymphatic system
Nervous system
Endocrine system
Digestive system
Respiratory system
Urinary system
Hair & Nail
The breast

Educational prerequisites: Students should have Leaving Certificate Biology or an equivalent qualification. Applications are invited from mature students with out this qualification.

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Aromatherapy

Saturdays 10am-5pm: every 3rd Saturday from February 2010
or
Individual training is available to suit your timetable!
Level 3 Aromatherapy Diploma

it is a pre-requisite of this course that students hold, a recognised diploma in Massage, Anatomy & Physiology (e.g. VTCT (IIHHT / IHBC), NVQ, ITEC or equivalent).

Subjects covered include:

Elements of Essential oils
Extraction methods
Constituents of oils
Choice of massage medium
Blending oils
History of aromatherapy
Massage routine and techniques
Benefits
Contraindications
Common ailments

Studies will lead to internationally recognised ITEC and/or VTCT diplomas
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Holistic Massage Therapy, Anatomy and Physiology Diploma

Commences February 2010
Thursday evenings from 7-10pm, Feb - June 2010

Subjects Include:

Anatomy & Physiology (see A&P Diploma course)
Holistic Approach
Massage Techniques
Benefits of Massage
Contraindications
Integral Biology
History of Massage
Hygeine
Health & Safety

Nutrition

Thursday evening 7-10pm (commencing February 2010)

ibht have recently revamped the diet & nutrition diploma course and are delighted to announce that celebrity chef Rozanne Stevens will be delivering a 10 week cookery module as part of our unique diploma. Her 'Cook Yourself Slim' and 'Green Living' programmes will make you a very desirable nutritional therapist because you will hve more to offer your clients! You may have heard Rozanne on the radio waves during her regular slot with Pat Kenny. She has featured in national press such as the Christmas RTE guide and has made many TV appearances too! This qualification is suitable for those employed in holistic, health and fitness therapies and others who wish to acquire knowledge of basic nutrition. No prior experience is required, but candidates are recommended to have (or be accessing) a qualification in associated sectors.

Subjects covered include:

The major food groups
Vitamins and minerals
Water
Antioxidants
Anti-nutrients
The balanced, healthy diet
Conditions and disorders
Diets for common ailments
Vitamin & food supplements
Holistic observational methods
Consultation Techniques
The digestive and excretory systems
'Cook Yourself Slim' cooking module with Rozanne Stevens
'Green Living' cooking module with Rozanne Stevens

Educational prerequisites: Candidates are recommended to have (or be accessing) a qualification in associated sector and have a general level of education comparable to Leaving Certificate and above

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Sports Massage

Commencing February 2010
Tuesday evenings 7-10pm (17 classes) and Saturdays 10am-5pm (8 classes).

Sports massage is a therapy skill used for prevention and treatment of sports injuries. It incorporates intensive advanced techniques to improve suppleness and flexibility of muscles & joints. It is greatly used as part of a training programme, rehabilitation to treat injury or for warming up or down during events and training.
It combines Swedish body massage with advanced techniques such as compression, frictioning, neuro-muscular technique, muscle energy technique, soft tissue release , connective tissue massage as well as lymphatic drainage.
During your study students will learn about the:

Effects of exercise and stress on the nervous and muscular systems
Principles of the aerobic system, anaerobic glycolysis & creatine phosphate system
Physiology of the muscle cell with comprehensive study of the origin, insertion & action of all muscles of the body, joint structures and spine
Causes and effects of diseases and disorders and how these disorders affect specific sports
Principles of training, injury prevention, injury management and understanding the effects of overtraining

Healing process and understanding inflammation, scar tissue, adhesions and skin injuries
Use of thermotherapy and cryotherapy techniques
Preventative and rehabilitative training available to reinforce massage treatments
Benefits and effects of stretching and stretching massage movements
Consultation skills, contraindications, data protection, referral procedures, client care, hygiene, client positioning, treatment suitability and treatment planning
Sports massage techniques including effleurage, petrissage, frictions, tapotement, vibrations, manual lymphatic drainage, neuro-muscular techniques (NMT), muscle energy technique (MET), soft tissue release (STR), connective tissue massage (CTM), proprioception neuromuscular facilitation (PNF)
Sports massage techniques for treatment of injury, pre-event, during/between event, post event, corrective, preventative, conditioning massages
Common sports injuries that can be treated including: shin splints, ilio tibial release, muscle fatigue, sprains, strains, rotator cuff injuries, cramp, muscle soreness, spasm, low back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, torticollis, tendonitis, superficial skin wounds and more

Award: ITEC Level 3 diploma in Sports Massage
Prerequisites: Level 3 diploma in massage or equivalent.

Reflexology

Commencing February 2010

Reflexology Diploma Course

Monday evenings 7-10pm or Wednesdays 10am-1pm

It is a pre-requisite of this course that students hold a recognised award in Anatomy & Physiology or Physiatrics (e.g. VTCT (IIHHT / IHBC), NVQ, ITEC or equivalent). Applicants, who do not hold these qualifications, must take the Anatomy & Physiology diploma in conjunction with this course.

Reflexology is a non-invasive holistic therapy that uses techniques of massage and pressure to the feet (and sometimes the hands), to stimulate the body’s own healing process. Reflexologists subscribe to the concept that the body is mirrored on the feet, and that reflex points reflect specific body parts.

The course content includes:

Theory- History, theories and practise
The Holistic Approach
Zones, reflex points and their relationship to organs and body functions
Structures, disorders and conditions of the feet
Contraindications
Hygiene
Health and safety

Practical -

Sequence and techniques of treatment
Observation and assessment
Client care and consultation
Relaxation techniques
Foot massage

Studies will lead to internationally recognised ITEC /VTCT and IRIL Qualifications

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