Counselling & wellbeing courses to boost your career
Start a career in counselling, massage and other complementary therapies with our range of accredited courses.
15 courses available
- ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage - blended bridging course
Gain the practical and theoretical skills necessary to provide sports massage therapy. Recommended for practitioners who would like to work in sports and active leisure. You must have completed the ‘ITEC massage diploma’ or equivalent and be confident working independently.
If you have any other queries regarding this course please email health@citylit.ac.uk.Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Sun 1 Nov 2026Alex BrennanFull fee £769.00 Senior fee £769.00 Concession £769.00 
NADA Protocol Ear AcupunctureDo you want to become a certified NADA ear practitioner?
The NADA Protocol is a five-point ear acupuncture treatment that effectively reduces stress and anxiety, chronic pain, symptoms of addiction, supports smoking cessation, weight management and boost overall wellbeing.Full fee £519.00 Senior fee £519.00 Concession £519.00- Reiki 2 CertificateLearn how to use Reiki symbols for distance healing. To be eligible for this intensive workshop you need to be familiar with all the hand positions learned on 'Certificate in Reiki: stage 1' and have practised Reiki regularly on yourself.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £239.00
- Deep tissue massage: a CPD workshop
Expand your skills to apply deep tissue massage techniques with confidence. Learn how to relieve fatigue, muscle tension, and improve flexibility.
This is for therapists who hold a Level 3 qualification in massage.This course is accredited by the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT).
Full fee £279.00 Senior fee £279.00 Concession £279.00 - Counselling: an introduction
Enhance your personal skills, learn more about yourself and take your first step in counselling training on this primarily experiential course, underpinned by the 3 main theoretical approaches in counselling. We have courses running daytimes, evenings and weekends. Whatever your schedule, you can find a course that works for you!
Full fee £439.00 Senior fee £439.00 Concession £285.00 - ITEC Level 3 Diploma in MassageConsidering massage therapy as a career? Learn the theory and practice of massage at a professional level. City Lit is a leading training provider in London for Massage and Complementary Therapies, providing outstanding achievement at high industry standards. Our courses are taught by experienced and practising industry professionals who have current knowledge of the massage sector.
The Free Courses for Jobs initiative is for Londoners aged 19 or over at the start of the course who are: Employed and on a low-income; or Unemployed and on certain benefits; or do not have a full level 3 qualification. For more information Click here
The course fee is £1749.00. If you are unable to pay the course fee upfront, you can choose to apply for an Advanced Learning Loan from the Student Loans Company (SLC) to help cover the cost. The Advanced Learner loan available for this course is £1749.00. The Loan is repayable after the course ends. For more information, please call Health & Wellbeing on 020 8142 4577. You can find more information about the Advanced Learner Loan here www.citylit.ac.uk/advanced-learner-loansFull fee £1,749.00 Senior fee £1,749.00 Concession £1,749.00 - ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Massage: fast-trackConsidering massage therapy as a career? Learn the theory and practice of massage at a professional level. City Lit is a leading training provider in London for Massage and Complementary Therapies, providing outstanding achievement at high industry standards. Our courses are taught by experienced and practising industry professionals who have current knowledge of the massage sector.
The Free Courses for Jobs initiative is for Londoners aged 19 or over at the start of the course who are: Employed and on a low-income; or Unemployed and on certain benefits; or do not have a full level 3 qualification. For more information Click here
The course fee is £1749.00. If you are unable to pay the course fee upfront, you can choose to apply for an Advanced Learning Loan from the Student Loans Company (SLC) to help cover the cost. The Advanced Learner loan available for this course is £1749.00. The Loan is repayable after the course ends. For more information, please call Health & Wellbeing on 020 8142 4577. You can find more information about the Advanced Learner Loan here www.citylit.ac.uk/advanced-learner-loansFull fee £1,749.00 Senior fee £1,749.00 Concession £1,749.00 - VTCT Skills Level 3 Technical Specialist in Sports Massage Therapy (Certificate) Fast – Track
Start your training to become a qualified Sports Massage Therapist with our VTCT Skills Level 3 Certificate Technical Specialist in Sports Massage Therapy (This replaces the old VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy). This course is designed for those with no prior Knowledge and / or as a progression for Level 3 Personal Trainers. This course provides you with the qualification and training required to work as a Professional Sports Massage Therapist at level 3enables you to progress onto the Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage. This course runs on a Friday daytime.
The course fee is £1479.00. If you are unable to pay the course fee upfront, you can choose to apply for an Advanced Learning Loan from the Student Loans Company (SLC) to help cover the cost (Amount available £1417). The remaining fee of £62.00 will need to be paid at enrolment. If you are unable to pay this fee upfront, you can talk to our Information, Advice and Guidance team who will advise you on other financial support available. You can contact the Advice and Guidance Team by phone on (0203 871 3111) or by email: advice@citylit.ac.uk. The Loan is repayable after the course ends. For more information, please call Health & Wellbeing on 020 8142 4577. You can find more information about the Advanced Learner Loan here www.citylit.ac.uk/advanced-learner-loans
The Free Courses for Jobs initiative is for Londoners aged 19 or over at the start of the course who are: Employed and on a low-income; or Unemployed and on certain benefits; or do not have a full level 3 qualification. For more information Click here
The course fee is £1549.00. If you are unable to pay the course fee upfront, you can choose to apply for an Advanced Learning Loan from the Student Loans Company (SLC) to help cover the cost. The Advanced Learner loan available for this course is £1417.00. The remaining fee of £132.00 will need to be paid at enrolment. If you are unable to pay this fee upfront, you can talk to our Information, Advice and Guidance team who will advise you on other financial support available. You can contact the Advice and Guidance Team by phone on (0203 871 3111) or by email: advice@citylit.ac.uk. The Loan is repayable after the course ends. For more information, please call Health & Wellbeing on 020 8142 4577. You can find more information about the Advanced Learner Loan here www.citylit.ac.uk/advanced-learner-loansFull fee £1,549.00 Senior fee £1,549.00 Concession £1,549.00 - VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage TherapyThis specialist qualification will equip you with a range of advanced techniques required by sports massage practitioners. Recommended for practitioners who are currently working in sport and active leisure, including osteopaths, physiotherapists, sports therapists and massage therapists. You must have completed the ITEC level 3 diploma in Sports Massage or equivalent and be capable of working independently.
The course fee is £1349.00. If you are unable to pay the course fee upfront, you can choose to apply for an Advanced Learning Loan from the Student Loans Company (SLC) to help cover the cost. The Advanced Learner loan available for this course is £811.00. The remaining fee of £538.00 will need to be paid at enrolment. If you are unable to pay this fee upfront, you can talk to our Information, Advice and Guidance team who will advise you on other financial support available. You can contact the Advice and Guidance Team by phone on (0203 871 3111) or by email: advice@citylit.ac.uk. The Loan is repayable after the course ends. For more information, please call Health & Wellbeing on 020 8142 4577. You can find more information about the Advanced Learner Loan here www.citylit.ac.uk/advanced-learner-loansKean Street Wellbeing Centre
Fri 15 Jan 2027Alex BrennanFull fee £1,349.00 Senior fee £1,349.00 Concession £1,349.00 - Reiki 1 CertificateLearn how to channel the gentle healing energy of Reiki, Japanese for 'universal energy'. Ground, centre and protect yourself, and learn a variety of treatments to practise on friends and family.Full fee £229.00 Senior fee £229.00 Concession £229.00
- ITEC Level 3 Certificate in Lymphatic drainage massage
Learn how to provide a Lymphatic Drainage Massage using the classical lymphatic drainage techniques, including and the extraordinary benefits of this treatment. Prior experience: you must have completed the ITEC massage diploma or equivalent.
Full fee £559.00 Senior fee £559.00 Concession £559.00 - ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology: fast-trackGain a recognised qualification in reflexology which will enable you to practise professionally. This is a FASTRACK, low cost course taught by experienced industry professionals. You must have completed the ‘ITEC massage diploma’ or equivalent and preferably an introductory reflexology course.
The Free Courses for Jobs initiative is for Londoners aged 19 or over at the start of the course who are: Employed and on a low-income; or Unemployed and on certain benefits; or do not have a full level 3 qualification. For more information Click here
The course fee is £1129.00. If you are unable to pay the course fee upfront, you can choose to apply for an Advanced Learning Loan from the Student Loans Company (SLC) to help cover the cost. The Advanced Learner loan available for this course is £1129.00. The Loan is repayable after the course ends. For more information, please call Health & Wellbeing on 020 8142 4577. You can find more information about the Advanced Learner Loan here www.citylit.ac.uk/advanced-learner-loansKean Street Wellbeing Centre
Sun 25 Apr 2027Janet LeeFull fee £1,129.00 Senior fee £1,129.00 Concession £1,129.00 - Reiki Master CertificateReceive your master attunement. Learn how to attune others to all levels of Reiki, step by step. You'll get guidance on preparing a Reiki manual and on setting up workshops. You need to have completed Reiki certificates 1 and 2 and to be able to draw the Reiki symbols from memory. Students will be selected through an application process.
Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Sun 30 May 2027Oge OkohFull fee £379.00 Senior fee £379.00 Concession £379.00 - VTCT (ITEC) level 4 award in Dry NeedlingAdd dry needling into your therapy toolkit to effectively treat myofascial trigger points. This five day accredited training will enable you to safely and effectively integrate dry needling into your current treatment.
Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Wed 9 Jun 2027Trevor EnglandFull fee £559.00 Senior fee £559.00 Concession £559.00 - ITEC Level 3 Award in Indian Head MassageIndian Head Massage is an ancient tradition that provides many therapeutic benefits. Learn the theory and practice of Indian Head massage at a professional level. City Lit is a leading training provider in London for Massage and Complementary Therapies, providing outstanding achievement at high industry standards. Our courses are taught by experienced and practising industry professionals who have current knowledge of the massage sector.
Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Sun 20 Jun 2027Ameena RahmanFull fee £469.00 Senior fee £469.00 Concession £469.00
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