Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage Courses - Accredited Diploma Certificate

 

One day Accredited Certified & Insurable Course - Price £140.00

We have a DVD for this course, which is an excellent reference for those who have trained with us as a visual reminder for the technique learnt. This can be bought on the day for £10 for you can purchase one later if required.

© March ’08 Gateway Workshops, students are not authorised to teach this course unless through Gateway.

This course is for existing therapists with a massage qualification - It is accredited by the top professional bodies, you are able to obtain insurance allowing you to use it with the general public and charge for this therapy.

This massage courses is insurable and accredited by the professional bodies, FHT, CMA and The Beauty Guild.

Here are just some of the moves you will learn on the day:

Manual Lymphatic drainage techniques facilitate the removal of metabolic wastes, excess water, toxins, bacteria, large protein molecules, and foreign substances from tissue via the initial lymph vessels and the venous capillaries. In addition it relaxes the sympathetic nervous system, reduces pain, and enhances the activity of the immune system.

It is an effective treatment for a variety of issues including oedema, skin disorders, headache, sinus congestion, sprains and aches, stress, digestive disorders, before and after surgery to remove tissue congestion and minimize scar formation. It is particularly useful as part of post-mastectomy therapy oedema and fibrosis and relieves pain and tension.

We specialize in providing small classes which makes us one of the most popular training schools. We take a maximum of 6 students for this course to provide individual and personal attention.

Furthermore we are passionate about ensuring you receive excellent training with professional and friendly tutors that provide straight-forward tuition to make sure your day is special.

Post Cancer & Mastectomy Therapy

Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a specific massage technique which helps with the management of Lymphoedema.

Lymphoedema is chronic tissue swelling, often as a result of cancer or its treatment. For example, after mastectomy surgery, the lymphatic system will have been compromised and lymph nodes in the arm pits may also have been removed. This impedes the normal fluid drainage channels and results in lymph fluid collecting in an area causing swelling and pain.

Research has shown that 1 in 5 breast cancer patients will develop lymphoedema of the arm. Unless this is treated the swelling can increase and eventually become very difficult to manage. Although lymphoedema cannot be completely cured, manual lymphatic drainage is an important therapy for treating this condition.

Ultimately it aims to clear blockages so that excess fluids will be pushed out of the affected areas - MLD also aims to prevent fluids accumulating again.

The tutors commitment to you

They are so confident that one day is sufficient for many of our courses (due to the small numbers they teach) that if they feel you need to come back to repeat the course, you can do this free of charge.

PRICE

One Day Manual Lymphatic drainage Diploma Massage Insurable Course £140.00 - Certificate given on the day of training and a full manual. You can use this massage with the general public and charge for this therapy with our training.

This is a one day Diploma Practitioners Course -No case studies required

The prerequisite for attending this course

(we are guided by what the professional bodies and insurance companies ask for)

A certificate in an Anatomy and Physiology and Full body Massage qualification (Swedish, Holistic or Body). We accept one certificate which combines both or individual certificates if you have gained these qualifications separately. It can be an ITEC, VTCT, BTEC, CIDESCO and CIBTAC or a similar qualification.

Please note all prices are inclusive of VAT - no hidden charges!

With all Gateway courses you will receive a full comprehensive manual, which covers the course material and all aspects you have learnt on the day.

In today’s Western Culture diet can stress the lymphatic system with excess wastes, toxins and lack of fluid contributing to a sluggish lymphatic system. The result is more anaerobic metabolism which produces more waste and less energy and a self perpetuating cycle begins. Patients can benefit from Lymphatic Drainage Massage as part of a detoxification program leading to improved energy an increase in cellular oxygenation and enhanced immunity.

Manual lymph drainage is extremely gentle and feels wonderfully relaxing. Most patients either fall asleep or go into a highly relaxed state, due to the slow, gentle rhythmic motions involved, which stimulate the movement of lymph through the lymph vessels.

What is Manual Lymph Drain Massage good for?

Lymphatic drainage massage is especially useful for individuals who seem to suffer regularly from common illnesses like colds and flu.

It is also recommended for people who lead sedentary lifestyles, or those who want to reduce oedema, puffiness or swelling.

It has been cited as having a positive effect on:

• Problem skin & cellulite
• Dysfunctional respiratory systems
• People with low energy.

What are the benefits of manual lymph drain massage?

• Facilitates general feeling of health and vitality
• Improves appearance of skin, reduces puffiness, water retention especially during pregnancy and assists with poor circulation.
• Stimulates the lymphatic system boosting the immunity
• As with other massage, it can help with pain from fractures and sprains and rheumatism, and it promotes the body's own healing mechanisms.

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You can book 24hrs online with a credit or debit card using our safe World Pay payment system. A small deposit will secure you chosen place.

If you wish to pay the deposit by cheque please fill out a booking form with your details first and you will be taken to the cheque payment page with further information.

Final payment is 14 days before the course or 4 weeks if it is an ITEC course - details will be emailed to you for this by the tutor once you have booked & paid your deposit.

For last minute bookings (you can book the evening before) you can pay cash or cheque on the day. Due to small classes places are only booked once the deposit has been paid & it is on a first come first served basis, early bookings are advised due to limited places.

Total Cost £140 - Deposit £40

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A reminder: You do not need to take anything with you to the class, all massage couches, chairs, towels and equipment are all provided. You do not need to wear a therapist tunic or whites - comfortable clothing is fine.

You do not need to take a model with you as you will work with another student on the day of training, the class runs with 2 or more people booked on and you can book 24 hours before the start date if you wish. Early bookings are advised to secure your place to avoid disappointment, due to the small numbers taken for each class ensuring you individual attention.

PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE TIMES ARE SLIGHTLY DIFFERENT TO OUR OTHER ONE DAY COURSES:

TIMES FOR THIS COURSE: 10.30 to 5.30pm Weekdays or 10.00-5pm Weekends

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