If you go down the road a little to Bury then you can train at the Northern Institute of Massage over as many years as you can afford, most of the courses take about a year to complete, with the theory studied at home and you go there for the practical hands on training. http://www.nim.co.uk
Hi UH
It seems to be a growing trend for intensive training. A typical 9 month massage training at college can be the same amount of training hours for a 3 month course or a very intensive 1 week. It's the training hours that the exam boards look at. Personally I think courses should be over a period of time to assimulate the information and develop skills that have been taught.
Hi Luke
Yes I agree with up that to charge a relativity high rate after a short period of training isn't on. Like is many other industries, the rate of pay is/should be partly reflected on experience and competence.
Best Wishes
RP