ITEC & Certified Massage Courses in London
Do you want to train as a massage therapist? Our professional massage courses give you a recognised qualification from ITEC (International Therapy Examination Council), allowing you to gain insurance via EMBODY and practise aromatherapy professionally.
The majority of our massage students completing professional level qualifications continue straight on into employment with providers including the NHS and Neal's Yard, or into self-employment with Urban Massage or privately as massage practitioners.
Read an interview with massage therapy student Jack O'Neill on what it takes to train as a massage therapist, or with City Lit tutor Farrah Idris.
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- VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage TherapyCourse start date: Fri 10 Apr 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Alex BrennanThis 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 £1299.00. 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 £488.00 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 £1,299.00 Senior fee £1,299.00 Concession £1,299.00 - VTCT Skills Level 3 Technical Specialist in Sports Massage Therapy (Certificate) Fast – TrackCourse start date: Mon 13 Apr 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Alex BrennanStart 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 Free Courses for Jobs initiative is for Londoners aged 24 or over at the start of the course who are: on a low-income; or on certain benefits; or do not have a full level 3 qualification. For more information Click here
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. The Advanced Learner loan available for this course is £1417.00. 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-loansFull fee £1,479.00 Senior fee £1,479.00 Concession £1,479.00 - ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Massage: fast-track
Course start date: Thu 16 Apr 2026 (and 7 other dates)Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Elena De Antoni, Mark WoollardConsidering 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. If you’ve applied for this course and not heard back from us, please email us on health@citylit.ac.uk, or call us (Mon-Fri 10:00-17:00) on 020 8142 4577.
We have a limited number of free places on this course under the government's Free Courses for Jobs initiative.
The Free Courses for Jobs initiative is for Londoners aged 24 or over at the start of the course who are: on a low-income; or on certain benefits; or do not have a full level 3 qualification. For more information Click here
The course fee is £1679.00. 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 £1679.00. 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 £1,679.00 Senior fee £1,679.00 Concession £1,679.00 - Natural facelift: a CPD workshopCourse start date: Fri 17 Apr 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Mark WoollardThis highly effective and popular massage can delay the visible signs of ageing, without the need for invasive surgery.Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £239.00 - ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology: fast-track Course start date: Sun 26 Apr 2026
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Janet LeeGain 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. There is one session per week on this course. It is every Sunday for 13 weeks.
We have a limited number of free places on this course under the government's Free Courses for Jobs initiative.
There is one session per week on this course. It is every Sunday for 13 weeks.
The Free Courses for Jobs initiative is for Londoners aged 24 or over at the start of the course who are: on a low-income; or on certain benefits; or do not have a full level 3 qualification. For more information Click here
The course fee is £1079.00. 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 £1079.00. 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 £1,079.00 Senior fee £1,079.00 Concession £1,079.00 - VTCT (ITEC) level 4 award in Dry Needling Course start date: Wed 3 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Trevor EnglandAdd 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.Full fee £539.00 Senior fee £539.00 Concession £539.00 - ITEC Level 3 Certificate in Lymphatic drainage massage Course start date: Fri 12 Jun 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Mark WoollardLearn 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 £539.00 Senior fee £539.00 Concession £539.00 - ITEC Level 5 Certificate in Sports Massage TherapyCourse start date: Fri 19 Jun 2026
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Alex BrennanBeen practising at level 4 sports massage and wanting to update your skillset? Looking to expand your knowledge to confidently manage the more complex musculoskeletal injuries? If yes, the ITEC Level 5 Certificate in Sports Massage will equip you with these skills and more.Full fee £849.00 Senior fee £849.00 Concession £849.00 - ITEC Level 3 Award in Indian Head Massage Course start date: Sun 21 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Ameena RahmanIndian 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.Full fee £469.00 Senior fee £469.00 Concession £469.00 - VTCT level 3 Award in Crystal therapy Course start date: Sun 28 Jun 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Oge OkohCrystals are much more than just pretty stones; they have been used for their healing properties and as protective amulets and talismans in many different cultures around the world for centuries. Learn how to practice crystal therapy to a professional level on this exciting course.Full fee £479.00 Senior fee £479.00 Concession £479.00 - ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Massage Course start date: Tue 8 Sep 2026 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Helen RennieConsidering 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 24 or over at the start of the course who are: on a low-income; or 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 Level 3 Thai Massage Course start date: Mon 12 Oct 2026
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Diane CooperThai Yoga Massage is dynamic bodywork, manipulating the ’Sen’ energy lines of Traditional Thai Medicine using pressure and stretch, including assisted Yoga postures to balance body, mind and spirit to connect with our inner knowing.Full fee £839.00 Senior fee £839.00 Concession £839.00 - ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage - blended bridging courseCourse start date: Sun 1 Nov 2026
Location on this date: Kean Street Wellbeing Centre
Tutors: Alex BrennanGain 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.Full fee £769.00 Senior fee £769.00 Concession £769.00
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