A sound knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology is essential
for any aspiring therapist. This Level 3 Diploma will help
to give the therapist the confidence to understand how the
body works, and how to work with the body as a complementary therapist
Course Content
This qualification consists of the following units:
T/501/9101 - Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology for Complementary Therapies
01. Be able to identify the organisation of the body
02. Be able to identify the skin, hair and nails and common pathologies
03. Be able to identify the skeletal system and common pathologies
04. Be able to identify the muscular system and common pathologies
05. Be able to identify the nervous system and common pathologies
06. Be able to identify the endocrine system and common pathologies
07. Be able to identify the respiratory system and common pathologies
08. Be able to identify the cardiovascular system and common pathologies
09. Be able to identify the lymphatic system and common pathologies
10. Be able to identify the digestive system and common pathologies
11. Be able to identify the urinary system and common pathologies
12. Be able to identify the reproductive system and common pathologies
Describe, in the relation to each of the above:
- Type
- Location
- Structure
- Function
- Growth
- Repair
- pathologies
D/501/9111 - Knowledge of Less Common Pathology for Complementary Therapies
1. Be able to identify the signs and symptoms of less common pathologies
1.1 Describe, in relationship to the body the signs and symptoms of less common pathologies of:
- the skin
- skeletal system
- muscular system
- nervous system
- respiratory system
- cardiovascular system
- lymphatic system
- digestive system
- urinary system
- reproductive system
Course Pre-requisites
There are no formal course pre-requisites although an enthusiasm
for further study is required as home study will be necessary.
Assessment is by a written multiple choice paper.
Course Duration
As a distance learning course we reccommend trying to complete the course in 3 months
As part of the full time Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies this course will be completed in the first term.
Assessment
Multiple choice paper.
Portfolio Completion, compiled throughout the course
as homework assignments.
The Examination Body - VTCT
The Vocational Training Charitable Trust (VTCT) is an awarding
body offering vocational qualifications in Complementary Therapy
and Bodywork. VTCT is recognized and regulated by the Qualifications
and Curriculum Authority (QCA), and the Department of Education
and Employment. VTCT is an independent examining body that
offers impartiality and objectivity in its examinations. VTCT
is recognised by governing bodies and insurance companies
for professional liability insurance.
VTCT qualifications are recognised both nationally and internationally.
Further Study
This Anatomy & Physiology qualification is essential
to practise professionally as a complementary therapist. Candidates
who wish to study massage or any other forms of bodywork should
study Body Massage in conjunction Anatomy & Physiology.
This course should also be taken as a necessary pre-requisite
for Reflexology.
Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology forms part
of the VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies
