§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

masseur/masseuse

Masseurs/masseuses perform massages to help their clients relax and de-stress according to their preferences.

Description

Masseurs/masseuses perform massages to help their clients relax and de-stress according to their preferences. They use appropriate massages, equipment and oils and also instruct their clients on techniques to improve relaxation.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

contraindications massage theory massage types

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

cosmetic pedicure kinetics cosmetic manicure fasciatherapy shiatsu balneotherapy skin types etiopathy hydrotherapy cosmetics electrotherapy musculoskeletal anatomy energy therapy reflexology

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

give massages maintain privacy of service users manage personal professional development identify customer's needs work ergonomically maintain customer service communicate with customers develop personalised massage plan maintain personal hygiene standards apply massage therapy accept own accountability

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)