CERTIFICATE IN ASSISTANT SPA THERAPIST (1 YEAR)

📘 1-Year Syllabus

🧖 1. Introduction to Spa Therapy

• Meaning and purpose of spa therapy
• Benefits of spa treatments for body and mind
• Types of spas (day spa, resort spa, Ayurvedic spa)
• Role and duties of an assistant spa therapist
• Personal grooming and hygiene of a therapist

🧠 2. Basics of Anatomy & Physiology (Intro Level)

• Human body overview: muscles, bones (basic)
• Structure and function of the skin
• Circulatory and lymphatic system (basic overview)
• Body areas commonly treated in spa
• Precautions and contraindications

🧼 3. Hygiene, Safety & Sanitation

• Importance of cleanliness in spa environment
• Cleaning and sanitizing spa tools and equipment
• Handling towels, robes, and disposable items
• Use of gloves, masks, and hygiene kits
• First aid basics in a spa setup

💆 4. Basic Massage Techniques

• Introduction to massage: benefits and uses
• Effleurage, petrissage, friction, and tapotement (basic strokes)
• Body posture and ergonomics of the therapist
• Basic back, neck, shoulder, and foot massage techniques
• Massage mediums: oils, lotions, creams

🪔 5. Basic Indian Spa Concepts (Introductory)

• Introduction to Ayurvedic therapies (Abhyanga, herbal oils)
• Steam bath and herbal compress (demo)
• Indian head massage (basic)
• Use of ubtan and natural exfoliants
• Simple wellness rituals and routines

🛁 6. Body Treatments (Basics)

• Body scrubs (salt, sugar, herbal-based)
• Basic body wraps (mud or herbal) – theory + demo
• Skin preparation before body treatments
• Client comfort and modesty during treatments
• Pre- and post-treatment care

🌿 7. Aromatherapy Basics

• What are essential oils and carrier oils?
• Common essential oils (lavender, lemon, eucalyptus)
• Blending safety and basic applications
• Room setup with aroma diffusers (demo)
• Contraindications of essential oils

💼 8. Client Care & Communication

• Client consultation form and health checklist
• Understanding client preferences
• Spa service etiquette and professionalism
• Maintaining client comfort and confidentiality
• Aftercare advice and product suggestions

🧘 9. Spa Environment Setup

• Preparing treatment room before and after session
• Arranging massage beds, oils, towels, candles, etc.
• Creating relaxing ambience (light, music, aroma)
• Handling laundry and used materials
• Following spa protocol and schedules