Training
Courses for you, vetted and approved...
We’re committed to supporting every member with CPD, whatever your field. Search or scroll below to access and book a range of training courses that have been vetted and approved by the FHT, so you can be sure these meet the highest standards.
Courses also qualify for points towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) which is a requirement for all FHT Members and Fellows.
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First Aid for Therapists - Emergency First Aid at Work
This course, which covers the full content of the emergency first aid at work training, is specifically designed for therapists in the therapy and salon environment. With Karen Murrell.
CPD points: 6
Prerequisites: Any qualified therapist
Pregnancy Massage
Learn a relaxing pregnancy massage and have confidence in understanding pregnancy and the best ways to treat at all stages, including positions, acupressure points and much more. With Jemma Cooper.
CPD points: 14
Prerequisites: Level 3 in body massage, Swedish massage, aromatherapy massage or sports massage
Detox Massage
Learn this massage treatment which helps detoxify the body and discover the emotional links and areas of the body linked to digestion. With Jemma Cooper.
CPD points: 7
Prerequisites: Level 3 in body massage, Swedish massage, aromatherapy massage or sports massage
Osteopathic Techniques - Sport and Spine
Learn the most useful osteopathic soft tissue and articulation techniques, including techniques to the spine, pelvis and some peripheral joints, and how to personalise your treatments for different clients. With Cameron Reid.
CPD points: 12
Prerequisites: Level 3 in body massage or sports massage
Cancer Awareness for Holistic and Beauty Therapists
This CPD introduction to working with those affected by cancer covers the condition, the treatment, side effects and the ways in which therapists can help. With Jennifer Young.
CPD points: 6
Prerequisites: Any qualified therapist
Stretching Your Clients
Understand how to incorporate safe, simple stretching into your massage routine and learn how to deliver couch-based and seat-based stretches for the neck, back and more. With Jane Johnson.
CPD points: 6
Prerequisites: Level 3 in body massage, Swedish massage, sports massage or sports therapy
Soft Tissue Release
Enhance your massage routine and discover this form of stretching which involves gently fixing the soft tissues and applying a passive stretch while maintaining a lock. With Jane Johnson.
CPD points: 6
Prerequisites: Level 3 in body massage, Swedish massage, sports massage or sports therapy
Pregnancy Massage
Learn a relaxing pregnancy massage and have confidence in understanding pregnancy and the best ways to treat at all stages, including positions, acupressure points and much more. With Jemma Cooper.
CPD points: 14
Prerequisites: Level 3 in body massage, Swedish massage, aromatherapy massage or sports massage
Detox Massage
Learn this massage treatment which helps detoxify the body and discover the emotional links and areas of the body linked to digestion. With Jemma Cooper.
CPD points: 7
Prerequisites: Level 3 in body massage, Swedish massage, aromatherapy massage or sports massage
Reflexology for those Affected by Cancer
Learn how to adapt your reflexology treatment for those affected by cancer. This course also covers the condition, treatment, side effects and more. With Beauty Despite Cancer’s Katie Scott.
CPD points: 14
Prerequisite: Level 3 reflexology
Osteopathic Techniques - Sport and Spine
Learn the most useful osteopathic soft tissue and articulation techniques, including techniques to the spine, pelvis and some peripheral joints, and how to personalise your treatments for different clients. With Cameron Reid.
CPD points: 12
Prerequisites: Level 3 in body massage or sports massage
Facial Massage
Develop your skills by attending this course which combines the use of lifting and muscle stabilisation techniques, facial acupressure and advanced facial massage techniques. With Rachel Black.
CPD points: 5
Prerequisites: Level 3 body massage, Swedish massage, aromatherapy massage or Indian head massage
Assessing and Treating Neck Pain
Learn the causes of neck pain and the different approaches to treatment. This course will cover massage techniques, passive stretches, exercises, aftercare advice and more. With Jane Johnson.
CPD points: 6
Prerequisites: Level 3 body massage, Swedish massage, sports massage or sports therapy
Assessing and Treating Back Pain
Learn the causes of back pain and the different approaches to treatment. This course will cover massage techniques, passive stretches, exercises, aftercare advice and more. With Jane Johnson.
CPD points: 6
Prerequisites: Level 3 body massage, Swedish massage, sports massage or sports therapy
Respiratory Conditions and Aromatherapy
This course will look at the physiology and anatomy of the respiratory system, the disorders which affect it and treatment plans using essential oils. With Penny Price Aromatherapy’s Louise Mac.
CPD points: 5
Prerequisite: Level 3 aromatherapy massage
Oncology Sleep Ritual Body Treatment
Learn this oncology sleep ritual full body treatment for those affected by cancer. This course also covers the condition, treatment, side effects and more. With Beauty Despite Cancer’s Katie Scott.
CPD points: 14
Prerequisite: Level 3 body massage, Swedish massage, aromatherapy, sports massage or sports therapy
Aromatherapy Detox for Cellulite
Learn about the causes and pathology of cellulite as well as practical skills to diminish its signs using aromatherapy essential oils and carriers. With Penny Price Aromatherapy’s Louise Mac.
CPD points: 5
Prerequisite: Level 3 aromatherapy massage
Postural Assessment
Provide your clients with a new service by performing postural assessments and understanding what your observations mean; a valuable skill which can help inform your treatment. With Jane Johnson.
CPD points: 6
Prerequisites: Level 3 in body massage, Swedish massage, sports massage or sports therapy
Postural Correction
Help your clients improve their posture with practical skills to change pelvic, thoracic and neck posture, as well as the rationale behind the exercises provided. With Jane Johnson.
CPD points: 6
Prerequisites: Level 3 in body massage, Swedish massage, sports massage or sports therapy
Aromatherapy for Headaches and Migraines
Find out more about headaches and migraines and how aromatherapy can help sufferers. Learn various treatments to deal with these conditions and more. With Penny Price Aromatherapy’s Louise Mac.
CPD points: 5
Prerequisite: Level 3 aromatherapy massage
Cancer Awareness for Holistic and Beauty Therapists
This CPD introduction to working with those affected by cancer covers the condition, the treatment, side effects and the ways in which therapists can help. With Jennifer Young.
CPD points: 6
Prerequisites: Any qualified therapist
Dissection workshop
This is an exciting and unique opportunity to see the structure that you massage on a daily basis, as a therapist. You will be led around King's College dissection lab for a three-hour workshop before you are free to enjoy the Gordon Museum. This fantastic opportunity gives you the chance to explore their pathology collection.
CPD points: Five
Prerequisites: Any qualified therapist
First Aid for Therapists - Emergency First Aid at Work
This course, which covers the full content of the emergency first aid at work training, is specifically designed for therapists in the therapy and salon environment. With Karen Murrell.
CPD points: 6
Prerequisites: Any qualified therapist
EMM-Tech Short Course
Discover how the EMMETT technique addresses pain and body movement. This course contains eleven moves which have been specially selected from the EMMETT technique practitioner course. With Lesley Salt.
CPD points: 7
Prerequisites: Any qualified therapist
Accredited courses
Certified Kinesio Taping Course KT1/2
Kinesio UK offer the only training courses in the UK and Ireland endorsed by the KTAI (Kinesio Taping Association International), founded by Dr Kase, and recognised worldwide. On a KT1/2 course we teach taping skills for:
- Re-education of the neuromuscular system
- Support and relaxation for muscles
- Muscle injury prevention
- Swelling/pain reduction
- Improved movement and positioning
T. 0191 2877008
Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology (Online)
This course will provide a foundational understanding of the human body and how it functions. Anatomy and Physiology (FHT) Level 3 Certificate. Whether you are studying to be a reflexologist, a massage therapist or even a yoga instructor, upon booking this course you will be able to download a comprehensive manual which will be a handy revision and reference tool.
Vitali-Chi Life Changing Courses (Online 24/7/365)
Vitali-Chi is a non-invasive Energy & Wellbeing system, that will bring many benefits to you, your practice and your clients. To teach you how to use this innovative system, we have created our online Level 1 course. We have split the course into two Stages. In Stage 1, we explore the Human Energy System and far beyond.
T. 01206 385397
Facial Reflexology (Bergman Method)
“A contender for London’s best facial treatment” - Journalist Sarah Vine.
“Incredible training, mind-blowing techniques…it transformed my business!” - Reflexologist Pam Giblin
This London School of Reflexology specialist training with Ziggie Bergman, winner of 2017 AoR award for Excellence/Innovation in modern Facial Reflexology for creating the method you will learn, teaches you the unique benefits of offering reflexology on the face. Inspired by her training with Native American shamen and healers in New Mexico, it is particularly of benefit for conditions such as migraines, sinus problems and bruxism as well as being ideal for children with ADHD, autism, elderly and sick clients and those wanting to reduce stress. A lovely side effect of working the face is that it leaves clients with a healthy glow.
Recommended by Tatler, Telegraph, Harpers' Bazaar, Daily Mail, Sunday Express, You, Cosmopolitan.
T. 07429441124
Working with pre-blended oils
This is a great course if you would like to add pre-blended aromatherapy to your current treatment list. The course will give you an understanding of how aromatherapy oils are formed and how they are used within a massage treatment. Upon booking this course you will be able to download a comprehensive manual which will be a handy reference tool.
T. +441273672690
Soft tissue dysfunction and injury
Soft tissue dysfunction is common following sprain/strain type injuries, with muscle spasm, postural syndromes, from repetitive use, or after improper tissue healing. This is a great course as it gives a number of extra tools to use in your therapy. Upon booking this course you will be able to download a comprehensive manual which will be a handy reference tool.
T. +441273672690
Dry needling course for health professionals
CPD Health Courses Dry Needling training. Click here: https://www.cpdhealthcourses.co.uk/ "One of the best courses I've attended" Alistair M (Sports Therapist). Learn how to apply dry needling for: tennis elbow, rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, knee & hip pain, lower back pain, neck pain & headaches, foot & ankle pain, plantar fasciitis, ankle inversion sprains, achilles tendinopathy, TMJ pain.
T. 020 3289 5205
Dry needling course for health professionals
CPD Health Courses Dry Needling training. Click here: https://www.cpdhealthcourses.co.uk/ "One of the best courses I've attended" Alistair M (Sports Therapist). Learn how to apply dry needling for: tennis elbow, rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, knee & hip pain, lower back pain, neck pain & headaches, foot & ankle pain, plantar fasciitis, ankle inversion sprains, Achilles tendinopathy, TMJ pain.
T. 020 3289 5205
Certified Kinesio Taping Course KT1/2
Kinesio UK offer the only training courses in the UK and Ireland endorsed by the KTAI (Kinesio Taping Association International), founded by Dr Kase, and recognised worldwide. On a KT1/2 course we teach taping skills for:
- Re-education of the neuromuscular system
- Support and relaxation for muscles
- Muscle injury prevention
- Swelling/pain reduction
- Improved movement and positioning
T. 0191 2877008
Massaging people living with dementia
An award-winning course equipping you to enable a person with dementia feel comfortable about nurturing touch on their terms. Explore specialist massage techniques, compassionate communication, legislation, consent, connecting without words, reducing many presentations associated with dementia. Understand the benefits of massage for older people and people with dementia to deliver your specialist service confidently. Now with trauma-informed content.
T: 07899944650
Dorn Method and Breuss Massage Workshop
The Dorn Method is a very safe and gentle, non-manipulative treatment to correct misalignments on the spinal column and joints to help people of all ages with common back, neck and joint issues, sciatica, migraines and headaches, leg length difference and more. This FHT accredited two-day intensive workshop will give you 10 CPD points.
T. 07500298347
Dorn Method and Breuss Massage Workshop
The Dorn Method is one of the easiest and fastest to learn Back and Joint care therapy you’ll ever come across, making it ideal for any complementary therapist. During this 2-day workshop you will learn an amazing technique to help your clients overcome common back, neck and joint problems. This FHT accredited two-day intensive workshop will give you 10 CPD points.
T. 01789 266214
Pain in Cancer Survivors
This two-day workshop addresses the causes of pain in Cancer Survivors, how surgery can change tissue integrity and what effect that has on pain. We will review ways in which we can support our clients in pain with reflexology through a combination of theory and practice with a specialized sequence for Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy.
T: 07989 768774
Massaging people living with dementia
An award-winning course equipping you to enable a person with dementia feel comfortable about nurturing touch on their terms. Explore specialist massage techniques, compassionate communication, legislation, consent, connecting without words, reducing many presentations associated with dementia. Understand the benefits of massage for older people and people with dementia to deliver your specialist service confidently. Now with trauma-informed content.
T: 07899944650
Zone Face Lift - Take off 10 years in 12 weeks
“A spiritual facial treatment, unlike any other…the effects were immediate.” (Sunday Express)
Learn this unique Native American healing-inspired blend of facial reflexology, facelift massage, quartz crystals, holistic facial and specialist tools to lift the face and spirit. Rave press reviews! Taught by AoR Innovation/Excellence Award-winner Ziggie Bergman, the creator of Zone Face Lift.
”Incredible training, mind-blowing techniques…it transformed my business!” (Reflexologist Pam Giblin)
Open to all Level 3 therapists.
T. 07429441124
Pathology Diploma Level 3 (Online)
This course lists over 300 different pathologies and the therapist's consideration. As a therapist, you may come in contact with clients who are unwell. Of course, it is not our role to diagnose, but knowledge of common medical terms is of great benefit. You will have access to a comprehensive manual which will be a handy revision and reference tool.
Level 3 Anatomy and Physiology (Online)
Anatomy and Physiology (FHT) Level 3 Certificate. Whether you are studying to be a reflexologist, a massage therapist or even a yoga instructor, this course will provide a foundational understanding of the human body and how it functions. Upon booking this course you will be able to download a comprehensive manual which will be a handy revision and reference tool.
T. +441273672690
E. admin@brightonholistics.co.uk
Complementary Therapies in Cancer Care E-Learning
Butterfly Touch Therapies Training e-Learning, for qualified Massage, Reflexology and Reiki Practitioners wishing to adapt their skills to treat patients with a cancer diagnosis. This training delivers an insightful and innovative learning experience in the cancer and palliative healthcare field, with audio's of patient experiences; case studies, guidelines, best practices and contraindications. Also providing videos for adaptation of therapy treatment delivery.
T. +44(0) 7712703753
An Introduction to Crystals and Crystal Therapy
Crystal Healing has been around since the beginning of mankind. This ancient therapy works with the natural power of crystals and gemstones to help improve health and well-being. Crystal Healing is used worldwide helping us to restore our stressful lives. Upon booking this course you will be able to download a comprehensive manual which will be a handy reference tool.
T. +441273672690
E. admin@brightonholistics.co.uk
'M' Technique® Practitioner course
The 'M' Technique® is a registered method of structured touch, devised for use with critically ill or fragile patients. .It is a powerful way of bringing about deep, meditative relaxation. It has been shown to have a measurable effect on stress, anxiety chronic pain and depression. This two-day course costs £220.00. For more information contact Philippa Hunter at pharoma01@sky.com.
T: 01453763103
Diploma in Oncology Massage
At the Glasgow School of Massage we strongly feel that people affected by cancer are not excluded from massage but instead, therapists seek additional training to include. Theory and practical content have been selected to suit the scope of therapists wishing to work in a clinical, hospital or hospice environment as well as therapists wishing to include this client group in private practice.
T: 07717590514
Complementary Therapies for Cancer Care - Professional Practice
This course is offered to qualified massage, aromatherapy, Indian head and reiki practitioners who wish to work with clients that have a cancer diagnosis. Using your existing knowledge in your modality you will learn how to use your skills confidently and competently to support your client and adapt treatments that follow best practice within the palliative and healthcare setting.
T: 07939466773
An Introduction to Colour Therapy Online Course
Colour Therapy or Chromotherapy has been used as part of medical practice for centuries in the holistic approach of complementary health practice. Colour therapists use the energy contained in the vibrations of colour rays to promote health and healing. Upon booking this course you will be able to download a comprehensive manual which will be a handy reference tool.
T. +441273672690
Osteopathic Techniques - Sport & Spine
An intensive course to learn the most useful Osteopathic soft tissue & articulation techniques together with the differentials when treating clinic patients or sports injury clients. Emphasis is placed on techniques to the spine, pelvis and some peripheral joints. Candidates benefit from small group tuition with ample opportunity for practical demonstrations and one to one tuition.
T: 01362 696079
Aromatherapy & Essential Oils Revision & Refresher
The Aromatherapy and Essential Oil Revision and Refresh course is designed to refresh the underpinning knowledge of qualified Aromatherapists. You will study 35 oils in detail and 95 oils with basic information, also covering carrier oils etc. Upon booking this course you will be able to download a comprehensive manual which will be a handy reference tool.
T. +441273672690
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology Level 3 Certificate
Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology is the foundation for any person wishing to work in the therapy and care industry. This course will provide a foundational understanding of the human body and how it functions and its dysfunction. Upon booking this course you will be able to download a comprehensive manual which will be a handy revision and reference tool.
T. +441273672690
E. admin@brightonholistics.co.uk
IMPACT Workplace Wellbeing Instructors' Training
IMPACT Wellbeing is used in education, health, social care, corporate wellbeing and enhances therapists' practices. The simple, adaptable and effective relaxation techniques with a mindfulness-based approach are for the workplace and home. Instructors teach individuals or groups (e.g. students, parents, stroke survivors, carers and staff) to use IMPACT to improve their wellbeing. Online manual and resources 10 CPD points.
T: 07941046291
The HEARTS Process
HEARTS stands for:
- Hands-on
- Empathy
- Aromas
- Relaxation
- Textures
- Sound
The HEARTS process is a wonderful blend of different gentle hands-on techniques to help bring calm, at the moment, for all. It is useful if you would like to support individuals in supportive and end of life care settings.
T: 07810070288
