Hopi Ear Candling Course Overview

Ear Candling (technically known as Thermal Auricular Therapy) is an ancient natural therapy, involving the use of ear candles to help address conditions such as excessive or compacted ear wax, glue ear, sinusitis, rhinitis, ringing in the ears, congestion from colds / flu, headaches and migraines.

It is a gentle, relaxing and non-invasive treatment that is an extremely valuable skill to add to any therapy practice. This course is highly practical and will teach you how to apply a thermal auricular treatment safely and effectively to workplace standards.

Course Content

• The history and development of thermal auricular therapy and the use of ear candles

• Features of the ear candles and how they work

• Benefits and effects of treatment

• Related anatomy and physiology

• Common conditions relating to the head and ear

• Indications for treatment and possible contraindications

• Client consultation, record keeping, treatment planning, aftercare and possible contra-actions

• Practical application to include correct positioning and post treatment massage

• Knowledge of expected outcomes of treatment

• Health, safety and hygiene

• Practical workshop

Entrance Requirements – Candidates should preferably hold a Facial or Massage Qualification

Duration - 1 Day

Course Times - 9.30 am to 3.00 pm

Course Tuition Fee - £90

Certification - ‘Diploma in Hopi Ear Candling’

awarded by Helen McGuinness Health & Beauty Training International