Free Level 2 Complementary Therapies Course in Derby. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Derby, during the day on a flexible timetable. This free complementary therapies course covers health and safety, anatomy and physiology, body massage, basic zone therapy, nutrition, and basic aromatherapy. You'll also develop business skills to support working in the holistic therapy sector. The course runs for 180 hours in total. There are no formal entry requirements. The centre will carry out an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right level for you.
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 practical body massage techniques.
You'll learn the basics of zone therapy.
You'll explore nutrition and its role in holistic health.
You'll practise introductory aromatherapy skills.
You'll build business skills for working as a therapist.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom setting at The White Rose School of Beauty Derby, with a mix of practical sessions and theory. Assessment is through a combination of practical observation and knowledge-based tasks. Your tutor will assess your practical skills directly during sessions. You may also complete written assignments or short-answer tasks to demonstrate your understanding of topics such as anatomy, nutrition, and health and safety.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The White Rose School of Beauty Derby will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Holistic therapist, offering massage and complementary treatments to clients.
Beauty therapist, working in a salon or spa environment.
Massage therapist, providing body massage in wellness or leisure settings.
Reflexologist, once further specialist training is completed.
Mobile therapist, running your own complementary therapy practice.
Spa therapist, working in a hotel or health spa.
What you could study next
VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies. This is the natural next step and leads to becoming a fully qualified therapist. It opens doors to working independently or in professional therapy settings.
Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy or Reflexology. Specialist qualifications that build on the foundations covered at Level 2.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Useful if you want to teach complementary therapies in the future.
