Free Level 2 Complementary Therapies Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Chesterfield, during the day with flexible study. No formal qualifications are needed to enrol. The centre will carry out an initial assessment to make sure this level 2 complementary therapies qualification is the right fit for you. Over 180 hours, you'll cover health and safety, anatomy and physiology, body massage, basic zone therapy, nutrition, and basic aromatherapy. This free complementary therapies course for adults is a solid grounding in holistic therapy.
Who this course is for
This course is a fantastic way of learning the basics of holistic therapy. The course covers health and safety, business skills, anatomy and physiology, body massage, basic zone therapy, nutrition and basic aromatherapy. This will allow learners to progress to the Level 3 qualification which will lead to them being a fully-qualified therapist.
Entry requirements
There are no formal prerequisite qualifications that learners must have prior to undertaking this qualification. It is the responsibility of the centre to ensure that learners have the required knowledge, understanding and skills to enrol and successfully achieve this qualification
What you will learn
You'll learn health and safety practices relevant to complementary therapy settings.
You'll study anatomy and physiology as it applies to holistic treatments.
You'll develop body massage techniques.
You'll explore basic zone therapy methods.
You'll gain an introduction to aromatherapy and how to use essential oils safely.
You'll build knowledge of nutrition and its role in wellbeing.
You'll develop business skills relevant to working as a therapist.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre, combining practical hands-on practice with underpinning theory. Assessment includes practical observations of your technique and written or knowledge-based tasks to confirm your understanding. The centre will confirm the full assessment schedule when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The White Rose School of Beauty Chesterfield will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Holistic therapist: offer massage and complementary treatments to clients.
Beauty therapist: work in salons or spas providing a range of treatments.
Massage therapist: specialise in body massage in a clinic or spa setting.
Wellness centre assistant: support practitioners in a health or wellness environment.
Self-employed therapist: run your own mobile or home-based therapy practice.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage or Complementary Therapies: the natural next step toward becoming a fully qualified therapist, and the level most employers and insurance providers expect.
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: broadens your skills into a wider range of salon and spa treatments.
VTCT Level 3 Award in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology: deepens your underpinning knowledge for clinical or advanced therapy roles.
