Specialist Massage Certification
Why you should study with us
Specialist Massage Certification
The Specialist Massage Course is perfect for students who are interested in working as a massage therapist. This course will prepare you for everything you need to know to successfully begin a career in this field.
Massage therapy focuses on relieving pain and making clients feel better using basic techniques. As you work through this course, you will learn how to implement specialized techniques into your massage therapy practice. These skills will help to further your client's pain relief and comfort.
When you take this online course, the information is available to you whenever and wherever you need it. You can study at your own pace and access course information 24 hours a day. Some students even work full time while studying, which helps them to achieve an ideal balance whilst working towards their dream.
To access this course, you will require a device that allows you to use the internet. As you go through your training, you will find the short, flexible modules incredibly easy to navigate. If you find you have questions, however, you can access online support while you train.
Before receiving your certification, you must complete and pass a multiple-choice exam. After successfully passing your course, you can download your certification right from home. If you prefer, we can post it to you for an additional cost.
What You Will Learn
The Specialist Massage Course will cover the following information:
- Effective massage therapy treatments and how they work
- About human anatomy and what it means
- The equipment that is used in massage therapy
- The different massage techniques you will use
- Sports massage
- Anti-cellulite massage
- Pregnancy massage
- Medical massage
- Baby massage
Benefits of the Specialist Massage Certification
When you work towards earning your specialist massage certification, you will benefit from the following:
- The ability to study from anywhere at any time that works for you, as long as there is an internet connection.
- Study at your own pace, regardless of how long the course takes to complete, you will still pass.
- You can train from your PC, tablet or mobile phone.
- You benefit from easy to manage modules, which help to make studying a gratifying experience.
- Online support is available to help you stay on the right track.
- Access to a comprehensive syllabus, which puts you on the fast track to becoming a specialty massage therapist.
- Gain prospects while applying for work in the industry.
- Receive a certification that is respected in the industry.
- A pricing structure that is affordable.
This course includes
24/7 Student Support
End of course certification
Lifetime access to your course
Compatible with modern devices
- What massage therapy is and about the heritage/ traditions of massage therapy
- How effective massage therapy can be as treatment and how it works
- The different types of massages and the different techniques they use
- What psychological and physical effects massage therapy has on the body
- About human anatomy and what it means
- All about the central nervous system and the role it plays in the body
- About the structure of the skeletal system and where to locate specific parts of the body
- About the different systems in the body
- About the equipment that is used in massage therapy
- How to use the equipment required for the job
- The different types of oil that can be used
- About the structure of massage tables and how to use them properly
- What kind of massage techniques you can use throughout your career
- About the different types of massage strokes that are used
- What other types of therapies can be used alongside massage techniques
- About reflexology and how to treat different parts of the body
- What a sports massage is and what it encompasses
- Why people will need sports massage therapy
- How to give a proper sports massage
- How to identify common problems in the anatomy associated with sports massage treatment
- What cellulite is and how it is caused
- How Anti-cellulite massage therapy works
- How to give an anti-cellulite massage
- What to avoid when giving an anti-cellulite massage
- The advantages this can give to pregnant women
- Necessary precautions to ensure maximum safety for clients and yourself
- Who should avoid pregnancy massage
- An in depth look on how to give a pregnancy massage
- The importance of being able to accommodate for special groups
- How to give a medical massage to specific groups
- How massage therapy can help different types of illnesses
- Extra precautions that you may need to take
- How to give a baby massage
- What to avoid when giving a baby massage
- How it can benefit both mother and baby
- The techniques that should be used
ID: YDFT67YHJ
of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name
For completing the
Specialist Massage Certification
on 21st November 2025
Selena Hurford
Selena Hurford
Course Tutor
Daniel Morgan
Daniel Morgan
Head of Academy
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.
The course is broken down into 9 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!
Once you have completed all 9 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 9 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.
The pass mark for the test is 70%.
If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.
Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it. If you would prefer us to post you a certificate to a UK address, there will be an admin charge of £10 (certificates sent internationally may cost more).
You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.
You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.
We estimate that the course will take about 6 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.
Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.
What can I say? I Couldn’t wait to get started and the log in details came through via email which allowed me to be able to. The course was highly addictive once I started, it was like reading a book, you never want to put down.
It was very easy to understand and very thorough but above all, very enjoyable and exhilarating. I was only sorry when it came to an end. I am now very much looking forward to applying my newly gained knowledge into the floristry world out there. I just hope they are ready for me. I can only say a big thank you for the opportunity.
Ann Ainsworth
Love this course!! Everything included is so helpful, from the basics straight through to setting up your own salon.
Being a mother and working full time I was able to work at my own pace.
Would definitely recommend!!
Sade Aubrey
Excellent course. I enjoyed doing this course and I highly recommend it to everybody that start in the cleaning industry. Thank you very much.
David Sanchez
I wanted a qualification to back up the practical experience I had gained in my last job. I found logging in and navigating the site very easy and I really like the flexibility it gave me; being able to study around my usual working day. The topics were well laid out and explained and I understood well through relevant examples.
The test at the end was straightforward however some rewording of the multiple answers would make it more understandable. But otherwise I'm really happy with this course and I have actually learnt more than I expected.
I would not hesitate to use this company again and have in fact bought another course since.
Jenna Woollon
John Grover
Great course lots to learn and apply very informative, as a pharmacy assistant this course has given me more knowledge and confidence to provide great services to my customers.
Assignments were easy to follow and I would recommend anyone to study a course at New Skills Academy as you can do them in your own time.
Having a certificate not only boosts my confidence, but also shows my employers that i have learnt new skills and have gained more information that is useful for my area of work.
Thanks very much New Skills Academy, I will study with you again!
Shane Hills
Specialist Massage Certification
The Specialist Massage Course is perfect for students who are interested in working as a massage therapist. This course will prepare you for everything you need to know to successfully begin a career in this field.
Massage therapy focuses on relieving pain and making clients feel better using basic techniques. As you work through this course, you will learn how to implement specialized techniques into your massage therapy practice. These skills will help to further your client's pain relief and comfort.
When you take this online course, the information is available to you whenever and wherever you need it. You can study at your own pace and access course information 24 hours a day. Some students even work full time while studying, which helps them to achieve an ideal balance whilst working towards their dream.
To access this course, you will require a device that allows you to use the internet. As you go through your training, you will find the short, flexible modules incredibly easy to navigate. If you find you have questions, however, you can access online support while you train.
Before receiving your certification, you must complete and pass a multiple-choice exam. After successfully passing your course, you can download your certification right from home. If you prefer, we can post it to you for an additional cost.
What You Will Learn
The Specialist Massage Course will cover the following information:
- Effective massage therapy treatments and how they work
- About human anatomy and what it means
- The equipment that is used in massage therapy
- The different massage techniques you will use
- Sports massage
- Anti-cellulite massage
- Pregnancy massage
- Medical massage
- Baby massage
Benefits of the Specialist Massage Certification
When you work towards earning your specialist massage certification, you will benefit from the following:
- The ability to study from anywhere at any time that works for you, as long as there is an internet connection.
- Study at your own pace, regardless of how long the course takes to complete, you will still pass.
- You can train from your PC, tablet or mobile phone.
- You benefit from easy to manage modules, which help to make studying a gratifying experience.
- Online support is available to help you stay on the right track.
- Access to a comprehensive syllabus, which puts you on the fast track to becoming a specialty massage therapist.
- Gain prospects while applying for work in the industry.
- Receive a certification that is respected in the industry.
- A pricing structure that is affordable.
This course includes
24/7 Student Support
End of course certification
Lifetime access to your course
Compatible with modern devices
- What massage therapy is and about the heritage/ traditions of massage therapy
- How effective massage therapy can be as treatment and how it works
- The different types of massages and the different techniques they use
- What psychological and physical effects massage therapy has on the body
- About human anatomy and what it means
- All about the central nervous system and the role it plays in the body
- About the structure of the skeletal system and where to locate specific parts of the body
- About the different systems in the body
- About the equipment that is used in massage therapy
- How to use the equipment required for the job
- The different types of oil that can be used
- About the structure of massage tables and how to use them properly
- What kind of massage techniques you can use throughout your career
- About the different types of massage strokes that are used
- What other types of therapies can be used alongside massage techniques
- About reflexology and how to treat different parts of the body
- What a sports massage is and what it encompasses
- Why people will need sports massage therapy
- How to give a proper sports massage
- How to identify common problems in the anatomy associated with sports massage treatment
- What cellulite is and how it is caused
- How Anti-cellulite massage therapy works
- How to give an anti-cellulite massage
- What to avoid when giving an anti-cellulite massage
- The advantages this can give to pregnant women
- Necessary precautions to ensure maximum safety for clients and yourself
- Who should avoid pregnancy massage
- An in depth look on how to give a pregnancy massage
- The importance of being able to accommodate for special groups
- How to give a medical massage to specific groups
- How massage therapy can help different types of illnesses
- Extra precautions that you may need to take
- How to give a baby massage
- What to avoid when giving a baby massage
- How it can benefit both mother and baby
- The techniques that should be used
ID: YDFT67YHJ
of achievement
This certificate is presented to
Your Name
For completing the
Specialist Massage Certification
on 21st November 2025
Selena Hurford
Selena Hurford
Course Tutor
Daniel Morgan
Daniel Morgan
Head of Academy
Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.
The course is broken down into 9 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!
Once you have completed all 9 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 9 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.
The pass mark for the test is 70%.
If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.
Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it. If you would prefer us to post you a certificate to a UK address, there will be an admin charge of £10 (certificates sent internationally may cost more).
You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.
You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.
We estimate that the course will take about 6 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.
Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.
What can I say? I Couldn’t wait to get started and the log in details came through via email which allowed me to be able to. The course was highly addictive once I started, it was like reading a book, you never want to put down.
It was very easy to understand and very thorough but above all, very enjoyable and exhilarating. I was only sorry when it came to an end. I am now very much looking forward to applying my newly gained knowledge into the floristry world out there. I just hope they are ready for me. I can only say a big thank you for the opportunity.
Ann Ainsworth
Love this course!! Everything included is so helpful, from the basics straight through to setting up your own salon.
Being a mother and working full time I was able to work at my own pace.
Would definitely recommend!!
Sade Aubrey
Excellent course. I enjoyed doing this course and I highly recommend it to everybody that start in the cleaning industry. Thank you very much.
David Sanchez
I wanted a qualification to back up the practical experience I had gained in my last job. I found logging in and navigating the site very easy and I really like the flexibility it gave me; being able to study around my usual working day. The topics were well laid out and explained and I understood well through relevant examples.
The test at the end was straightforward however some rewording of the multiple answers would make it more understandable. But otherwise I'm really happy with this course and I have actually learnt more than I expected.
I would not hesitate to use this company again and have in fact bought another course since.
Jenna Woollon
John Grover
Great course lots to learn and apply very informative, as a pharmacy assistant this course has given me more knowledge and confidence to provide great services to my customers.
Assignments were easy to follow and I would recommend anyone to study a course at New Skills Academy as you can do them in your own time.
Having a certificate not only boosts my confidence, but also shows my employers that i have learnt new skills and have gained more information that is useful for my area of work.
Thanks very much New Skills Academy, I will study with you again!
Shane Hills
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