The Academy · Fully accredited
Diploma in Pregnancy Massage
Practitioner training for qualified massage therapists. Two days, hands-on, fully accredited and insurable.
Course overview
Confidently support clients through pregnancy
This comprehensive two-day Diploma in Pregnancy Massage is designed for qualified massage therapists who want to confidently and safely support clients throughout pregnancy. The training combines essential theory with extensive hands-on practice, giving you the skills to adapt massage techniques for each trimester whilst maintaining the highest standards and professionalism.
You will learn how pregnancy affects the body, how to position clients comfortably, how to identify contraindications and red flags, and how to deliver a nurturing, effective full-body pregnancy massage routine. By the end of the course you will feel confident working with pregnant clients and offering this specialist treatment as part of your professional practice.
This qualification is fully accredited and insurable, allowing you to begin offering pregnancy massage immediately after successful completion.
Who it's for
This training is ideal for
- Qualified Level 3 massage therapists
- Therapists wishing to expand their treatment menu
- Practitioners wanting to support pregnant clients safely
- Therapists seeking accredited CPD and specialist skills
What you’ll learn
Theory
- Physiological changes during pregnancy
- Common discomforts and how to support them
- Contraindications and red flags
- Safe positioning and bolstering
- Professional communication and consultation
- When to refer to a midwife or GP
What you’ll learn
Practical skills
- Full pregnancy massage routine
- Side-lying and semi-reclined techniques
- Back, shoulders, neck, arms, hands and scalp
- Legs and feet, with safe adaptations
- Gentle abdominal and chest techniques (optional)
- Flow, rhythm and pressure adjustments
- Safe draping and client comfort
Course structure
Two days, in person, hands-on
- Day 1: Foundations, safety, positioning and upper-body techniques (9:00am to 4:00pm)
- Day 2: Lower-body techniques, full routine, assessment and certification (9:00am to 4:00/4:30pm)
Assessment & certification
What you leave with
You will complete a practical assessment on Day 2. Upon successful completion, you will receive:
- Diploma in Pregnancy Massage, Practitioner Level
- A fully accredited and insurable qualification
- Certificate of completion
What’s included
- Student handbook
- Full tutor support
- Printed handouts
- Assessment checklist
- Accredited certificate
- Ongoing post-course support
Entry requirements
- Level 3 Diploma in Massage (or equivalent)
- A willingness to learn and practise hands-on techniques
Why train with Keely
- Small group sizes for personalised support
- Warm, professional, nurturing teaching style
- Clear structure and high-quality training materials
- Practical skills you can use immediately
How to book
Reserve your place
Spaces are limited to ensure high-quality, hands-on learning. Register below and Keely will contact you with upcoming dates, or get in touch directly on 07869 129245 or keely.brown@sky.com.