Health and Complementary Therapies Foundation Degree

This course is suitable for those interested in a higher level study in the area of healthcare and complementary therapies and aims to develop a critical understanding or well-established therapy treatments through a combination of theory and work based learning. Students will also be trained in management methods to boost professional performance in the industry. Your studies will include: · Study / Interpersonal skills · Evidence and research · Personal and professional development · Counselling/psychology · Business practice · Reflexology, aromatherapy and holistic massage · Anatomy and physiology / applied biology · Diet and nutrition · Mental health care There is a work based element during the course to enable real work projects to naturally occur. Students do not need to be employed in a management capacity during the course.

All students are required to purchase a kit and uniform for the practical modules. Details will be supplied for ordering.

You will require a D grade at A Level and A*-C in GCSE maths and English or a Level 3 vocational qualification including maths and English at equivalent Level 2 (or GCSE A*- C) This course must be applied for through UCAS: http://ucas.com/students/apply/

On successful completion of this course you can progress to a top up year at the University of Gloucestershire to a BSC in Health Management. Career opportunities can be found in private practice, linked to GP surgeries and hospitals and the healthcare sector.

STAFF INDUSTRY EXPERT Emma Long Level 3 Curriculum Leader Beauty and Holistic Therapies Emma has taught at Gloucestershire College for eight years. She teaches on Holistic therapies , Spa therapies and Level 2 beauty therapy. Emma has over 20 year’s industry experience and has worked for some well known beauty companies both in retail and in salon environments Emma says: “The career opportunities are limitless, the qualifications are recognised world wide and there is always something new to learn. It’s an industry that you can come into for life and you’ll never get bored.

Please contact the College on 0845 155 2020 for further details