Full Time Complementary & Alternative Therapies - Diploma
Vocational qualification
In Huntingdon
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Huntingdon
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Duration
1 Year
Principals and Practices of Complementary Therapies. Business Practices of Complementary Therapies. Anatomy and Physiology including Pathology and Advanced Pathology. Body Massage including Reflective Practice. Aromatherapy including Reflective Practice. Reflexology including Reflective Practice. Healthy Eating and Well Being. Health, Safety and Hygiene. First Aid.
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About this course
There are no prerequisites although you should possess good communication, computer and writing skills. You will also be required to undertake BKSB testing in both numeracy and literacy, undergo a skills test and attend an interview with a member of the beauty therapy department.
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Course programme
Course Code :HARA1
Is this course for you
This course is for you if you have an interest in complementary and alternative therapies. You will need to be highly self motivated and possess good organisational and time management skills. Please be aware that there is a large practical element that you are required to complete at home in the form of case studies.
Duration
1 year
What will you study
Principals and Practices of Complementary Therapies * Business Practices of Complementary Therapies * Anatomy and Physiology including Pathology and Advanced Pathology * Body Massage including Reflective Practice * Aromatherapy including Reflective Practice * Reflexology including Reflective Practice * Healthy Eating and Well Being * Health, Safety and Hygiene * First Aid.
How will you be assessed
You will be assessed in both your underpinning knowledge and practical skills in the forms of observations within the commercial salon, case studies, written projects and assignments along with on-line testing and external written exams.
What can you do after course
Having completed Level 3 Diploma in Complementary and Alternative Therapies, this will allow you to seek employment in a salon, health farm, cruise ship or within the healthcare sector as this qualification entitles you to become a member of a selection of professional bodies.
Additional information
Due to the professional nature of the course, it is necessary to purchase a salon uniform and kit (approximately £210). You will be provided with order forms and advice at interview.
Full Time Complementary & Alternative Therapies - Diploma