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ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Massage

Qualification Number (QN): 603/4092/7

Gain a solid foundation in massage therapy with the ITEC Level 3 Diploma. This 3 month course is perfect for aspiring professionals.

Course Overview

The ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Massage is the foundational course programme for those wishing to start a new career or earn an extra income in complementary therapies.

Once qualified, there are several advanced courses and routes to consider; for example, those who wish to specialise in pregnancy massage, or perhaps oncology massage as a business and client base may do so after completing this diploma course. We have many post-graduate and advanced massage courses to choose from.

Key points about this course

This course is open to beginners with no previous experience
It includes Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology (A&P)
This course run over a total of 3 months approximately and is taught using a blended learning approach. This means that the course will consist of a mixture of high quality recorded lectures, live zoom revision sessions with the tutor, in-class practical sessions + 1 exam day at the end of the course.
Practical massage classes will be delivered face to face, in class on weekend dates (see schedule of dates) from 9:30am – 5:30pm.
Anatomy & Physiology Classes – Blended learning model combining some face to face classes, plus high quality bespoke pre-recorded lessons, blended with live Zoom revision sessions.
Flexible format designed to help learners balance, work, personal and study commitments.
Scheduled release of recorded subject‑matter sessions to build knowledge as the course progresses.
Live tutor‑led revision sessions to reinforce learning and provide opportunities to:-
- Ask questions and clarify relevant topics as needed
- Review key concepts
- Maintain full participation with the programme and ensure manageable pacing of your learning
Accessible and supportive structure of learning.

With a long-standing reputation for learning excellence and on-going tutor support, the School of Natural Therapies’ prides itself on ensuring that students are well prepared for examinations.

Attendance Type

Blended Learning

Qualification

Level 3 Diploma

Location

Battersea, London

Duration

3 month course

Accredited by

Course Fees

Deposit

£295

Cost

£1497

Exam Fee

£148

Course fees may be paid in full or if choosing to spread the cost, the balance may be spread over three instalments of £631:00 X 2 (this includes a 5% admin fee) + £148 exam fee for the last instalment.

These fees include the following:

Guided learning in class & remotely with tutor support.
Direction and support for home study.
Comprehensive SNT level 3 course notes manual.
ITEC Diploma Certificate (on successful completion of all required units)
Notepad and pen.
Advice, guidance and discount with choosing and purchasing a quality massage couch and equipment
A friendly and relaxed learning environment

Spread The Cost

This course is eligible for payment in three monthly installments, with a 20% deposit required upon enrolment, followed by three additional payments. Payments can be made via Bank Transfer or Direct Credit in Branch. View full terms and conditions.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements to enrol on this course. It is open to all who are physically able to give and receive massage therapy (students are expected to deliver and receive massage on the course) and have a reasonable command of written and spoken English language.

Course Structure

This is a fast track, intensive course of study, delivered over a three-month period and designed for those who wish to qualify sooner to start a new career or generate a second income.

The course comprises of four compulsory units, two of which are externally examined – exam days are also held at the school on set dates.

The units comprise of:

Unit iUCT24 – Provide Body Massage for Complementary Therapies

Students will learn how to evaluate deliver an effective massage treatment, stage by stage in a professional manner, whilst considering all aspects of professionalism and safety for the client.

Learning outcomes for this unit include:

Prepare and deliver a body massage treatment, in a safe, comfortable environment, in line with current legislation & working practice.
Through effective client consultation, learn how to respond to any presenting contra-indications and provide a safe, appropriate and comfortable massage treatment as appropriate for the individual client.
Be able to identify important body surface landmarks, such as muscles and bones
Be able to develop a massage routine for each individual client based on their needs and requirements on the day.
Development of a holistic approach – treating the ‘mind, body and spirit’
Correct use and delivery of all classical massage techniques, whilst observing the correct use of body posture/mechanics by the therapist, in order to prevent injury.
Understand the benefits of massage on a physical level
Identify opportunities for self-development and a range of holistic approaches.

Students will be expected to undertake case studies as part of the course at home; however, some of this work will be carried out during the class time as well.
This unit is externally examined by a visiting ITEC examiner and the exam will be 45 minutes long.

Unit iUCT38 – Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Complementary Therapies

Human Anatomy and Physiology and Pathology for Complementary Therapies, covering all major systems and their functions, incorporating:

Cell Structure, Tissue and Skin Cellular Composition
Muscular and Skeletal Systems
Cardiovascular – Heart and Blood Circulation
Lymphatic System – Lymph glands and production of Tissue Fluid
Neurological System – Brain and Nervous System
Endocrine System – Hormonal producing organs and role of hormones in the human body
Respiratory System – Lungs and air pathways
Digestive System
Genito-Urinary System – Kidneys and water metabolism
Reproductive System

Unit iUCT21 – Principles and Practice of Complementary Therapies

Assignment based learning which allows the student to research four other complementary therapies in the form of four assignments – these will be submitted and marked internally by the school

Unit iUCT34 – Business Practice for Complementary Therapies

Assignment based learning – students will write their own business plan in relation to a holistic business – internally marked and assessed by the school

Assessment

On the scheduled course exam day (see listed dates on the course you are interested in attending) there will be 2 separate exams: –

A 45 minute practical assessment, observed and assessed by a visiting ITEC examiner. (Learners are required to bring a model on the day so that the examiner can observe massage delivery)
Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology multiple choice theory test (MCQP) 50 questions – 55-minutes are allowed for this exam paper.
The remaining units, such as business studies are completed throughout the duration of the course and are assessed internally by the tutor – all work is then externally verified by the visiting examiner

Course Dates

January 2027 Intake

Battersea, London

Date & Time	Location
Saturday 09 January 2027 09:00 AM – 17:30 PM	Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Sunday 10 January 2027 09:30 AM – 17:30 PM	Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Wednesday 13 January 2027 18:30 PM – 20:30 PM	Online via Zoom
Saturday 16 January 2027 09:30 AM – 17:30 PM	Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Monday 18 January 2027 18:30 PM – 20:30 PM	Online via Zoom
Tuesday 26 January 2027 18:30 PM – 19:30 PM	Online via Zoom
Saturday 30 January 2027 09:30 AM – 17:30 PM	Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Saturday 13 February 2027 09:30 AM – 17:30 PM	Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Saturday 20 February 2027 09:30 AM – 17:30 PM	Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Tuesday 23 February 2027 18:30 PM – 19:30 PM	Online via Zoom
Sunday 21 March 2027 09:00 AM – 17:30 PM	Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Tuesday 30 March 2027 18:30 PM – 19:30 PM	Online via Zoom
Saturday 10 April 2027 09:30 AM – 17:30 PM	Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Sunday 11 April 2027 09:30 AM – 17:30 PM	Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL
Friday 23 April 2027 09:30 AM – 17:30 PM	Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

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Lesson 1

Saturday 09 January 2027
09:00 AM – 17:30 PM

Location: Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 2

Sunday 10 January 2027
09:30 AM – 17:30 PM

Location: Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 3

Wednesday 13 January 2027
18:30 PM – 20:30 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 4

Saturday 16 January 2027
09:30 AM – 17:30 PM

Location: Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 5

Monday 18 January 2027
18:30 PM – 20:30 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 6

Tuesday 26 January 2027
18:30 PM – 19:30 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 7

Saturday 30 January 2027
09:30 AM – 17:30 PM

Location: Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 8

Saturday 13 February 2027
09:30 AM – 17:30 PM

Location: Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 9

Saturday 20 February 2027
09:30 AM – 17:30 PM

Location: Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 10

Tuesday 23 February 2027
18:30 PM – 19:30 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 11

Sunday 21 March 2027
09:00 AM – 17:30 PM

Location: Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 12

Tuesday 30 March 2027
18:30 PM – 19:30 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Lesson 13

Saturday 10 April 2027
09:30 AM – 17:30 PM

Location: Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 14

Sunday 11 April 2027
09:30 AM – 17:30 PM

Location: Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

Lesson 15

Friday 23 April 2027
09:30 AM – 17:30 PM

Location: Unit 45, Battersea Business Centre, 99–109 Lavender Hill, Battersea, London SW11 5QL

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Opportunities

On successful completion, post graduate students will be able to begin a new career or earn additional income in any of the following ways:

Work in a Spa, health club, hotel, salon
Set up a practice from a spare room at home
Become a mobile massage therapist
Study one of our other diplomas or further advanced massage courses to advance their repertoire
Supplement their income by building a regular client base
Carry out treatments for family/friends or colleagues

Tutors

Latest Reviews

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(236 Reviews)

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Madi Dinsdale

I recently completed the ITEC Level 3 diploma in Holistic Massage course and had a fantastic experience. Helen and Suz were phenomenal tutors, both lovely people and highly engaging - who really know their stuff! I would recommend them to anyone considering a course here.

12 January 2026

Patricia Slater

I have really enjoyed studying for the Level 3 ITEC Massage Diploma. Helen's teaching of Anatomy and physiology was brilliant, she makes a hard subject interesting and easy to understand. Suz was an excellent massage teacher, always attentive and very supportive. I'd strongly recommend this course and I'm going to be booking some CPD courses with them. Thank you Helen and Suz for a fantastic 4 months!

5 May 2025

Jack Nicholas Brown

Helen & Suz are incredibly friendly and attentive teachers -- who create a true sense of community, connection and care whilst on the Holistic Massage course. I felt fully supported and engaged by their vast knowledge and kindness, which instilled a huge sense of confidence in my practice from very early on. The course is: very well-structured; has a great deal of consideration put into it; but as a smaller 'family' school it also gives a great sense of inclusion and attentiveness that might be hard to get elsewhere -- you'd be very hard-pushed to find a course of this quality at a similar price point. Definitely worth the 6-hour round commute from Bristol on the weekends. For this same reason it was incredibly helpful that the Anatomy module is taught mostly over Zoom -- to minimise my trips into London. Jack

12 May 2025

Georgie Dewhirst

I can't share enough how amazing this course was. Helen and Suz are both amazing teachers who really want you to succeed and push you to get the results you want. I learnt so much and can't have imagined doing my massage course anywhere else!

5 August 2025

Todora

I recently completed the 3-month fast-track Massage Therapy course and it was an amazing experience from start to finish! Helen and Suz were absolutely fantastic – full of knowledge, support, and the kind of smart humour that made even complex anatomy lessons fun and unforgettable. Helen’s unique teaching style really helps things sink in – you learn and laugh! We had lots of hands-on practice and feedback from our tutors, which gave us the confidence and skills we need to move forward professionally. The environment was so warm and welcoming – we made real friendships, and I already miss everyone! I’m now seriously considering continuing with Reflexology with them – once you study here, it’s hard to go anywhere else. Highly recommended to anyone looking to start their massage journey with heart and quality. Thank you so much again! 💛

7 August 2025

Laura Bradney

I have recently completed and passed! :) The Level 3 in Holistic Massage. Everything about the course is fantastic. The teaching is outstanding. The resources and supporting materials are so helpful and well put together. The use of online and face to face teaching of A&P works well for those trying to balance work whilst learning something new makes the course very accessible. I cannot recommend the SNT highly enough. Helen, Suz and Marc are extremely knowledgeable and very approachable. The team make the whole experience fun whilst maintaining very high expectations and standards for their students.

27 May 2026

Bex Hughes

I had the most amazing experience here studying my ITEC level 3 massage diploma. Helen and Suz are incredible teachers, both knowledgeable and personable. They put so much time and effort into ensuring each student understands the course material. They have designed the course brilliantly to ensure the best results for students in the practical and theory side of the course. I am so glad I chose to study here and would recommend this school to anyone. SNT cares about the quality of therapist that they are training and they give everyone the best start to their massage careers. All the teachers are lovely. The only place I will study in London!

3 June 2026

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