Cost�434.00 There might be some extra costs with this course to cover products and to purchase textbooks, as you may find these useful to help with your studies.
Level 3 Swedish Massage Certificate Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, part-time over 20 weeks. The course costs £434, with some extra costs for products and textbooks. You'll develop hands-on technique in classical Swedish massage movements, building the practical skills to deliver relaxing treatments to clients. Alongside massage technique, you'll study anatomy and physiology, health and safety, and client care. You'll need to demonstrate a good level of written and spoken English to enrol.
Who this course is for
Join us for this specialist massage course, where you will learn Swedish Massage techniques, learn how to work effectively as a beauty massage therapist, and provide exceptional client care.To enrol onto this course please visit your nearest Admissions Office Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm from 1st June 2026 onwards.
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.
What you will learn
You'll practise classical Swedish massage movements to deliver relaxing treatments
You'll develop your knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to massage
You'll learn health and safety procedures for a salon environment
You'll build client care skills, including how to consult with and communicate effectively with clients
You'll develop the interpersonal skills needed to work professionally with a range of clients
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical sessions in the salon, building hands-on technique alongside classroom study. Assessment includes a portfolio of evidence, a range of practical assessments, and external written papers covering massage, health and safety, and anatomy and physiology.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. There may be extra costs for products and textbooks during the course.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Massage therapist. Provide Swedish and relaxation massage to clients
Holistic therapist. Offer a range of complementary treatments in a salon or clinic
Beauty therapist. Work in salons combining massage with other beauty treatments
Self-employed massage practitioner. Build a client base working independently
Spa therapist. Deliver treatments in a hotel spa or wellness centre
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy. Broaden your range of massage techniques beyond Swedish.
Level 3 Certificate in Reflexology. Specialise in a complementary therapy that pairs well with massage.
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy. Expand into a wider range of beauty and holistic treatments.
Each of these builds on the anatomy, physiology, and client care knowledge you gain from the swedish massage certificate qualification.
