Introduction
Stone therapy is a technique for using specific types of stone at different temperatures in contact with the skin in order to increase the effects of massage treatment for face and body.

 The purpose of treatment is to improve relaxation and the client’s sense of well being. This course is an excellent therapy to add to your existing skills often used in conjunction with facial or body massage.

On successful completion of the course you will be awarded with a qualification that is recognised in industry and will enable you to gain insurance.

Entrance Requirements
A body massage qualification with a minimum of six months experience
Level 3 Diploma in Health, Safety, Security and Employment Standards

Dress code
Professional salon uniform

Course Content
• History of the treatment
• Benefits and effects of warm and cold stones
• Spiritual effects and chakras
• Related anatomy & physiology
• Contra-indications & contra-actions to treatment
• Client consultation and treatment planning
• Aftercare advice and home care advice
• Health, safety & hygiene
• Provide holistic facial massage-includes application of pre blended aromatherapy oils
• Practical demonstration

Duration
Two days - Day 1 and day 2 10.00am - 4.00pm
Plus assessment day - 10.00am - 4.00pm

Cost
Training - £310
Text Book-£14.99 Please ask for an order form.
Kit –  a stone heater will need to be purchased for case study and home practice approx £235-£295 plus VAT(Academy can advise).
Additional assessment session (if required) - £60
VTCT Lifetime registration fee (if required) - £13 (£14 from August 2007)
Level 3 Diploma in Health, Safety, Security and Employment Standards (if required) - £55