About The London College of Massage

Our aim is to make massage widely available to all and to improve the standard of training and position it as a recognised complementary therapy within orthodox medicine.

We have seen the power of touch transform the lives of many of our students. Massage brings a deep sense of peace through profound relaxation of mind and body. To experience this on an individual level is to begin to create it in the world around you. In this way we intend the study and practice of massage to enhance the quality of life for all.

There is no standard qualification or register that is regulated by the government education department although many training establishments offer government recognised qualifications such as NVQ, BTEC etc. Unless training is provided by Adult Education institutions, massage training operates in the private sector through individuals or companies.

Our Diploma is recognised by the APNT, ICM, BRCP and various other associations and will enable you to get indemnity insurance and practice throughout the UK.

The process of Government regulation for this industry is ongoing and we hope that in time it will come into force making it clearer and easier for the general public to recognise a well trained and knowledgeable therapist.

An important part of the Practitioner training is the community based project. The students spends a minimum of 30 hours volunteering massage therapy in various centres which can include schools, charities and carers etc., developing their skills and offering massage where it might not be readily available or affordable. Every year the LCM students volunteer to massage runners at the London Marathon who are raising money for the NSPCC and at other charitable fund raising events.

LCM is a well established school that takes a personal interest in the quality of the qualified therapist and the standard of massage achieved. The experience of the Directors and tutors ensures that the reputation of the LCM practitioners is upheld.