Anyone can do the training which is a very gentle, rythmic and relaxing form of theraputic touch - exceptionally light, described as a hypnotic dance. It has been used extensively in the States within hospitals by nurses and therapists for post op nerves, on the terminally ill and on those who find touch painful. The technique can be used sitting up, lying down, fully clothed if necessary. In this country I believe, but don't quote me, that it is primarily used in hospice and rehabilitation centres.
There are courses planned up to next March and they run in Colchester, Essex, Dublin and the States. Or you can set up your own with one of the instructors, you need to get more than 12 people which then also gives you as a facilitator a free place. Hey, I should be getting comission!! I only know all this as I've looked into it extensively myself.
To practice professionally I believe that you have to hold a relevant qualification in some discipline of massage. The training can be useful for anyone - therapists, carers etc who have to deal with others who may benefit from massage but are not able to receive one in the traditional sense.