Certificate in Elderly and Senior Massage (Online)

Description This course is for qualified practitioners only The aim of this course is to: • To review anatomy, physiology and pathologies specifically relating to massage of Seniors and the Elderly. • To teach the therapist the specific client care and procedures relating to massage of Seniors and the Elderly. • To teach the therapist to competently and professionally adapt their existing massage techniques to safely deliver Elderly & Senior Massage. • To enable the therapist to effectively add Sangoma’s signature massage techniques to their massage of Seniors and the Elderly. The course comprises of the following units: • Review of the Anatomy & Physiology of Seniors & the Elderly with particular attention to specific anatomical and physiological considerations in the later stages of life. • Specific pathologies/conditions of Seniors & the Elderly. • Principles of Practice for Elderly & Senior Massage. • Practical Demonstration of Elderly & Senior Massage. • Practical Videos: Demonstration of Elderly & Senior Massage techniques, specifically relating to anatomical and physiological considerations in the later stages of life. • After care advice and treatment plans specifically for Seniors & the Elderly. Assessment: • 3 test treatments & reporting • Test Questions