Complementary Medicine

Course details

A range of ITEC diplomas are offered in year 2 of Complementary Medicine. A prerequisite for eligibility for these ITEC diplomas requires success in the Diploma in Holistic Massage in year 1. A Diploma in Tuina Acupressure is also on offer, the Certificate in year 1 is a requirement for this.

The Diploma in Tuina is awarded by Active Health who are affiliated with Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, the World Health Organisation’s representative for traditional medicines.

Course modules

ITEC Diplomas in:

• Hot Stone Massage
• Reflexology
• Indian Head Massage
• Diet and Nutrition

How do I get in?

Progression from year 1 of Complementary & Holistic Therapies, with the already mentioned requirements. Candidates who have completed the ITEC Diploma in Holistic Massage with certification are also eligible.

What do I get out of it?

An ITEC Diploma in each of the following:

• Hot Stone Therapy
• Reflexology
• Indian Head Massage
• Diet and Nutrition

Where can I go from here?

Graduates of the Complementary & Holistic Therapies course may seek employment in the Spa / Therapies area. Pearse College has established a link with the University of Wolverhampton. With the required ITEC diplomas, entrance into year 2 of the BSc in Rehabilation Studies is possible.

The range of ITEC Diplomas available will offer opportunities to all those seeking a career in the area of complementary therapies.

Key facts

Allocation of part-time places in any subject depends on places being available after the allocation of full-time places to students in good standing with the college. A waiting list is kept for part-time places and will be considered in late September.