Qualification Number 60048463
Guided Learning Hours 520 – 550
Who is this qualification for?
The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies is a preparation for work qualification that has been designed to prepare you for a career as a complementary therapist, whether it be as an aromatherapist, reflexologist or massage therapist/practitioner.
This qualification will develop your knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice and business practice for complementary therapies. Furthermore, you will learn about anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies.
You will also develop your understanding
and practical skills to provide body massage, aromatherapy and reflexology. You may also choose to complete an additional unit which will develop your knowledge and understanding
of healthy eating and wellbeing for the complementary therapy client.
This is a practitioner level qualification
What could this qualification lead to?
The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies provides progression opportunities to specialist complementary therapy qualifications at Level 4.
Alternatively, you may wish to seek employment or self-employment as a:
• Complementary therapist
• Aromatherapist
• Reflexologist
• Massage therapist/practitioner
What are the entry requirements?
There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.
How is this qualification structured?
The qualification is made up of six main mandatory units and 1 additional unit:
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A/503/7776 Principles and practice of complementary therapies
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L/503/7779 Business practice for complementary therapies
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R/503/7640 Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies
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D/503/7740 Provide body massage for complementary therapies
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T/503/7744 Provide aromatherapy for complementary therapies
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K/503/7725 Provide reflexology for complementary therapies
How is it assessed?
This qualification is assessed via Portfolio of Evidence
Funding for our qualifications
This qualification is available via a learner loan.