About the qualification
This qualification is for learners who want to work within the complementary therapies industry.
Aims and objectives
The main aim of the VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 2 Diploma in Complementary Therapies is to enable learners to gain the necessary introductory practical and theoretical skills in order to gain a sound platform onto further training at level 3 required for practitioners in the complementary therapy industry. This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and over and is designed to provide occupational competence at level 2.
Content
This qualification is for learners who want to work within the complementary therapies industry. The qualification consists of 7 mandatory units .
The main skills the learner will perform are:
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Consultation techniques – to include understanding the needs of clients and when not to treat them
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Basic massage techniques – to include classical massage movements and selecting a suitable massage medium for the client
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Basic aromatherapy techniques – to include using pre-blended oils and adapting the treatment to suit the client’s specific needs
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Basic reflexology techniques – to include basic treatment techniques such as thumb walking, finger walking, relaxation and breathing and adapting the treatment to meet the client’s specific needs
The learner will also develop knowledge about related health and safety and client care and communication which is essential to work and be successful in the complementary therapies industry.
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Entry requirement
The learner must be 16 years or older.
The following is the learning assumed to be in place:
Communication Skills at NQF Level 3.
Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3.
About this qualification
This qualification also provides:
The related knowledge and understanding required to perform the complementary therapy treatments as well as understanding the structures that the learner will be working over, in particular anatomy and physiology of the body, common diseases and disorders and reasons that may affect whether a client should or should not be treated.
Introductory knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of complementary therapies.
Introductory knowledge and understanding of business practice in a complementary therapies context Introductory knowledge and understanding of healthy eating and well-being in a complementary therapies context​.
To be awarded this qualification, learners must successfully achieve the following assessments: • Internal practical assessment • Portfolio of evidence containing - Internally assessed projects.
Units
Consultation techniques– to include understanding the needs of clients and when not to treat them.
Basic massage techniques– to include classical massage movements and selecting a suitable massage medium for the client.
Basic aromatherapy techniques– to include using pre-blended oils and adapting the treatment to suit the client’s specific needs.
Basic reflexology techniques– to include basic treatment techniques such as thumb walking, finger walking, relaxation and breathing and adapting the treatment to meet the client’s specific needs.
The learner will also develop knowledge about related health and safety and client care and communication.
MODE OF DELIVERY
ONLINE THEORY
Modules are divided into sections, with a quiz at the end of each section.
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1:
Upon successful completion of the online theory section, you will be required to
attend 10-days practical training sessions.
PRACTICAL ON SITE - 10 DAYS
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2:
CASE BASED
TRAINING COMPONENTS’ SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3:
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