VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Complementary Therapies (VRQ) course

Ofqual / government regulated qualification

Exam board: VTCT (Vocational training & charitable trust)

VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Complementary Therapies (VRQ) course

Description:

The VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Complementary Therapies (QCF) is a knowledge-based qualification which will provide you with a sound foundation to pursue a career as a complementary therapist.

This qualification will develop your knowledge and understanding of the organisation of the body, and the structure, function and pathologies of the skin, hair and nails.

You will also learn about the structure, function and pathologies of the human body systems including, the skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, respiratory, cardiovascular, digestive,

urinary and reproductive system.

This qualification is through the exam board - The VTCT (Vocational training and charitable trust) and is Ofqual regulated

Course information

Venue & exam dates:

Scroll down the page for details of venue, course dates and to book the course

Pre-requisite / Entry level:

None

Course format:

Online learning modules + revision + exam

Attendance:

1 exam day

Course content:

Unit - UV31299 - Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies

Duration:

GLH (Guided Learning Hours): 94

(GLH incl’s. practical, coursework, case studies, assessments, research/reading, revision, written exams)

Exam board:

VTCT - Vocational training & charitable trust

(Ofqual / government regulated - www.vtct.org.uk)

Career potential:

This qualification can lead you into complementary therapy &/or massage - employed or self-employed, working in a salon or spa or as a home / mobile therapist.

Additional Costs:

You may wish to purchase a text book to assist with your learning, as well as revision props, i.e., anatomy and physiology colouring books / crossword book

Qualification gained:

VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Anatomy,

Physiology and Pathology for Complementary Therapies (VRQ)

Qualification reference:

VTCT code: AC30407

Qulaification no: 600/4845/1

This qualification has been mapped to

the relevant NOS, and is regulated on the

Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

This qualification is approved and supported by Skills for Health, the sector skills council for health.

This qualification is a VRQ (Vocationally Related Qualification.)

Insurance:

Please check your insurance companies requirements before enrolling on the course? (It is the students responsibility to check coverage with their insurers BEFORE enrolling on this course.)

Check out our Insurance page, if you are looking for insurance.

Course dates & venues

This course is available at the following venues:

Venue:

Bideford, Devon

Exam Date:

Self-study course with exam date booked during your induction call)

1 date to attend at our Bideford, Devon venue

+ monthly live zoom video coursework support lessons (dates tbc)

View our course calendar here to see our upcoming exam dates

Course calendar

DATES ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE

Course Fee

£297

Course info & booking link

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Course curriculum

1

Section 1 - Welcome to the course
- Copyright
- Module 1 - Welcome to the course
- Module 2 - Course format
- Module 3 - Course Introduction
- Module 4 - Preparing your E-Portfolio
- Module 5 - VTCT Assessment logbook
- Module 6 - Knowledge assignment questions (coursework)
- Module 7 - Exams
- Module 8 - Induction
- Module 9 - Checklist
- Module 10 - Access to pathologies assignments & A&P revision
2

Section 2 - Pathologies of the body systems - Assignment work
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Understand the organisation of the body
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the skin, hair and nails
- Module 3 - Assignment 3 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the skeletal system
- Module 4 - Assignment 4 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the muscular system
- Module 5 - Assignment 5 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the nervous system
- Module 6 - Assignment 6 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the endocrine system
- Module 7 - Assignment 7 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the respiratory system
- Module 8 - Assignment 8 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the cardiovascular system
- Module 9- Assignment 9 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the lymphatic system
- Module 10 - Assignment 10 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the digestive system
- Module 11 - Assignment 11 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the urinary system
- Module 12 - Assignment 12 - Understand the anatomy, physiology and pathologies of the reproductive system

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