Cost£150.00 There could be a few extra costs for this course, as we strongly recommended that you purchase a stone therapy kit. You'll be able to practise and further develop your practical techniques in preparation for the assessment weeks and beyond.
Level 3 Stone Therapy Certificate Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, part-time during the day over 6 weeks. A massage qualification is required to join, so this stone therapy certificate course builds directly on skills you already have. You'll learn to use heated stones to ease muscle tension and deliver a full stone therapy treatment, reducing strain on your hands during sessions. The course costs £150, and a stone therapy kit is strongly recommended for home practice ahead of your assessments.
Who this course is for
Train with us to learn this popular holistic treatment and complement your existing massage skills. Using stone therapy, you'll be able to, relax and ease your client's muscle tension without additional strain to your hands. An essential qualification for any massage therapist.
Entry requirements
You will be required to demonstrate a good level of English in both written and communication skills, in line with the level of the course. A massage qualification is also required.
What you will learn
You'll learn the principles and history of stone therapy massage
You'll develop safe handling and temperature management of heated stones
You'll practise full stone therapy treatment sequences on clients
You'll understand contraindications and how to adapt treatments safely
You'll learn how to consult with clients and plan a treatment
You'll build techniques that reduce strain on your hands compared to manual massage
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus. Assessment includes observed practical treatments and written work to demonstrate your knowledge of stone therapy techniques and client care. You'll be expected to practise your skills outside class, which is why a stone therapy kit is strongly recommended for home use.
What you will need to bring
A stone therapy kit is strongly recommended so you can practise techniques at home between classes. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm any other materials you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Massage therapist: offer stone therapy alongside other treatments
Holistic therapist: work in spas, salons, or wellness centres
Mobile massage therapist: deliver treatments at clients' homes
Spa therapist: provide stone therapy as part of a spa menu
Beauty and wellbeing therapist: combine massage with other holistic services
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy: broadens your range of massage techniques and strengthens your overall qualification profile.
Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology or Aromatherapy: adds complementary holistic treatments to your offer.
Level 4 Certificate in Anatomy and Physiology: deepens your clinical knowledge and supports work in more specialist settings.
