Advanced Bodywork
Post-Op Recovery Massage (Theory)
A theory-only written course on post-operative recovery massage: clearance, timelines, positioning, gentle technique theory and professional boundaries.
Accredited by VTEC — Vocational Training & Education College. An accredited online course with a 100% student pass rate.
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- Lifetime access — study at your own pace, no renewal
- 100% student pass rate · VTEC accredited
- 10 modules of structured study
- Knowledge checks, case study and final written exam
- Online only — text & PDF lessons, no video
Course overview
Post-Op Recovery Massage (Theory) is an online, text-only course for therapists who receive enquiries from clients recovering from cosmetic or elective procedures. It covers the absolute requirement for written medical clearance, general recovery timelines, positioning and comfort, gentle technique theory, garment and scar considerations in non-medical terms, red flags requiring referral, documentation, insurance and professional boundaries. This course does not teach or authorise clinical treatment.
What you'll learn
- State why written medical clearance is mandatory before any session
- Describe general recovery phases in non-medical language
- Explain positioning, comfort and session length theory
- Recognise red flags and refer appropriately
- Document clearance, consent and sessions correctly
- Define professional and insurance boundaries clearly
What you'll need
- A computer, tablet or phone with internet access
- A PDF reader for the downloadable notes
- A notebook for your written assignments
- Optional: the tools or products named in the course, for your own practice
Who this course is for
- Qualified therapists receiving post-procedure enquiries
- Clinic support teams
- Practitioners building safe referral policies
- Learners seeking theory-based online courses
Prerequisites
- Existing massage, beauty or bodywork training is recommended
- You must be 18 or over
Curriculum
10 modules of written lessons and downloadable PDF notes. No video content — every technique is explained in full in writing, with knowledge checks and completion tracked in your dashboard.
Assessment
How you are assessed
- Final written exam. Final written exam of 30 multiple-choice and short-answer questions drawn from every module. Unlimited attempts, answers and explanations shown.
- Theory-based practical assessment. Theory-based practical assessment: written answers describing your full routine, timings, pressure, safety checks and client communication for a set scenario.
- Case study. Case-study assignment: one written client case covering consultation, plan, session-by-session notes, adaptations made and aftercare given.
- Pass criteria. Complete every lesson in every module and submit the written exam, practical assessment and case study. There are no video submissions at any stage.
Certificate
Certificate in Post-Op Recovery Massage (Theory)
- This is to certify that the named learner has completed all modules and written assessments of the Post-Op Recovery Massage (Theory) online course, delivered in text and PDF format.
- Internally accredited by The Bodywork & Tantra Academy and VTEC — Vocational Training & Education College.
- Unique certificate ID issued per learner and verifiable online.
- Downloadable PDF certificate, issued instantly on passing.
- Your certificate is generated automatically the moment the final lesson is marked complete, with a unique certificate ID and a downloadable PDF.
Important
This is a written, online-only course
All lessons and assessments are written and delivered online with downloadable PDF notes. There are no videos and no in-person days. Studying online builds knowledge; hands-on competence is developed through your own supervised practice, and requirements for professional practice vary by country and insurer. This training is educational and is not medical treatment.