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Centre attendance and flexible blended learning (to be discussed and agreed prior to course enrolment. You will work independently and with the support of your assessor to gather the evidence. All knowledge tasks will be completed within a timely manner (this will be outlined within the course structure. Duration: 16 weeks, 1 day a week. Theory completed online Time: 10-4 Qualification Overview The Focus Awards level 3 Diploma in Massage (RQF) is aimed at those learners who are looking to develop their practical skills in Body Massage, with the use of Pre-Blended Aromatherapy Oils, Indian Head Massage and Hot Stone Therapy Massage. As well as developing their knowledge in the origins of massage and the principles of complementary and alternative medicine. Qualification Information: QRN: 603/3844/1 GLH: 450 TQT: 520 Credit: 52 Training Centre: Age Ranges: Learners should be a minimum of 16 years old to undertake this qualification. Geographical Coverage: This qualification is available in England and Northern Ireland. Learner Entry Requirements: There are no entry requirements. Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations: Please refer to the Focus Awards ‘Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations Policy’. A copy is available for download from the Focus Awards website at the following url: https://www.focusawards.org.uk/wp- content/uploads/2016/08/Reasonable-Adjustments.pdf Qualification Structure: To achieve this qualification learners must complete the 8 mandatory units to achieve a total of 52 credits There are eight mandatory unit: • Explore the origins of massage and principles of complementary and alternative medicine T/617/3494 • Provide body massage D/601/3559 • Provide massage using pre-blended aromatherapy oils Y/601/3558 • Client care and communication in beauty related industries T/601/4457 • Apply stone therapy massage H/601/4454 • Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon R/600/87

