The HND will focus on progressing students’ therapy skills and allow them to gain two Professional qualifications, in holistic massage (MTI) and clinical aromatherapy (IFPA). Students also develop their skills in clinical reflexology and by gaining the HND qualification, students are eligible for Association of Reflexologists (AoR) membership. You will study the following modules;

Year 1:

· Human anatomy & physiology

· Holistic massage 1

· Holistic massage Advanced 2

· Reflexology 1

· Introductory Key Skills

· Inter-personal Education

· Communication & listening skills

Year 2:

· Psychology of Wellbeing and Health

· Clinical reflexology 2

· Research methods

· Clinical aromatherapy 1

· Clinical aromatherapy 2

· Professional and clinical practice

Students will undertake a well-balanced mix of theory and practice delivered via a range of teaching methods across the programme including lectures, tutorials, workshops, practical classes, supervised clinics, group tasks and presentations.

As part of the course, you are required to attend a placement and complete 100 placement hours. The placements include City Hospice, Cardiff and University Hospital Wales, Haematology Wards. Here students will gain valuable experience and insight in to treated Patients with life limiting illness.

Learners will be required to receive 10 treatments from a qualified practitioner and obtain Professional Liability Insurance at their own cost. Professional Liability Insurance will cost approximately £40 per year. This qualification is credit awarded and moderated through Cardiff Metropolitan University.

Tuition Fees: £7,500.00

A level three qualification. Additionally applicants should have five GCSE passes at C grade or above. A successful interview demonstrating commitment to study and academic potential may also be required.

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• Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
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