Level 2 Diploma in Complementary Therapies

Course

In Carlisle

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Carlisle

  • Start date

    Different dates available

With the ever-increasing pressures of today’s hectic lifestyles, more and more people are exploring Complementary Therapies as a way to help achieve both physical and psychological well-being. This one-year course will provide you with an understanding of the skills required to work in this sector as a practitioner of Complementary Therapies.With the ever-increasing pressures of today’s hectic lifestyles, more and more people are exploring Complementary Therapies as a way to help achieve both physical and psychological well-being. This one-year course will provide you with an understanding of the skills required to work in this sector as a practitioner of Complementary Therapies.

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Location

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Carlisle (Cumbria)
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Victoria Place, CA1 1HS

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Subjects

  • Skills and Training
  • Basic
  • Basic IT training
  • Basic IT

Course programme

Course Content

You will study the following units and on completion will achieve a VTCT Diploma in Complementary Therapies;

  • Basic body massage
  • Basic aromatherapy
  • Basic reflexology
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Business practice
  • Principles and practice of complementary therapies
  • Healthy eating and wellbeing for client

As part of your course, you will be required to study towards functional skills or GCSE in Maths & English.


Method of Study

The course is delivered using a combination of practical work supported by theory sessions. You will spend time in Carlisle College's own commercial salon.

This will help develop your confidence, communication skills and ability to deal with and work with clients.

There will also be opportunities for you to visit beauty exhibitions throughout the country, and there will be guest speakers who will teach you the secrets of their skills. In order to successfully complete your practical skill assessments, students are required to provide suitable clients for treatments and case studies.

Additional information

Method of Assessment

Assessment will be completed by:

  • Practical observations
  • Oral questions
  • Written assessments
  • Online exams
  • Case studies
  • Written assignments

An element of external assessment will also be used. During the course you will also produce a virtual portfolio of evidence.

Level 2 Diploma in Complementary Therapies

Price on request