Free Level 2 Complementary Therapies Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Sheffield, during the day with flexible study options. The course covers health and safety, anatomy and physiology, body massage, basic zone therapy, nutrition, and basic aromatherapy, plus business skills to help you work in the industry. It runs for 180 hours in total. There are no formal entry requirements. The centre will carry out an initial assessment to make sure the course is the right fit 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 body massage techniques.
You'll practise basic zone therapy.
You'll explore the fundamentals of aromatherapy.
You'll learn about nutrition and its role in wellbeing.
You'll build business skills for working as a therapist.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre, with flexible daytime attendance. Assessment is set by VTCT and is built into the course. You'll be assessed on your practical skills and your knowledge of the subject areas covered. The centre will explain the full assessment requirements when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The White Rose School of Beauty Sheffield 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 salons or spas.
Massage therapist, providing body massage in wellness settings.
Reflexologist, once further training is completed.
Mobile therapist, running your own client-based practice.
Spa therapist, working in hotel or leisure spa environments.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies (VTCT) - the natural next step after this course. A Level 3 complementary therapies qualification is recognised as the standard for fully qualified therapist status and opens up a wider range of professional roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy - broadens your skills across beauty and holistic treatments if you want to work across both areas.
