Full course description:

Course overview

It is no coincidence that many of the world’s best massage therapists, chiropractors, osteopaths, professional sports people and millions of others use kinesiology tape. This course is ideal for therapists wishing to add kinesiology taping into their repertoire, and understand how taping can be applied to a variety of conditions.

Incorporating kinesiology taping into your regular massage routines, or using it as a modality all on its own will enhance your treatments, and your results.

This course is intended for qualified massage and bodywork therapists.

Kinesiology taping benefits:

• Decreased pain and discomfort
• Decreased swelling
• Faster healing time & recovery

Course content:

• An Introduction To Kinesiology Taping
• Basics of Kinesiology Tape Application
• Contraindications
• Brands and Suppliers
• Practical Applications of Kinesiology Taping
  • Neutral Techniques
  • Stretch Techniques
  • Adaptive Techniques

Prerequisites: Anatomy & physiology and any massage or bodywork qualification at Level 3 or above. You will be required to provide evidence of these qualifications at the start of the course.

Model Required? Yes. You will be required to complete 3 case studies as part of your assessment. Check the contraindications explained in the course to determine suitability for treatment for yourself or prior to choosing your model.

Course Fee includes training materials, assessment and certification

Required Self-Guided (Theory) Learning: 8 hours

Assessment: Completion of our online guided home study including video presentations of the practical elements of the course and preparation of a written assessment, video evidence of your progress and case studies. Your course tutor will be on hand to answer any of your questions as you go through the online course and to give you feedback on your assessment materials prior to certification.

Case Studies Required: 3 case studies are required for this course.

Accrediting Body: This course is fully accredited by the Centre of CPD Excellence and approved as insurable by Insync, BGi UK, Professional Beauty Direct and Westminster Insurance, however please check with your own insurer to see if they will also cover this qualification.

Qualification Attained: Natural Touch Training™ Accredited Diploma

CPD Points: 20