HNC Complementary Therapies
HNC
In Greenock
Description
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HNC
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Location
Greenock (Scotland)
This course enables candidates to gain knowledge and practical skills of three areas of Complementary Therapies: Aromatherapy, Reflexology and Massage. By experiencing all three disciplines at HNC level the candidate can then make an informed choice to specialise in a particular therapy at HND level. Investigation and research skills are included with empathetic client care and therapeutic.
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About this course
Level III Holistic Therapies, SVQ Level III Beauty Therapy (General, Nails or Spa Route). Health care service employees and candidates with no prior practical experience would be considered after an individual interview.
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Course programme
Course Aims:
This course enables candidates to gain knowledge and practical skills of three areas of Complementary Therapies: Aromatherapy, Reflexology and Massage. By experiencing all three disciplines at HNC level the candidate can then make an informed choice to specialise in a particular therapy at HND level. Investigation and research skills are included with empathetic client care and therapeutic interaction with others.
Course Content:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Health and Safety
- Research and Methodology
- Professional issues in practice
- Aromatherapy
- Reflexology
- Body Massage
HND Complementary Therapies
Career Potential:
On completion of HNC it is advised to progress to HND to enable candidates to enhance their specialism to a higher national diploma standard. Employment opportunities at level 7 are to work to an HNC standard as a self employed complementary therapist, to work within a clinic spa environment. There may also be opportunities to work within the National Health Service.
Course Assessment:
Practical and theoretical assessments will take place throughout the course and will include a Graded unit to assess the candidates ability to integrate and apply the knowledge and skills gained and receive a grade for achievement.
HNC Complementary Therapies