Complementary and Spa Therapies NQ (SCQF level 6)

Course description

If you enjoy working with people and want to encourage them to take a positive approach to health and wellbeing, this could be the course for you. The course develops the skills involved in holistic and complementary therapies, including body and facial massage, healthy eating and wellbeing and techniques for managing stress. Through professional skills practice sessions, you'll gain experience and confidence working with clients.

In recent years interest in holistic therapies has increased considerably; this is expected to continue, providing employment opportunities to meet the demand from those seeking alternative ways to reduce stress and enhance feelings of general well-being.

The course is delivered by our dedicated lecturing team, who have high-level skills and wide experience within the holistic and complementary therapies profession.

You'll be able to participate in volunteering opportunities throughout the year, offering treatments in a variety of settings. The course also provides you with the qualification you need for professional membership and insurance.

This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 6.

Units on the course include:-

• Body & Facial Massage.



• Anatomy & Physiology (Body Structures and Systems).



• Hot Stones.



• Thai Foot Massage.



• Healthy Eating and Wellbeing.

Learning outcome

Careers

This course prepares you for a career in complementary or holistic therapy practices within health and leisure spas, or to become self-employed.

Continuing Study

Students are eligible to apply for HND Complementary Therapies (SCQF Level 8), HND Beauty Therapy (SCQF Level 8).