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VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary therapies (VRQ) course

Ofqual / government regulated qualification

Exam board: VTCT (Vocational training & charitable trust)

VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary therapies (VRQ) course

The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies is a preparation for work qualification

that has been designed to prepare you for a career as a complementary therapist, whether it be as an aromatherapist, reflexologist or massage therapist/practitioner.

This qualification will develop your knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice and business practice for complementary

therapies. Furthermore, you will learn about anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies.

You will also develop your understanding and practical skills to provide body massage, aromatherapy and reflexology. You may also choose to complete an additional unit which will develop your knowledge and understanding of healthy eating and wellbeing for the complementary therapy client.

This is a practitioner level qualification.

During the course you will learn:

A full body massage as well as a seated back massage, to include the massage techniques - effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, vibration, friction, passive joint movements and neuromuscular techniques.
Foot reflexology as well as hand reflexology
Blending of essential oils to use within your massage, reflexology or as a compress, inhalation, immersion.

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

Course information

Venue & course dates:

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

Pre-requisite / Entry level:

Optional - VTCT/ITEC Level 2 award in infection prevention for complementary therapies & sports massage

Course format:

11 practical (classroom) training / assessment / exam days + online learning modules + case studies

+ monthly video calls for coursework support (dates tbc)

Course content:

Unit UV31268 – Principles & Practices of complementary therapy
Unit UV31267 – Business practice for complementary therapy
Unit UV31299 – Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies
Unit UV31300 – Provide body massage for complementary therapies
Unit UV31301 - Provide aromatherapy for complementary therapies
Unit UV31302 - Provide reflexology for complementary therapies
Optional Unit: Unit V31303 – Healthy eating and wellbeing for the complementary therapy client (additional fee applies)

Duration:

GLH (Guided Learning Hours): 520. (GLH incl’s. practical, coursework, case studies, assessments, research/reading, revision, written exams)
Home study (Coursework): This is completed in your own time
Practical Training: Please check out our current course dates on our website for the practical training element, additional dates can be supplied.

Attendance:

11 classroom days (ALL dates must be attended)

+ monthly video calls for coursework support (dates tbc)

Model required:

Yes, you will be required to work on models to carry out your case studies at home.
You may be required to bring a model for one to one training, and for your assessments

Case Studies:

To achieve this qualification you must carry out and document evidence of the following case studies:

UV31300 - Provide body massage - You must carry out and document evidence for at least 30 treatments.
UV31301 - Provide aromatherapy - You must carry out and document evidence for at least 60 treatments.
UV31302 - Provide reflexology - You must carry out and document evidence for at least 100 treatments.

Exam board:

VTCT - Vocational training & charitable trust

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

Career potential:

Massage therapist / Aromatherapist & Reflexologist - employed or self-employed, working in a salon or spa or as a home / mobile therapist.

How this could benefit your clients:

Help clients with common ailments such as muscle tension & aches, to provide a relaxation, stress relief, uplifting or balancing massage or reflexology tailored to your clients needs.

You will learn a full body massage as well as a seated acupressure back massage, hand reflexology, foot reflexology, and blending of essential oils for massage and other uses (compress, inhalation, immersion).

Additional Costs:

You will need to purchase your own products and oils to bring to the training & in order to carry out your case studies, ie massage medium such as grapeseed oil, aromatherapy kit

Qualification gained:

VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary therapies (VRQ)

Qualification reference:

VTCT code: AC30403

Qulaification no: 600/4846/3

This qualification is mapped to the relevant NOS (National Occupational Standards), where applicable. This qualification is accredited on the qualifications and credit framework (QCF). This qualification is a VRQ (Vocationally Related Qualification.)

Insurance:

Please check your insurance companies requirements before enrolling on this 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.

Choose a pricing plan

VTCT L3 Complementary Therapies course - BIDEFORD, DEVON (Pay in full)

£2,347

Venue:
Bideford, Devon

Course Dates (11 days):
ALL DATES MUST BE ATTENDED
Sept '23 - Wed 20th, Thurs 21st
Oct '23 - Fri 6th, Wed 11th, Thurs 12th
Nov '23 - Wed 8th, Thurs 9th
Jan '24 - Wed 10th;
Feb '24 - Wed 14th
March '24 - Wed 6th
April '24 - Thurs 25th

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

DATES ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE

VTCT L3 Complementary therapies - BIDEFORD, DEVON (Pay in full)

£260.78

per month for 9 months

VTCT L3 Complementary therapies course - PLYMOUTH, DEVON (Pay in full)

£2,347

Venue:
Plymouth, Devon

Course Dates (11 days):
ALL DATES MUST BE ATTENDED
Nov '23 - Sat 11th
Dec '23 - Sat 2nd, Sun 3rd
Jan '24 - Sat 13th, Sun 14th
March '24 - Sat 9th, Sun 10th, Sat 16th, Sat 30th
April '24 - Sat 13th, Sat 27th

DATES ARE NON TRANSFERABLE TO ANY OTHER DATE OR VENUE

Course curriculum

1

Section 1 - Welcome to the course
- Enrolment
- Copyright
- Module 1 - Welcome to the course
- Module 2 - Course format
- Module 3 - Practical training & assessment days
- Module 4 - Course Introduction
- Module 5 - Preparing your E-Portfolio
- Module 6 - VTCT Assessment logbook
- Module 7 - Knowledge assignment questions (coursework)
- Module 8 - Case studies
- Module 9 - Assessments
- Module 10 - Exams
- Module 11 - Induction
- Module 12 - Checklist
2

Section 2 - Routine, audio lesson (s) and case studies (downloadable)
- Module 1 - The routine (s)
- Module 2 - Case studies (downloadable form)
- Module 3 - Audio lesson
3

Section 3 - Unit UV31268 - Principles and practice unit - avail on or before 1/9/23
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Understand the key historical factors and theoretical background for complementary therapies
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Understand the main influences on working within the complementary therapy industry
- Module 3 - Assignment 3 - Understand the key aspects of good clinical practice
4

Section 4 - Unit UV31267 - Business practice unit - avail on or before 1/10/23
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Understand the key business criteria required for complementary therapies
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Be able to research a business concept
- Module 3 - Assignment 3 - Be able to prepare a business plan
5

Section 5 - Unit UV31300 - Provide massage unit - avail on or before 1/11/23
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Be able to prepare for body massage treatment
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Be able to provide body massage treatment
- Module 3 - Assignment 3 - Be able to reflect upon body massage treatment
6

Section 6 - Provide reflexology Unit - avail on or before 1/12/23
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Be able to prepare for reflexology treatment
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Be able to provide reflexology treatment
- Module 3 - Assignment 3 - Be able to reflect upon reflexology treatment
7

Section 7 - Aromatherapy unit - avail on or before 1/1/24
- Module 1 - Assignment 1 - Be able to prepare for aromatherapy treatment
- Module 2 - Assignment 2 - Be able to provide aromatherapy treatment
- Module 3 - Assignment 3 - Be able to reflect upon aromatherapy treatment
8

Section 6 - Unit UV31299 - Anatomy & physiology unit - avail on or before 1/2/24
- 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