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Faculty of Natural Therapies

MA-01:
Massgae Therapy for Pets

A very rewarding and exciting study syllabus. Those working in the field of animal care and want to specialize in a particular area, this course is perfect for you. Anyone owning a dog, who wants to give them all the benefits both physical and emotional that massage brings, this course is a must.

Program - This is a very popular and and exciting program offering the student participation in a fantastic program to help develop a stronger bond with your pet.

Program mainly focuses on dogs; however the principles taught can be applied to benefit all animals. This exciting and unique program is offered via Distance Education or through our online teaching facility in a progressive learning format, with each section of the program building on from the previous.

Award - This program leads to a:
ASPCS Certificate in Massage Therapies for Pets, which is endorsed by the P.R.I.D.E Guild can be completed at the students own pace and in the privacy of their own home.

Assessments - This program consists of five main modules and assessments and two research projects.

We have been delivering successful training programs in the professional pet care industry for over 10 years and aided many graduates in setting up their own successful business.

Our programs are updated each 6 months, and this professional program is bought to you with proven assessment tasks, beautifully presented materials and professionally trained tutors and assessors that are registered education facilitators to help you throughout your learning journey.

Only $495.00


Develop a stronger bond with your dog through several hands on techniques to enhance the well being of your best friend.

Graduates are using their skills in a broad field of animal welfare including performance training (dogs/horses) rehabilitation nursing, breeding and showing agility and obedience, grooming and wildlife rescue services.

Subjects include:
Module 1 - Basic Anatomy & Physiology
Skeletal Structure
Muscular structure
Circulatory system
Sensory development

Module 2 - Nutrition
Vitamins / Minerals
Why is nutrition so important?
Cooked foods & processed foods
Balanced menu

Module 3 - Massage Techniques 1
Massage philosophy & methods
Health benefits
Massage contraindications
Preparation
Diagnostic massage

Module 4 - Massage Techniques 2
Pet massage techniques
Hand Positions
Massage strokes
Full body massage & methodology

Module 5 - Introduction to Shiatsu 1
Intro to the practice of Shiatsu
Rotations
Stretching and hand techniques
Pressure points