Free Level 2 Complementary Therapies Course in Manchester. Classes run at White Rose School of Beauty Manchester, daytime with flexible study. 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. You'll also build a grounding in holistic therapy practice. The course runs for 180 hours. There are no formal entry requirements. The centre will carry out an initial assessment to make sure the level is right 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 nutrition and its role in holistic wellbeing.
You'll learn the fundamentals of aromatherapy.
You'll develop business skills for 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 knowledge. Assessment is carried out by VTCT and includes practical observation, written assignments, and knowledge-based tasks. Your tutor will assess your practical skills directly as you work through each treatment area.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. White Rose School of Beauty Manchester will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Holistic therapist, offering massage and complementary treatments
Beauty therapist, working in salons or spas
Massage therapist, in wellness or sports settings
Reflexologist, following further specialist training
Aromatherapist, working in health and wellbeing
Self-employed therapist, running your own practice
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies (VTCT) - the natural next step, and the qualification that leads to working as a fully qualified therapist.
Level 3 Diploma in Massage Therapy - for those who want to specialise in massage, including sports and remedial techniques.
Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy - if you want to deepen your aromatherapy practice beyond the basics covered at Level 2.
