Understanding the Healthcare Environment for Providers of Complementary Therapies Diploma
- SubjectHolistic Therapies
- QualificationVocational Training Charitable Trust
- CodeVTCD1068
- Study methods
Part-time - dayPart-time - evening 
Course contactDebbie Livingston
0141 272 3375
Course Description
Cardonald College Glasgow offers a unique, internationally accredited VTCT Diploma course for providers of complementary therapies in the healthcare system. The course delivers the training to help therapists and other providers learn the necessary skills to work with this special client group.
The course will enable you to achieve harmony within the healthcare environment with professionals and clients alike.
Subjects include
- Structure & function of NHS and other healthcare agencies
- Adapting your practice to patient situations and medical conditions
- Communication issues with client & healthcare professionals
- Issues of consent & confidentiality with clients, carers, health professionals & colleagues
- Case history management
- Records and reports
- Allied therapies in healthcare
- Professional ethics & legislation
Cost
£298
Entry Requirements
The course is aimed at complementary therapists, therapy co-ordinators, beauticians, hairdressers, managers working in the supportive and palliative care environment.
Please note, you must send copies of your therapy qualification as part of your application to:
Stephen Prentice, Faculty Administrator Holistics, Cardonald College Glasgow, Mosspark Drive, Glasgow, G52 3AY. Tel: 0141 272 3264, Email: dlivingston@cardonald.ac.uk