Short Course: Cosmetic Thermotherapy and Cryotherapy

COURSE CONTENT

This is a combined course leading to an Academy diploma qualifying for CPD points and insurance cover.

3 day intensive course including two days of guided and supported study on underpinning knowledge, one day on-site training at the Academy campus.

To complete the course, delegates will be expected to complete an assignment(s) and pass all relevant exams.

Date: Course dates are flexible and run on a monthly basis please call for details

Venue: Academy of Advanced Beauty Sutton Campus – CB6 2NY

Price: £220

CPD Points: 24

This course consists of theoretical study as well as practical learning and is dedicated to highly motivated delegates.

Short Description of Thermotherapy

Thermotherapy is the therapeutic application of heat increasing temperature and accelerating the chemical reactions in the body. Thermotherapy induces a sense of wellbeing and relaxation due to dilation of blood vessels and increased blood flow to the brain. Heat works by drawing blood into the targeted tissue and helps oxygen and nutrients to pass through efficiently. This treatment also removes cellular waste, reduces tense muscles, decreases muscle spasm and totally relaxes the body. Thermotherapy is already being used on chronic conditions or for persistent aches and muscle discomfort as well as stiffness, muscle spasm and pain relief. Thermotherapy can be offered in collaboration with many other treatments and it is often the preliminary stage of any treatment.

Short Description of Cryotherapy

Cryotherapy dates back to ancient Greece but in 1940 it started to be used successfully to treat acute injuries and assist in rehabilitation. Cold therapy constricts the blood vessels and slows down the metabolism of the cells. This reduces metabolic rate, lowers the need for oxygen and nutrients and slows the rate of cell death. Cryotherapy is already used to reduce pain and swelling caused by sports and other injuries to soft tissue. Because of the excellent results in treating sprains, strains, pulled muscles and ligaments, Cryotherapy is now being utilised in the aesthetics industry with equally promising results. This therapy can be taught either in conjunction with thermotherapy or on its own – please ask for details.

This Cosmetic Thermotherapy and Cryotherapy Course Includes:

UNIT 1

Safe and effective methods of working when carrying out treatments:

Health and safety
Data Protection Act
Client modesty, privacy and confidentiality
Hygiene
Sterilisation methods
Equipment set up and maintenance

UNIT 2

Explain Cosmetic Thermotherapy and Cryotherapy
Skin Aging
Skin Analysis and Client Consultation
Treatment Techniques

UNIT 3

Setting up the Equipment including Maintenance
Preparation of the Client
Contra Indication for Cosmetic Thermotherapy and Cryotherapy
Live Demonstration on Client
Contra Action and Aftercare

UNIT 4

Carrying out treatments:
Live Demo
Step-by-Step
Treatment techniques


UNIT 5

Handling equipment and electrical safety:
Ensuring clients’ well-being during the treatment



UNIT 6

Providing aftercare to the client:
Returning clients and treatment maintenance
Combination treatments

NB

We expect the students to have read the manuals that they will receive prior to the course.

Continual observation will take place during the student's practical session

The final written test needs to be completed at the end of the day to assess the student's knowledge and understanding