This ever popular course gives students a fantastic insight into complementary and holistic therapy. If you are thinking of entering this fast growing area of employment then this course will give you a great insight into what is involved.

Many different therapies are covered in the syllabus allowing students to cover many different areas. A good throurough knowledge is given in each which will help students who are seriously considering this field as a carreer decide on which therapy really does suit them personally before pursuing further studies.

Holistic therapist are in great demand and as the general public become more aware of these therapies demand for your skills will grow and grow.

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Are there any previous skills or qualifications required to register for this course?

Good news!! No previous skills are required, allowing students at all levels to enrol. This course presumes no knowledge

What qualification is awarded upon completion?

All successful students will be awarded the UKOC Level Two Certificate in Complementary Therapies.

Am I required to sit an exam?

No Examination is required. This course is completed using the continual assessment method. This allows student support to monitor your progress every step of the way.

Do I have to attend any classes?

No! This course can be completed entirely from the comfort of your own home.

How is my coursework assessed?

There are four grades possible for each assignment. A Fail, Pass, Merit or Distinction can be achieved. If you fail you can re-submit at no extra charge until you get it right! A distinction is the highest grade and requires work of a very high standard and presentation. You will be given guidance to help improve your grades if necessary.

What if I have a question relating to my course?

No problem! All students on this course can email student support with any questions they may have. Monday-Friday

What is included in the cost of my course? 

• Course manual
• Practical DVD
• A4 folder
• Document wallet
• Pen, Pencil and Ruler
• Paper
• Freepost envelopes
• Unlimited email support Monday- Friday

This course comes complete in a college study bag allowing you to transport it and study anywhere. Real flexibility!

What is the duration of the course? Is there a time limit for completion?

This course will take approximately 220 hours to complete. Students can complete as quickly or as slowly as they wish.

What is covered in the Course syllabus?

The course consists of the following twenty one modules. 

Module 1

Health and Safety

• Health and safety legislation
• Personal Hygiene and appearance

Module 2

Foundations of Chemistry

• Atoms and Molecules
• Elements
• Compounds
• Chemical reactions and chemical bonds
• Transfer of substances – how do molecules move?
• The pH scale – potential of hydrogen

Module 3

Understanding Energy

• Yin and Yang
• Meridians
• Chakras
• Ayurvedic influences

Module 4

Anatomy and Physiology

• Terminology
• Organization of the body
• The integumentary system
• The circulatory system
• The lymphatic/immune system
• The skeletal system
• The muscular system
• The respiratory system
• The digestive system
• The nervous System
• The special senses
• The Ear
• The endocrine system
• The genitor-urinary system

Module 5

Client Care

• First Impressions
• Interpersonal skills
• Counselling skills and the therapist
• Protecting yourself
• Preparing for a treatment
• Consultation Techniques
• Contra indications
• After care advice

Module 6

Nutrition

• The macro-nutrients – carbohydrate, proteins and lipids
• Anti-nutrients, enzymes and water
• The micro-nutrients – vitamins, minerals and trace minerals
• A balanced diet
• The nutrition consultation
• Contra indications for nutritional therapy
• Establishing weight parameters

Module 7

Posture and figure analysis

• The process of figure analysis
• Body shapes
• Posture and postural faults/weaknesses
• Examination of muscular condition
• Simple postural exercises
• Concluding a figure analysis

Module 8

Classification of massage techniques

• The benefits and effects of massage
• Classic massage techniques
• Preparation for massage
• Additional massage techniques
• Other massage therapies

Module 9

Body Massage

• A brief overview of the history of massage
• Preparation for a massage treatment
• A sample massage routine
• Muscle stretching and energizing techniques
• After care for massage
• Adaptations to massage
• General adaptations
• Pre-heating treatments (heat therapy)

Module 10

Aromatherapy

• A brief history of aromatherapy
• What is aromatherapy
• What is essential oil?
• The physiology of aromatherapy
• Safety Issues
• Clinical aromatherapy
• The aromatherapy treatment
• After care

Module 11

Chemistry and essential oils directory

• Classification of essential oils
• Chemotypes
• Categories of essential oils
• Synergy
• Harmony
• Directory of Essential oils

Module 12

Holistic Facial

• What is an holistic facial?
• Skin types
• Skin care products
• Preparing for an holistic facial
• Carrying out a skin analysis
• Basic face reading
• Cleansing
• Facial massage
• Adaptation to massage
• Masks
• Contra actions and after care

Module 13

Indian head massage

• A history of Indian head massage
• Contra indications to Indian head massage
• Preparation of therapist, client and treatment room
• Physical and psychological benefits of Indian head massage
• Oils used in Indian head massage
• The massage routine
• Adapting the massage for different individuals
• After care advice for Indian head massage

Module 14

Reflexology

• A brief history of reflexology
• What is reflexology and how does it work?
• Mapping the feet
• Preparing for the treatment
• Contra indications to reflexology treatment
• Reading the feet
• A reflexology treatment
• Treatment techniques
• Treatment adaptations
• Contra actions and after care
• Working the hands

Module 15

Stress management

• What is stress?
• Environmental, emotional, chemical and nutritional stress
• The causes of stress
• The symptoms of stress
• The stress response (stressed out/burnt out)
• How to reduce and/or manage stress

Module 16

Crystal therapy

• A history of crystal therapy
• What are crystals?
• Grounding
• Recommendations for a basic set of crystals
• Types of crystals
• Self-treatment
• Chakra balancing
• Using crystals with other therapies
• Specific after care advice for crystal therapy

Module 17

Colour Therapy

• A brief history of colour therapy
• The electromagnetic spectrum
• How colour therapy works
• Consultation for colour therapy
• Ascertaining colour needs
• Colour in our environment
• Colours used in colour therapy
• Contra indications to colour therapy
• Specific after care advice

Module 18

Thermal auricular therapy

• A history of ear candling
• Contra indications and contra actions to ear candling
• The manufacture and composition of candles
• How do ear candles actually work?
• The benefits and effects of ear candling
• Ear candling treatment
• After care advice
• Essential anatomy for ear candling
• Medical terms explained

Module 19

Reiki

• What is Reiki?
• Intent
• The benefits and effects of Reiki
• Reiki precepts and principles
• Understanding Reiki attunements
• Contra indications and contra actions to Reiki treatments
• Reiki self-healing
• How to give a Reiki treatment to others
• The meaning of the Reiki symbols
• Using Reiki with other treatments
• Causes of dis-harmony and dis-ease

Module 20

Hot stone massage

• A history of stone therapy
• Hot basalt stones
• Cold marine stones
• Standard set of stones
• Contra indication and contra actions to stone therapy
• Massage treatment
• Specific after care advice for hot stone massage

Module 21

Managing and marketing

• Choosing premises
• Business Planning
• Stock
• Accounts and your accountant
• Time management
• Effective marketing

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Can I pay the course fees in instalments?

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What if I receive my course and it’s not suitable?

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