Massage Therapy Specialist Diploma Level 3

Massage Therapy Specialist Diploma Level 3 Overview

Build practical massage therapy, acupressure, anatomy, physiology and professional development knowledge with the Massage Therapy Specialist Diploma Level 3. This online massage therapy course is designed to help learners understand the foundations of massage therapy and acupressure, including anatomy and physiology fundamentals, techniques, applications, treating specific conditions, integrative approaches, self-care and professional development.

The course covers introduction to acupressure and massage therapy, anatomy and physiology fundamentals, acupressure techniques and applications, treating specific conditions with acupressure, fundamentals of massage therapy, massage techniques, integrative approaches and professional self-care.

Throughout the course, you will learn how to:

• Understand the foundations of acupressure and massage therapy
• Build awareness of anatomy and physiology fundamentals
• Explore acupressure techniques and applications
• Develop awareness of massage therapy methods
• Understand integrative approaches in massage and acupressure
• Recognise the importance of professional self-care
• Build knowledge for further study in complementary therapy pathways

This Massage Therapy Specialist Diploma Level 3 is suitable for beginners, massage therapy learners, beauty and wellness learners, holistic therapy learners, spa learners and anyone interested in massage therapy and acupressure awareness.

• › Last Audited and Updated: 25th July 2026

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand introductory acupressure and massage therapy principles.
• Develop awareness of anatomy and physiology fundamentals.
• Recognise common massage therapy techniques.
• Understand acupressure techniques and applications.
• Build awareness of integrative therapy approaches.
• Recognise the importance of self-care and professional development.
• Develop foundational knowledge for further massage or holistic therapy training.

Who is This Course For

This course is ideal for:

• Beginners interested in massage therapy
• Holistic therapy learners
• Beauty and wellness learners
• Spa and salon learners
• Complementary therapy learners
• Personal wellbeing learners
• Anyone interested in acupressure and massage therapy awareness

Why Enrol in This Massage Therapy Specialist Diploma Level 3?

Benefits of this course include:

• CPD Accredited Massage Therapy Training
• 100% Online and Self-Paced Learning
• Covers Acupressure and Massage Therapy Fundamentals
• Includes Anatomy and Physiology Awareness
• Covers Massage Techniques and Applications
• Includes Integrative Approaches and Professional Development
• Useful for Wellness, Beauty, Spa and Holistic Therapy Pathways

Career Opportunities

Completing this course can support learners interested in wellness, spa, beauty and complementary therapy pathways.

Potential career opportunities include:

• Massage Therapy Pathway Learner

Use this course as a foundation before progressing into practical massage training and supervised practice.
Average salary: £20,000 to £35,000 depending on setting and experience.

• Spa Assistant

Support spa operations, client care, appointment preparation and wellbeing service environments.
Average salary: £18,000 to £25,000

• Wellness Assistant

Support wellbeing activities, client care and basic wellness service administration.
Average salary: £20,000 to £28,000

• Holistic Therapy Pathway Learner

Use massage and acupressure awareness before progressing into recognised holistic therapy training.
Average salary: Varies depending on training, services and client base.

Assessment Method

The Massage Therapy Specialist Diploma Level 3 is assessed through an online assessment process.

After completing the course modules, learners may be required to complete:

• A multiple-choice assessment
• An online test
• Knowledge-based questions related to the course topics

Learners can complete the assessment online at their own pace, making the process flexible and convenient.

Eligibility Requirements

This course is open to learners from different academic and professional backgrounds.

No previous massage therapy or acupressure experience is required.

This course is suitable for learners who want to:

• Develop massage therapy awareness
• Understand acupressure and massage fundamentals
• Build anatomy and physiology knowledge
• Progress towards further wellness or holistic therapy training

Entry Requirements

• Age Requirement: Learners should be aged 16 or above.
• Academic Background: No formal academic qualification is required to enrol in this course.
• Language Proficiency: A good understanding of English is recommended to follow the course materials effectively.
• Device Requirement: Learners will need access to a smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer with an internet connection.
• Study Commitment: Learners should be prepared to complete the online lessons and assessment independently.

Why Choose Us

• Affordable and engaging online learning materials
• Beginner-friendly massage therapy course content
• Practical knowledge for massage, acupressure and wellness awareness
• Flexible study through a user-friendly online platform
• Efficient online assessment process
• Helpful student support via email