Short course

Indian Head Massage

A short, highly practical course in Indian head massage, traditionally performed with the client seated on a chair, which makes it ideal for events, workplaces and add-on treatments.

REAL PHOTO: Indian head massage performed with the client seated
Level
Short course
Position
Client seated on a chair
Locations
Donegal & Mullingar
Format
In-person practical

What you'll learn

  • The traditional seated Indian head massage routine
  • Work across scalp, neck, shoulders, upper back and arms
  • Consultation and contraindications for head and neck work
  • Adapting the treatment for chair, event and workplace settings

Who it's for

  • Therapists adding a fast, high-demand treatment
  • Beginners wanting a short course before committing to a diploma
  • Anyone offering corporate or event-based treatments

Assessment & certification

  • Practical demonstration of the full seated routine
  • Certificate of completion

Why iTEC matters

Choose iTEC now, and your qualification still stands in 2027.

Accreditation is not a footnote on a certificate. It decides whether you can insure yourself, whether clinics will hire you and whether your training is recognised in the years ahead.

iTEC, VTCT skills & FHT accredited

Every diploma we teach is internationally and nationally accredited, recognised by insurers, employers and professional bodies.

The only accreditation on the national framework by 2027

iTEC is set to be the only holistic therapy accreditation sitting on the national framework by 2027.

Future-proof your qualification

Choosing iTEC now means your qualification still counts in 2027 and beyond. Train with anything else and you risk holding a certificate that isn't recognised.

After you qualify

Seated treatments are one of the easiest ways to get in front of new clients, we build them into your marketing plan.

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Questions about this course

Is a treatment couch needed?

No, it's traditionally performed with the client seated on a chair.

Internationally accredited by iTEC, VTCT Skills & FHT

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