ITEC Principles and Practice of Complementary Therapies

The aim of this unit is to provide you with the knowledge and skills to work effectively, safely and legally within the complementary and integrated healthcare sector and is a pre-requisite to the practical reflexology, aromatherapy and massage qualifications. It will enable you to understand and explain how to work within the law, work safely, identify the different aspects of a range of complementary therapies and their organisations, be accountable, work ethically and morally.

Course Content

  • 1

    Welcome

    • Welcome to ITEC Principles and Practice of Complementary Therapies
  • 2

    Section 1 - Description of Unit Assignment

    • Unit Assignment Details

    • 36312-iUCT21_Assignment_guidance_form_v1

    • Submitting Your Assignments for Assessment
  • 3

    Section 2 - Outline of Complementary Therapies

    • Introduction

    • Massage Therapy

    • Reflexology

    • Aromatherapy

    • Osteopathy

    • Chiropractic

    • Herbalism

    • Acupuncture & Acupressure

    • Bach Flower Remedy

    • Homeopathy

    • Alexander Technique

    • Other Therapies
  • 4

    Section 3 - Pioneers of Complementary Therapies

    • Introduction

    • Reflexology Pioneers

    • Aromatherapy Pioneers

    • Massage Pioneers
  • 5

    Section 4 - Legislative Requirements of Complementary Therapies

    • Legal obligations for therapists working with clients and the general public
  • 6

    Section 5 - Insurance Requirements

    • Types of Insurance
  • 7

    Section 6 - The Holistic Approach, Integral Biology and Stress

    • Holistic Approach

    • Integral Biology
  • 8

    Section 7 - Professionalism Ethics and Professional Associations

    • Professionalism and Ethics

    • Professional Associations and Organisations relating to complementary therapies

    • Process of Registration and Regulation of Complementary Therapists

    • Continual Professional Development (CPD)
  • 9

    Section 8 - Consultation Process and Client Therapist Relationship

    • The Consultation Process

    • Accurate recording of information, storing records and ensuring confidentiality

    • Referral procedures and protocols to use with clients and others involved in integrated healthcare

    • Communication Skills

    • Dealing with Negative Feedback
  • 10

    Section 9 - Health, Safety and Hygiene For Complementary Therapies

    • Hygiene for the Therapist

    • Types of Micro-organisms

    • Prevention of Cross Infection

    • Health and Safety Legislation

    • Health and Safety Risk Analysis

    • First Aid

Course Highlights

  • Flexible

    No timetabled start dates. You can begin this course anytime! 24/7 online access to the learning resources allows you to work at your own pace and when you want.

  • Factual

    Factual, concise and straight to the point, this course helps you complete your assignment and navigate through the ITEC Prinicples and Practice of Complementary Therapies unit with ease.

  • Fast

    The uncomplicated approach of this useful course allows you to complete what's required in a matter of hours. Offers some very valuable insight invaluable for complementary therapists.

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