Complementary Therapies (Level 2) Diploma Course

Complementary Therapies

EDL (Level 2 Certificate)
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Complementary Therapies are fast becoming a popular addition to conventional medicine.

If this is a field that interests you, then this distance learning course will give you a better understanding of current approaches in complementary therapy.

The Course in Complementary Therapies introduces the many disciplines that fall under the heading of ‘natural medicine’, including homeopathy, acupuncture, osteopathy and medical herbalism.

To work in the field of Complementary Therapy you don’t have to be an expert or practitioner in a specialist field. However, you do need a good working knowledge of all the different fields so you can explain alternative options to other people, advise them on an appropriate starting point and then help them with referrals to those who can provide the treatment they need.

You will find this Course invaluable if you are working, or planning to work, in the fields of natural medicine, herbal medicine or health foods. Or, perhaps, you already work in formal medicine and want to broaden your understanding of complementary therapies?

COURSE KEY TOPICS 
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ChiropracticReflexologyAcupunctureReiki and homeopathyFinding and preparing a remedyWeight controlDrug and alcohol abuse

HOME STUDY SUPPORT
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You will be provided with comprehensive materials designed to provide you with everything required to complete your course of study. You will have your own personal tutor helping you with your course work and with any questions you may have. Plus you can contact our Student Advisors by email or phone for all the practical advice you may need – so we really are with you 100%.

What's more, you'll have access to the online student portal, where you can interact with other students, browse our resource library and manage your account.

COURSE ASSESSMENT
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This course is marked through a process of continuous assessment guided by your tutor following EDL guidelines. This means that your qualification will be awarded according to your performance on assessments rather than by taking an exam.

We send the full course out with the units listed above, you then read through the course in your own time and complete the assignments which you send to your tutor for marking. There is no word count for these assignments. However, one sentence answers will be rejected and you will have to re-submit it for marking.

Upon verification of the activities, exercises and assignments, a certificate of achievement will be awarded by eDistance Learning, as confirmation that your written work has met all of the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the programme.

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
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"This programme was very beneficial and rewardng for me. The material was very helpful and educational." — Shirley A. W

COURSE DURATION
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We recommended you spend approximately 200 hours of your time studying for the Complementary Therapies course. The pace of study is completely up to you. To give an example, if you dedicate 4 hours a week to the course it would take you a year to complete but if you could spare 8 hours a week you could complete it in six months.

Get started today, and you can earn your Level 2 EDL Award in Complementary Therapies in as little as six months, or take up to a year, if you prefer – the choice is yours.

HOME STUDY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
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The good news is that no prior learning knowledge or experience is essential to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone wishing to learn more about Complementary Therapies and would like to take part in a highly rewarding home study course. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and study further, so we try to keep our entry requirements to a minimum.

You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 12 months from initial registration with full tutor support.

COURSE FEES
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Our aim is to provide you with the best deal available, therefore the registration fee, certification fee and full tutor support is included in the course price for you. The enrolment fee for the Complementary Therapies home study course is £786.25, though for a limited time we are offering you the opportunity to pay only £629 which is a 20% discount if you enrol online and pay in full.

You can also opt for our Easy Payment Plan and enrol online today by paying a deposit of £295 and then 4 equal payments of £122.81 per month. The first instalment is paid about a month after you receive your course.

For International Students who wish to enrol - click here 
(Additional £40 postage / packing & administration)

COURSE QUALIFICATION
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Complementary Therapies
(EDL Level 2)

This course leads to a Level 2 Diploma for successful learners. This means that it is at a level of learning equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. In accrediting the programme at level 2, eDistance Learning attests that its learning outcomes are at an equivalent level to a level 2 national qualification.

In Scotland this course leads to a Level 5 for successful learners. This means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 5 on the Qualifications Framework for Scotland.

In Ireland this course leads to a Level 4 for successful learners. This means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 4 on the Qualifications Framework for Ireland.

On succesful completion of this course you will be entitled to use the letters EDL Dip after your name.

POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS
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Homeopath

Homeopaths treat patients by stimulating the body's own healing powers with natural remedies. Homeopathy is based on the idea that 'like cures like' - that substances which cause symptoms can, in very small amounts, be used to cure or ease them. As a homeopath, you may see people experiencing problems ranging from headaches, fevers and stress to arthritis and eczema. You would treat the patient based on their lifestyle and emotional issues as well as their physical symptoms. You could see patients referred by their GP or on a private basis.

Consultations would usually involve: discussing the patient's symptoms and their wider life choosing an appropriate homeopathic remedy preparing and dispensing the remedy treating the client during visits, or explaining how they can treat themselves at home keeping detailed patient notes advising on wider health and lifestyle issues referring patients to other health practitioners if necessary. You would also deal with tasks involved in running your own business, such as accounts, tax, marketing and advertising your practice.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
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Your course fee covers everything you will need to successfully complete the Complementary Therapies home study course and earn your award:

1. All textbooks, study folders, and/or online learning aids designed for distance learning
2. A full range of student services, including:Tutor marked assessments (TMAs)Access to the online student portal (Student Chat, Forums and Online Support Resources)NUS Extra Card (discounted membership)Comprehensive Study Guide & Study PlanGuide to Effective Study TechniquesHow to approach exams without fear
3. A Level X award upon successful course completion
4. One year's educational support by e-mail, post, fax or phone
5. Free postage and packaging for UK mainland students

FURTHER COURSE INFORMATION
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If your course is being delivered online, please ensure you meet the minimum requirements below.

For Windows:
Windows 98, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7 - Acrobat Reader 4.0 and above

For Macintosh:
Mac OS X, Mac OS 9.2 - Acrobat Reader 4.0 and above

From time to time we may enrol our students with our partner sites; this is dependent on the number of students enrolling on a particular course and course material availability. If this happens, nothing changes for you other than the name of the college administering your course. We will continue to be your point of contact; you will get the exact same course you have enrolled on with the same high level of quality content and support.

The course can be enrolled upon by students Internationally. There are no deadlines for enrolments.

WHAT TO DO NOW?
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Step One: It's simple - all you need to do now is choose whether you want to pay in instalments or in full and then click on the relevant enrolment button at the top of this page.

Step Two: Once you have selected your payment option to enrol you will be redirected (this can take a few seconds) to our PayPal payment page for you to select your payment method and complete your enrolment.

Step Three: Within 7 days (normally 48 hours) your enrolment papers and course materials will be with you. A tutor and a dedicated support advisor will also be allocated to you.

That's it..... Thanks and wishing you the best of luck with your studies.
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