LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES

This course will enable you to achieve the national occupational standards in body massage, aromatherapy and reflexology, you will also study anatomy, physiology and pathology ( diseases and disorders) for complementary therapies in order for you to give safe and effective treatments. Relevant health & safety and business practice is also covered. You will also carry out reflective practice and will learn about healthy eating and wellbeing.

You will also be expected to participate in educational visits and additional training days delivered by experts from the industry, keeping you right up to date with the most recent developments in our field of work.

In addition you will learn how to give Thermal Stone treatments.

This course is appropriate for learners wishing to work in the complementary therapy and spa therapy industries as well as within health based settings.

How you will gain the qualification

All qualifications are competence based. You will be assessed throughout the course on your understanding of the theory and your practical skills. Practical assessments are based on your performance when working with paying clients

There are external theory assessments on the underpinning knowledge required for Anatomy and Physiology.

There will be case study scenarios in each of the practical subjects.

Portfolio building is also an integral part of your evidence

What qualifications you need

Ideally you will have successfully completed the Level 2 Complementary Therapies qualification or the Level 3 Certificate in Swedish Massage. This course will suit people who have had a previous interest in Complementary Therapies.

Where to next

You can enter the workplace as a very skilled Complementary Therapist. You can progress onto Degrees in Complementary Therapies or Day Release Beauty Therapy whilst you work. You may also decide to follow a Sports Massage / Therapy route, physiotherapy or nursing.