What do our past students think about their training?

“Excuse the pun but the hands-on practical teaching of this course was excellent. Having had massages from those on other courses it has shown me how fortunate I (and all my clients) have been to have had my training by Peter and his team of instructors. The techniques, style and depth have proved so beneficial to myself and many others – it’s not just massage – it’s the teaching of Acupressure as well as principles of Tai Chi as well incorporated into how to give great massage.” Mark Behard, Waterford Therapeutic Massage, Sports and Remedial Massage

“The training I received at the N.H.C. was excellent and I am pleased to say that the back up over the past 8 years was great. My clients have benefited also from the workshops the Centre has held over the years, and I would not hesitate to recommend [the Centre] to anyone who wants to train in complementary therapies.” P.W., Mitchelstown Therapeutic Massage, Reflexology – “High standard of teaching with a lot of extras supplied because of extensive knowledge of body work by the instructor. Variety of techniques especially in the neck and shoulder areas. I have a large client base and a busy practice because of the training I received.” Ann Ebbs, UK Therapeutic Massage, Sports and Remedial Massage

“I have trained in The Natural Healing Centre and found the courses to be very thorough and well structured. Courses [are] divided up between theory and practical work. Theory was in depth and covered a wide range of issues. This gave me an excellent knowledge base with which to work professionally. Practical work provided opportunities to practice the skills learned in class and linked in with theory being learned also. I gained a wide range of skills and the confidence to use them to effectively treat many sports-related problems. Professionally, I enjoyed being able to identify and diagnose common musculo-skeletal/sports problems effectively and advise clients about same. The Centre was very helpful with advice for setting up a practice as well as how to go about getting membership/insurance post graduation. This led to work being carried out professionally and clients getting the best possible treatment." M.L., Killarney Therapeutic Massage, Sports and Remedial Massage

“I am a full-time therapist for several years. When I started out, I researched a number of training centres before choosing the Natural Healing Centre. I was so impressed with the high standard of tuition that I went on to do two more courses with them – I have found all three courses to be excellent, they were very well structured and comprehensive. I particularly enjoyed the practical side of the training. The tutors were always helpful and very knowledgeable. The classes were all kept small in number to allow for all of the students to obtain individual attention. I learned and developed new practical skills at The Natural Healing Centre, and it was great ‘craic’ in the process. I obtained my first permanent slot in a well known Cork clinic some years back. I had only worked [there] a few months when all my hours were booked 3 months in advance. People recognise good training and are happy to return to a therapist who is properly qualified. As a full time practitioner, I would highly recommend the courses at The Natural Healing Centre. The standard is excellent and they are pro-active in the course development." F.E., Cork Reflexology, Therapeutic Massage, Sports and Remedial Massage

“From the first day I entered the NHC in 2000 I found a great sense of warmth and friendship which made you feel at ease before the hard work started. The course and training … entailed a lot of study, you were helped and encouraged in every aspect of same, and every detail was explained in a very professional manner. The course was very educational while also very enjoyable, and a great bond formed with both teacher and classmates with plenty of light hearted moments; not all hard work. The positive result for me personally after gaining diplomas in Therapeutic Massage and Sports and Remedial Massage…is now presently I’m setting up my own practice. This I do very confidently, thanks to the professional and diligent manner I was educated in, thanks in no uncertain way to the wonderful people at The Natural Healing Centre." Brian Mooney, Cork Therapeutic Massage, Sports and Remedial Massage

“I did the Therapeutic Massage and Sports and Remedial Massage diploma courses along with a number of [Postgraduate] Advanced Massage Seminars at the NHC. Not only are the courses educational and informative but the techniques work. I’ve had fantastic results. My clients are happy and recommend me to their friends and family on a regular basis. I wish every success to all of the staff at The Natural Healing Centre with future courses." Nicola Farrissey, Cork Therapeutic Massage, Sports and Remedial Massage

“I found the whole experience of completing the course at the Natural Healing Centre was extremely rewarding, enlightening and a pleasure. Our tutors were friendly, encouraging, informative and completely supportive and approachable. They were willing to teach and guide all individuals to their needs and wants in our class. I feel we all have a very good knowledge of our chosen therapy. The course was very detailed. I also felt the confidence that our tutors instilled in us as we all began and progressed was wonderful. Many thanks to our tutors who gave us time and encouraged us to improve and keep at it. I would, and will continue to praise and recommend the centre to friends and stranger who are looking to study alternative therapies." C. Drake, Carrigaline Therapeutic Massage

“The trainers at the Natural Healing Centre were very knowledgeable and professional. Training was very in depth and covered all areas, including how to set up your own practice after the course. Would definitely recommend and am considering joining some of their other courses.” Holger Haase, Cork Therapeutic Massage