Gua Sha Facial Massage Online Course

Gua Sha massage is a manual therapeutic technique originating from traditional Chinese medicine. It involves working with the tissues using specially shaped scraping tools, influencing microcirculation, lymphatic drainage, tissue tension, and overall skin quality.

This training presents Gua Sha massage as a conscious manual procedure, including the anatomy of facial tissues, client qualification, selection of tools and glide products, and control of movement direction, pressure, and tissue response during the treatment.

What you will learn - theory

1. Gua Sha massage as a manual therapy technique
2. principles of tissue work and movement directions of the Gua Sha tool
3. the mechanism of massage action on the skin and subcutaneous tissues
4. the effects of Gua Sha massage on microcirculation and lymphatic drainage
5. tools used in Gua Sha massage
6. treatment areas in Gua Sha massage
7. general anatomy and skin anatomy
8. skin aging processes and the selection of massage techniques
9. movement directions aligned with the lymphatic system
10. control of pressure and working rhythm with the Gua Sha tool
11. skin types and tissue reactivity in Gua Sha massage
12. normal, dry, oily, and combination skin
13. dehydrated skin, impaired hydrolipid barrier, acne-prone skin, and hyperpigmentation
14. contraindications for performing the massage
15. principles of safety, hygiene, and pressure control when working with the tool
16. glide products used in Gua Sha massage
17. principles of product selection according to skin type
18. products used for cleansing, exfoliation, ampoules, masks, and creams
19. skin care after the massage
20. post-treatment recommendations
21. combining Gua Sha massage with other professional treatments

What you will learn - practice

1. preparing the treatment room and workstation
2. workflow in the treatment room during the massage
3. selection of products and materials
4. preparing the client for the massage
5. Gua Sha massage step by step

What you receive

• immediate access after purchase
• instructional video materials for hands-on learning
• interactive theoretical modules
• knowledge assessment quiz with unlimited attempts
• downloadable certificate upon course completion
• curated list of recommended professional products
• regular content updates
• access on computer, phone, and tablet
• unlimited review of all course materials
• readiness to implement the treatment in a professional setting
• 12 months of 24/7 access with an extension option

Quiz and certificate

• the final quiz becomes available after completing the course
• the certificate is generated automatically upon successfully passing the quiz
• the certificate remains permanently available for download in your user dashboard

Our training programs are currently being expanded. Enrollment will reopen shortly.