The Advanced Holistic and Spa Group

Start Date: September 2010

End Date: June 2011

Venue: Coleg Powys Llandrindod Wells

Tutor: Maureen Abraham

Who is this course for? For people who wish to pursue a career or interest within the expanding field of Spa, Holistic and Complementary Therapies. Individuals undertaking this programme will find it challenging and rewarding. The course covers in detail all the skills you need to be a succesful therapist. Applications from mature candidates are particularly welcomed.

Previous knowledge required: Prospective candidates must: be 16 years of age or over on entry to the course; have a committment to working with the general public and be successful at college interview and meet the necessary entrance requirements

What will I study? Reflexology Aromatherapy Indian Head Massage Remedial Massage You will have the option to complete Spa Therapy speacilist units In addition students will have the opportunity to work towards: Key Skills Awards OCN Credit in College Induction, Career Education, Work Experience and Introduction to Enterprise GCSE Maths and English (if required) Other specialist units or awards There is a option for continuation in order to gain further therapy qualifications

What else will I do? During your time studying these qualifications you will be working commercially in well-equipped salons on members of the public. You will effectively treat clients on a regular basis. Salon management skills are realistically taught alongside formal training in practical skills. While you are studying for your qualification here at Coleg Powys you will have the opportunity to attend additional seminars and workshops often with well known outside speakers within the industry.

How will I be assessed? You will be assessed by practical observations of the new skills you have learnt and also be required to produce written work in the form of assignments and case studies. You will also be asked to sit written tests to show your understanding of the subjects.

What will I achieve? You will achieve the Holistic Therapies Diploma (including Reflexology and Aromatherapy) Remedial Massage which is a deep tissue massage for sports injuriess, Indian Head Massage which will give you insight into Ayverdic treatment.

What can I do afterwards? The Spa and Holistic industry is one of the fastest growing in the world. You will have opportunities to work in Spas as either a Spa or Holistic Therapist. Opportunities are also avaliable on cruise liners, health clubs, local salons and hospices. There are many avenues in which you can apply your skills. You may also want to use your new skills to develop your own Holistic or Spa business either opening your own treatment room or being a mobile therapist. You many also want to go onto study at a higher level, for example a Degree in Spa Management or a Complementary Therapies Degree.

Materials required: You will be required to purchase a uniform and text books. Details will be given at interview.

Additional information about this course: UNKNOWN