VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapy

What is this course about?

Complementary Therapies are increasing in popularity as an alternative approach to looking after your body. To work in this field it is essential to have recognised qualifications. This course covers many aspects of complementary therapies and is a very intense course, with a combination of theoretical study and practical work.

Unit Titles:-

Mandatory

Principles and Practice of Complementary Therapies

Business Practice for Complementary Therapies

Health, Safety and Hygiene for Complementary Therapies

Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies

Provide body massage for complementary therapies

Reflective practice for body massage

Provide aromatherapy

Reflective practice for aromatherapy

Provide reflexology

Reflective practice for reflexology

Optional

Healthy eating and wellbeing for the complementary therapy client

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs grade A*-C, BTEC 1st Diploma, appropriate NVQ Level 2 or Intermediate qualification. You will have a pre induction interview/assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.
You must be 18+ for complementary Therapy.

How is it taught?

A variety of teaching methods will be used through your training, including practical skills demonstrations, classroom teaching, workshops, role play, discussion and work packs. Some independent study is required for which guidance is given. Practical skills and assessments are carried out on commercial clients within the new purpose built industry standard salon facilities.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment will involve the collection of portfolio evidence, which could include practical observations, questioning, online tests, projects, assignments and case studies. You will be meeting and working with members of the public, including through work experience, and will need to provide a number of paying clients for practical assessment purposes.

What else do I need to know?

This is a vocational course giving you the training and skills needed for employment, so good punctuality and attendance is essential. To comply with industry and awarding body standards for commercial salons, you will be required to purchase a salon uniform and equipment which is available by mail order, an order form will be provided. The recommended salon uniform needs to be worn at all times during practical and commercial salon sessions. A professional appearance is necessary with a good standard of personal hygiene and you will need to be willing to receive and carry out the treatments for which you are training. Some courses have trips or visits which may have a cost attached. You will also have the opportunity to be entered in national skills competitions representing the college.

Optional units may change depending on employer requirements.

When carrying out independent study you will be able to use the College Learning Resource Centres, where you can access computers, text books DVD’s and other learning materials.

You will also carry on developing your Functional Skills such as Maths, English and ICT as these continue to be an important element of study.

What could I do next?

You could progress to the Foundation degree in Complementary Therapies or have enhanced employment opportunities.