The London School of Massage offers professional massage training and complementary therapy courses.
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The London School of Massage offers professional massage training and complementary therapy courses.
Contact us to learn more about our courses, events, and industry news.
The five-day Advanced Therapeutic Massage course at London School of Massage is designed for qualified massage and sports massage therapists who want to deliver more focused, individualised and outcome-led treatments.
Based on principles from the school’s previous BTEC Level 5 Advanced Massage syllabus, the course develops practical skills in consultation, postural observation, palpation, soft-tissue assessment, deep tissue massage, Neuromuscular Technique and treatment planning.
Students learn how to adapt a general massage routine to individual client needs and work confidently with common areas of muscular tension and restricted movement.
Training is delivered through tutor demonstrations, supervised partner practice, practical case examples and ongoing individual feedback.
| Course name | Advanced Therapeutic Massage Diploma Course |
| Course type | Accredited advanced CPD course |
| Course duration | Five practical classroom training days |
| Suitable for | Qualified massage therapists, sports massage therapists and eligible bodywork practitioners |
| Entry qualification | Recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in Massage, Sports Massage or accepted equivalent |
| Practical training | Assessment, palpation, deep tissue massage, NMT, trigger point work and treatment planning |
| Course materials | Electronic coursework and electronic certificate |
| Assessment | Ongoing in-class practical assessment |
| Formal examination | No separate formal examination |
| Accreditation | FHT, BCMA, IGCT and IICT |
| CPD points | 14 CPD points |
| Training location | King’s Cross, Caledonian Road |
| Professional use | Integration into an existing insured massage or sports massage practice |
| Progression | Sports Massage Levels 4 and 5, Trigger Point Therapy, Assisted Stretching and Spinal Mobilisation |
| Booking | Enrol through the Advanced Therapeutic Massage course page |
Advanced Therapeutic Massage builds on Level 3 massage skills and helps therapists move beyond a standard routine towards more targeted treatment planning.
Students train in:
The course is suitable for qualified:
It is particularly useful for therapists who want to:
Students without an eligible qualification should first complete the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Massage.
Qualified practitioners can explore the full range of massage courses for qualified therapists.
The course develops practical assessment, treatment-planning and advanced soft-tissue skills for qualified therapists.
Students learn:
Practical training includes:
Students apply techniques to common areas including:
Training focuses on adapting techniques to the client rather than following one fixed routine.
Students learn how to:
Students should hold a recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in:
The qualification should include Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
Applicants must also:
Students without an eligible qualification may attend only with prior approval and may receive a certificate of attendance.
Anyone unsure about eligibility should contact London School of Massage and provide a copy of their qualification before booking.
Students work as both therapist and model during the course.
Practical training is physically active and includes palpation, deeper massage techniques, movement assessment and treatment positioning. Techniques are adapted to individual comfort and ability.
There is no separate written or external practical examination.
Assessment takes place throughout the five training days through:
A certificate is awarded when the required practical competencies have been demonstrated.
Successful students receive a London School of Massage Advanced Therapeutic Massage Diploma CPD certificate.
The course is accredited or approved by FHT, BCMA, IGCT and IICT and carries 14 CPD points. Further information is available on the Accreditations and Approvals page.
This is an advanced CPD diploma rather than an Ofqual-regulated qualification. Students should hold suitable professional therapist insurance before integrating the techniques into paid treatments.
Qualified therapists can use the course to develop more detailed consultations, individual treatment plans and advanced therapeutic massage sessions.
The training can support therapists working in:
The course can help therapists:
Suitable progression options include:
This course is designed for qualified massage therapists, Sports Massage Therapists and eligible bodywork practitioners who would like to provide more focused, individualised and outcome-led treatments.
Students should hold a recognised Level 3 RQF qualification in Massage, Sports Massage or an accepted equivalent that includes Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
If you are unsure whether your qualification is suitable, you are welcome to send London School of Massage a copy before booking.
No. This is an advanced course that builds on existing massage skills, Anatomy and Physiology knowledge and practical treatment experience.
Students without an eligible qualification may attend only with prior approval and may receive a Certificate of Attendance rather than the accredited Advanced Therapeutic Massage Diploma CPD certificate.
Students who are new to massage should first complete the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Massage.
You will learn how to move beyond a standard massage routine and plan more individualised treatments based on your consultation, observation and palpation findings.
Training includes postural observation, surface anatomy, soft-tissue assessment, Deep Tissue Massage, Neuromuscular Technique, trigger point work, longitudinal and cross-fibre techniques, gentle articulation, reassessment and treatment planning.
You will also learn how to adapt techniques, pressure and positioning to suit each client’s needs and comfort.
Practical training includes Deep Tissue Massage, Neuromuscular Technique, trigger point-informed work, longitudinal strokes, cross-fibre techniques, soft-tissue mobilisation and gentle articulatory movements.
You will also learn how to use forearms, elbows, fists, knuckles and the heel of the hand safely, helping you apply effective pressure while reducing unnecessary strain on your fingers, thumbs and wrists.
There is no separate written examination or external practical examination.
You will be assessed throughout the five training days through supervised practice, tutor observation and individual feedback.
To complete the course successfully, you will need to demonstrate appropriate consultation, accurate palpation, safe technique, suitable treatment planning, good client positioning and professional communication.
No. London School of Massage provides the professional massage couches and classroom equipment required during training.
Students normally work in pairs and take turns practising and receiving the techniques, so you do not need to bring a separate model.
The course is physically active. Anyone with an injury, health condition, pregnancy, disability or another circumstance that may affect practical participation should contact London School of Massage before booking.
Yes. Classes are open to all genders and students normally work together in pairs during practical training.
London School of Massage provides the professional massage couches and main classroom equipment used during training.
Students should bring:
A full course-specific list, including any additional clothing, products or equipment needed, will be provided after enrolment.
Students who plan to offer the treatment professionally after completing the course will also need access to a suitable massage couch and the appropriate treatment supplies for their practice.
Qualified therapists who successfully complete the course may integrate Advanced Therapeutic Massage techniques into their existing massage or Sports Massage practice, subject to their original qualification, professional scope and appropriate insurance.
Before offering the techniques commercially, you should confirm that they are covered by your insurer. Further information is available on the Therapist Insurance page.
Therapists who would like to continue developing their practical skills may also consider the Trigger Point and Stretch Massage Therapy Course or the Spinal Articulation and Mobilisation Course.
Develop safe spinal assessment, articulation and mobilisation skills through two days of supervised practical training.
Learn safe, practical dry cupping and cupping massage techniques to integrate into professional massage and sports massage treatments.
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