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What is Lymphatic Drainage Massage?
Lymphatic drainage is a holistic approach to promoting a healthy lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a complex network of vessels and ducts that move fluid throughout the body and is responsible for moving toxins away from healthy cells and carrying germ-fighting materials to cells when they are under attack by viruses. Though fluid moves through the lymphatic system, it does not have its own pumping mechanism. Lymphatic drainage is a type of therapy that is intended to help the body produce a free-flowing lymphatic system.
Lymphatic drainage therapy consists of a manual massage, performed by a lymphatic drainage therapist. A lymphatic drainage massage primarily focuses on specific lymph nodes and points of the body, as well as the natural flow of the lymphatic system. Proponents of lymphatic drainage believe that the process will reduce blockages of the lymphatic system, which in turn promotes a healthier body.
When the lymphatic system becomes blocked, lymph nodes may become swollen. Further, the system fails to remove the body’s toxins and can even affect white blood cell counts. Lymphatic drainage is believed to reduce blockage, which promotes health in the lymphatic system as well as other bodily systems such as the circulatory, respiratory, muscular and endocrine systems. Some therapists believe that lymphatic drainage therapy can also reduce allergies, menstrual cramps, colds and other viruses.
Course Syllabus
Course Aims and objectives
The ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Lymphatic Drainage Massage has a pre-requisite of the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage, or the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Body Treatments. The ITEC Diploma in Lymphatic Drainage Massage comprises of ITEC Unit 8 Lymphatic Drainage Massage.
Unit 8 has 3 elements– theory, practical and case studies.
The main aim of the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Lymphatic Drainage Massage is to enable candidates to provide treatments for the purposes of relaxation and stress release and to aid retention of excess fluid.
It also aims:
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to provide skills at Level 3 in the National Qualification Framework for those interested in the Complementary Therapy/Care industry
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to provide opportunities for staff in the Complementary Therapy/ Care industry to gain a Level 3 qualification
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to qualify candidates as massage Therapists at Level 3 in the Complementary /Care industry
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to sustain the interest of candidates wanting to work in the Complementary Therapy industry
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to encourage knowledge and understanding for the Complementary Therapy/Care industry at Level 3
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to provide opportunities for candidates to focus on the development of the major Key skills and the wider Key skills in a Therapy context such as communicating with clients, working with others and problem solving
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to provide opportunities for candidates to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in employment as Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapists.
The candidate will study the theory of all treatments as well as the contraindications and the underpinning knowledge and skills required to successfully perform a Lymphatic Drainage Massage treatment.
Case studies are also required to be completed for this award. The case studies form the internal assessment and should be assessed throughout the training by the tutor using the ITEC Case Study Guidance sheet. The case studies are then verified by an ITEC Examiner at the end of the course during the visit for invigilating the practical examination. The case studies ensure that a variety of clients must be consulted and treated in all the above areas and the outcomes of the treatments must be documented in order to gain experience of working with a variety of clients and conditions whilst candidates are still under supervision. Detailed rationales for the type of Lymphatic Drainage Massage treatment and outcomes must be shown, as well as after care.
The examinations consist of the following;
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A theory paper comprising of 25 questions on each element of the syllabus for the duration of 30 minutes
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A Practical exam conducted by an ITEC Practical Examiner for unit 8.
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Internal Assessment of ALL case studies by the College Lecturer and External Verification by the ITEC Practical Examiner.
As indicated above all aspects of the award are examined externally by ITEC Practical Examiners.
Recommended prior learning
It is recommended that candidates should have achieved a level of education equivalent to leaving certificate standard, prior to commencing the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Lymphatic Drainage Massage. However, exemptions may be made for adults returning to education with experience of the work place.
There is also a pre-requisite of the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage, the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Body Treatments or equivalent
Opportunities for progression
Once candidates have achieved the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Lymphatic Drainage Massage they may progress on to other ITEC or equivalent awards at level 3, for example:
• Spa Treatments
• Aromatherapy Massage
• Reflexology
• On Site Massage
• Indian Head Massage
• Sports Massage
This award qualifies graduates to operate their own clinic or home visiting practice. Graduates can also gain employment in Salons, Health Club, Health Farms, Spas and Liners, NHS Trust and various aspects of the Care Industry.
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance can be obtained via ITEC Professionals and other Industry Associations who recognise the ITEC Diploma.
Relationship to National Occupational Standards
As there are currently no National Occupational Standards for Unit 8 Lymphatic Drainage Massage, by which to map the unit, ITEC has ensured that best practice in the workplace has been reflected in the syllabus. ITEC has linked the qualification to the relative job role as well as ensuring that the syllabus reflects the required level of knowledge and ability for the Therapist.
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