VTCT Anatomy & Physiology

A critical aspect of this qualification is that the units may be accessed independently to fulfil specific needs. for this reason, they have a common section dealing with the cell, as a fundamental building block.

How long is this course?

This is a Home Study course therefore the length of how long it takes is up to you. However it is advisable that you should take no longer than 6 months. This is for the self motivated! You will be supplied with course book, worksheets and assignments. And will be required to purchase two recommended Anatomy and Physiology Books. However you will be required to attend the centre for a final Anatomy and Physiology written paper.

How is the course taught?

• All home study plus phone calls and emails to check on progress and help with any queries
• There is an optional field trip to the COLLEGE OF BODY SCIENCE in London. All students on course will be informed of dates throughout the year.

Course content

• Cells and Tissues
• Unit 1 Skeleton and Joints
• Unit 2 Blood and Lymphatic Systems
• Unit 3 Muscles and Nervous Systems
• Unit 4 Anatomy & Physiology of Skin and Hair
• Unit 5 Digestive and Excretory Systems
• Unit 6 Respiratory and Olfactory Systems
• Unit 7 Endocrine and Reproductive Systems

Please note Units 1 to 7 have a single test paper attached which will include some questions on core section cells and tissues.

How is the course assessed?

• You will be required to do home study
• There are also assignments and worksheets that will need to be completed.
• There is a single test paper on each unit covered( see course content)
• These are taken at Health Academics either when you are attending another course or a half day trip.

What equipment is required for the course?

Students will need pens, pencils, coloured pencils, notepad and plastic wallets or files to hold course materials and their work. Additionally, there are two anatomy and physiology course books

It is a good idea that you have a pc, laptop or access to one of these as assignments and worksheets will need to be typed up. We also need the facility to email you assignments and worksheets and work can be emailed to us for marking.

Course dates

This course can be started at any time, assignments and worksheets are sent out when you are ready to start a new unit.

You will be required to attend the centre for compulsory test papers. But this can fit around any course that you are attending or a time to suit you by arrangement.