Description

Course Name: Certified Chair Massage Professional for Yoga Clients

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/YM/CCMPYC/V1

Eligibility: 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The course is designed to train massage professionals to provide specialized chair massage techniques tailored for yoga practitioners. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of the physiological and psychological benefits of massage for individuals practicing yoga. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how to integrate chair massage with yoga principles to enhance relaxation, improve muscle recovery, and prevent injuries.

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Chair Massage and Yoga Clientele: History of chair massage, Benefits of chair massage for yoga practitioners, Understanding yoga client needs, Basic anatomy for massage therapists, Differences between chair and table massage, Ethical considerations and client confidentiality.

Module 2: Anatomy and Physiology Relevant to Chair Massage: Muscular system overview, Skeletal system basics, Common muscle groups used in yoga, Understanding posture and alignment, Identifying tension and stress points, Effects of massage on the nervous system.

Module 3: Chair Massage Techniques for Yoga Clients: Basic chair massage strokes (effleurage, petrissage, tapotement), Techniques for neck and shoulders, Techniques for back and spine, Techniques for arms and hands, Techniques for legs and feet, Adjusting pressure and techniques for different client needs.

Module 4: Integrating Chair Massage with Yoga Practices: Timing massage sessions with yoga classes, Complementary breathing techniques, Supporting muscle recovery after yoga, Enhancing flexibility through massage, Working with common yoga injuries, Client communication and feedback during sessions.

Module 5: Safety, Contraindications, and Professional Practices: Contraindications for chair massage, Recognizing when to refer clients to medical professionals, Proper body mechanics for therapists, Hygiene and sanitation standards, Setting up a professional workspace, Legal and insurance considerations.

Module 6: Practical Application and Certification Preparation: Client assessment and consultation, Creating personalized massage plans, Practice sessions and case studies, Handling diverse client needs, Preparing for certification exam, Continuing education and professional development.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

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