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Qualification Gained

ITEC Level 3 Diploma (QCF Level3) Internationally Recognised Diploma

Introduction

This ITEC Level 3 diploma course is the essential ‘foundation’ for which all other complementary, beauty, massage and sports therapy diploma awards are based. It is essential for anyone who intends to work in direct contact with the human body and it's structures.

Course Structure

This course provides a sound and thorough knowledge for anybody considering studying any of the following disciplines:

• Body Massage
• Sports and Remedial Massage
• Aromatherapy
• Reflexology

These qualifications qualify therapists to work in Gyms & Health-clubs, Spas, part of other complementary practices such as Osteopathic Clinics, Health Farms or those who wish to work from home providing complementary health treatments and services.

The course is comprised of 2 units:

1. ITEC Unit 346 – Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology for Complementary Therapies
   
2. ITEC Unit 347 – Knowledge of Less Common Therapies for Complementary Therapies  

 

The syllabus covers the following areas:

• Cellular & Tissue Structure of the Body
• Skeletal System
• Muscular System
• Cardiovascular System
• Lymphatic & Immune System
• Digestive System
• Nervous System
• Endocrine System
• Respiratory System
• Urinary System
• Reproductive System
• Integumentary System

In addition the following areas will be covered during the course:

• Knowledge of Pathologies and Less Common Pathologies

Please note that our Weekend courses will be held over a duration of 16 days from 09.30 - 13.00 and our Weekday courses will be held over a duration of 8 days from 10.00 - 16.00.

Course Requirements

Where possible, it is recommended that candidates have achieved a level of qualification equivalent to 5 GCSEs at Grades A - C; however The School of Natural Therapies and ITEC will make exemptions for foreign and UK students with equivalent qualifications or adult returners with experience of the workplace.

Exam Module

The qualification will be externally and internally assessed - all units are mandatory.

Unit 346 (Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology & Pathologies) - Multi-choice theory test (paper)

Unit 347 (Knowledge of Less Common Pathologies) - Assignment (Pass or Refer)

Your Investment Includes

As with all School of Natural Therapies courses, everything you will need to study is supplied

• Course Books
• Note pads
• Pens
• Course notes exclusive to the School of Natural Therapies
• Exam Fees
• School of Natural Therapies T-Shirt

After Qualification

Relationships to National Occupational Standards (NOS)

ITEC has mapped to NOS’s where they exist and any appropriate core curricula.

ITEC has insured that best practice in the workplace has been reflected in the syllabus; it has also linked the qualification to the relative job roles as well as ensuring that the syllabus reflects the required level of knowledge and ability for the therapist.
 

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Examining Body

ITEC is an international examination board offering a variety of qualifications worldwide.