CPD and Short Massage Courses

About Our CPD and Short Massage Courses

Advance your career and refine your skills with our CPD and Short Massage Courses at the School of Natural Therapies. Designed for both beginners and experienced therapists, these accredited courses offer a flexible way to gain new techniques, meet professional development requirements, and stay ahead in the wellness industry.

What Are CPD and Short Massage Courses?

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses are essential for therapists who want to keep their skills up-to-date, learn new techniques, and maintain their professional standing. Our short massage courses are perfect for busy therapists seeking focused training without committing to a long-term programme. With hands-on instruction and expert guidance, you can quickly enhance your expertise and meet CPD point requirements.

Why Choose the School of Natural Therapies?

• Trusted Since 1989: With over 30 years of experience, our training programmes have helped thousands of students excel in their careers.
• Flexible Scheduling: Our short courses are designed to fit into your busy schedule, with options for weekend and weekday training.
• Accredited Training: Many of our CPD courses are accredited by leading organisations, including the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT).
• Expert Instruction: Learn from highly experienced trainers who provide personalised feedback and hands-on guidance.
• Small Class Sizes: Benefit from an intimate learning environment that ensures individual attention and support.

Explore Our CPD and Short Massage Courses

Our wide range of CPD and short courses includes:

• Advanced Deep Tissue Massage CPD Course: Refine your deep tissue techniques and deliver more effective treatments in this hands-on, FHT-accredited course.
• Cupping Therapy CPD Course: Learn this ancient technique to relieve pain and improve circulation. Earn valuable CPD points while expanding your service offerings.
• Pregnancy & Postnatal Massage CPD Course: An intensive course that trains you in safe, effective massage techniques to support and nurture clients through all stages of pregnancy while relieving common pregnancy discomforts.
• Muscle Energy Techniques (MET) CPD Course: Muscle Energy Techniques is an additional ‘tool’ in the repertoire of the manual therapist which contribute to the restoration of the ‘normal’ resting length of muscles.
• Soft Tissue Release (STR) CPD Course: Soft Tissue Release techniques are an interactive method of addressing specific textural differences in the tissue, potentially causing restriction in muscle performance, joint range of movement, irriation, pain and dysfunction.
• Trigger Point Therapy CPD Course: Develop your expertise in managing muscular pain with targeted trigger point therapy techniques. The purpose of this course is to explore the pain and dysfunction created by myofascial trigger points – further to discover and master techniques to address these issues.
• Lower Back Pain Management CPD Course: Gain specialised skills to treat one of the most common client complaints—lower back pain. With such a high occurrence, therapists need to have a deeper understanding of, and possess the hand-skills to address and manage this type of condition.
• Kinesio Taping CPD Diploma: Master the art of kinesiology taping to support injury recovery and enhance athletic performance.
• Advanced Pregnancy & Postnatal Massage CPD Course: Develop advanced skills for pregnancy and postnatal massage, designed to take your expertise in Pregnancy and Post-Natal Massage to the next level.
• Diploma in Oncology Massage & Cancer Care: Specialise in oncology massage with this FHT-accredited 3 day diploma, designed to support clients with cancer safely and effectively.
• Chair Massage Plus CPD Diploma: Learn effective chair massage techniques ideal for corporate and event settings, with FHT accreditation.
• Emergency First Aid & Red Flag Symptoms Course: Be prepared for emergencies with this HSE-approved first aid course, which also covers recognising critical symptoms.
• Level 5 Massage Training Workshop: Refresh, Revise, Develop: Refine and reinforce your Level 5 techniques with this hands-on workshop. This 2 day course is ideal for professionals looking to refresh their skills.

Who Are These Courses For?

Our CPD and short courses cater to:

• New Therapists: Build your confidence and expand your skillset with focused, practical training sessions.
• Experienced Therapists: Stay ahead of industry trends and fulfil CPD requirements to maintain your professional standing.

The Benefits of CPD Training

Continuing Professional Development is more than just a requirement; it’s an opportunity to grow your practice and stay competitive. With CPD training, you can:

• Offer new and innovative treatments to your clients.
• Gain confidence in specialised techniques.
• Meet accreditation requirements for professional associations like the FHT.
• Increase your earning potential by diversifying your services.

Why Short Courses Are Perfect for Busy Professionals

Our short massage courses are tailored for therapists with busy schedules. With options for 1-day workshops and weekend intensives, you can gain practical knowledge without long-term commitments. These courses are ideal for adding value to your practice quickly and effectively.

Learn from Industry Experts

At the School of Natural Therapies, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality training led by experienced professionals. Our instructors bring decades of hands-on expertise and are passionate about sharing their knowledge with every student. With small class sizes and personalised feedback, we ensure you leave each course feeling confident and prepared to apply your skills.

Start Your Professional Development Journey

Whether you’re looking to master advanced massage techniques, earn CPD points, or broaden your expertise, our CPD and Short Massage Courses are the perfect choice. With flexible scheduling, accredited training, and hands-on instruction, you’ll gain the skills needed to excel in your career. Explore our courses today and take the next step in your professional journey.