COURSE SUMMARY
| Programme Code | CMT |
| Awards | Certificate in Massage Therapy |
| Mode of Delivery | Lectures, Group works, Hands-on Practical sessions, Class Room Activities, Presentations, Take Home Assignments |
| Medium of Instruction | Sinhala, English |
| Date of Commencement | 15th of January, 2026 |
| Awarding Institution | NDH Lifestyle Campus |
| Program me Specification last updated | September 2025 |
| Programme Director | Dr. Erandi Gunathilaka |
| ndhlifestylecampusnlc@gmail.com | |
| Phone Number | +94707079323 |
CONTENTS
- Course Overview and Aims
- Learning Objectives
- Programme Structure
- Course Material Provide
- Assessment & Certification
1. COURSE OVERVIEW
AND AIMS
The Certificate in Massage Therapy (CMT) is a comprehensive 3-month professional training programme designed to build competent, job ready massage therapists. This course blends theory, hands-on practice, supervised clinical training, and therapist self-development.
Participants will gain the essential knowledge and practical skills required to work confidently in spas, wellness centres, clinics, or private practice. Training emphasizes safety, ethics, client care, anatomy, and full-body massage techniques aligned with industry standards.
This programme is ideal for aspiring massage therapists, spa staff, wellness practitioners, and anyone seeking a rewarding career in massage and holistic health.
2. LEARNING
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this 3-month programme, participants will be able to:
- Explain the foundations of massage therapy, including its history, principles, ethics, client care standards, safety protocols, and hygiene requirements.
3. COURSE
OUTLINE
This course includes online theory sessions, in-person practical training, supervised clinics, case studies, and client consultations.
- Foundations of Massage Therapy
- History and evolution of massage
- Professional ethics and therapist responsibilities
- Client care standards
- Safety protocols and hygiene practices
- Creating a safe and supportive treatment environment
- Anatomy & Physiology Essentials
- Basic human anatomy for massage practice
- Musculoskeletal system
- Nervous system and relaxation mechanisms
- Understanding tension patterns and body stress
- Full-Body Massage Techniques
- Head, scalp, and face massage
- Back massage and spinal care awareness
- Neck and shoulder techniques
- Hand, arm, leg, and foot massage
- Swedish massage fundamentals
- Pressure control, flow, rhythm, and coordination
- Stretching, Mobilization & Body Mechanics
- Assisted stretching techniques
- Joint mobilization basics
- Proper posture and body mechanics for therapist safety
- Injury prevention for long-term practice
- Clinical Practice & Client Care
- Supervised hands-on training sessions
- Real-client clinical experience
- Case study development
- Client consultation and assessment methods
- Documentation, record-keeping & treatment planning
- Therapist Self-Care & Professional Conduct
- Physical self-care practices for therapists
- Stress management and emotional wellbeing
- Professionalism, communication, and boundaries
- Building client trust and rapport
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
- Strong foundation in professional massage therapy
- Technical skills for full-body massage and client treatment planning
- Real-world clinical training and supervised practice
- Confidence to provide safe, ethical, and effective treatments
- Job-readiness for spa and wellness industry roles
4. ASSESSMENT
& CERTIFICATION
- Written Examination - evaluates theoretical understanding
- Practical Examination - assesses massage skills and technique application
- Logbook of Practice Hours - completion of required supervised training
- Class Participation - engagement in all practical and theory sessions
Certificate in Massage Therapy awarded upon successful completion
5. MATERIALS
REQUIRED
- Massage oil (provided during training)
- Towels (provided during training)
- Notebook and pen
- Personal hygiene kit (hand sanitizer, tissues, etc.)
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