The College of Classical Massage

ITEC Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology
And Professional Conduct and Business Awareness (see end of page)

Anatomy and Physiology

For a lot of people the prospect of learning anatomy and physiology can be quite daunting. This course will be taught using workshops and guided learning to help you absorb the information more easily and creating a learning environment based on fun . Worksheets for homework will be provided, and are collected in at set periods over the course.  There will be some mock exams to do which will prepare you for your final multiple choice exam.
You will need to commit to at least 5 – 10 hours of homestudy a week.   

This course covers the 12 systems of the body:

• Skeletal system
• Muscular system
• Skin
• The cell
• Circulatory system
• Lymphatic system
• Neurological system
• Endocrine system
• Respiratory system
• Digestive system
• Urinary system
• Reproductive system

Course Fees

Fees (including ITEC exam):
Registration Fee:	£100
Course Fee (payable 4 weeks before course start date):	£395
Total:	£495

Please note: Those paying for the Holistic Massage course already have the Anatomy and Physiology fees included in their course fee.

Anatomy and Physiology Syllabus

Aims and objectives

The Anatomy and Physiology award is the foundation upon which all other Complementary, Beauty and Sports Therapy awards are based.  It is comprised of several units encompassing all systems of the body.

It is essential for therapists to have a sound understanding of anatomy and physiology, as they will be working in direct contact with the body structures.  It is also vital that they are aware of when and when not to treat a client and only operate within certain parameters.

The units are mandatory and should be taught concurrently to be examined concurrently.

Skeletal system, Muscular system, Skin, The Cell, Circulatory and Lymphatic Systems, Neurological Systems, Endocrine System, Respiratory System, Digestive System, Urinary System, Reproductive System.

The examination is as follows:

• A 1 hour multiple choice theory paper comprising of 50 questions on all aspects of the syllabus testing across all systems.

The qualification aims:

• To provide skills at Level 3 in the National Qualification Framework for those interested in the Beauty, Complementary and Sports Therapy Industry.
• To provide opportunities for staff in the Beauty, Complementary and Sports Therapy industry to gain a Level 3 qualification
• To qualify candidates as Beauty, Complementary or Sports Therapists at Level 3 in the industry
• To sustain the interest of candidates wanting to work in the Beauty, Complementary or Sports Therapy industry
• To encourage knowledge  and understanding for the Beauty, Complementary or Sports Therapy industry at Level 3

The qualification is suitable for:

Any adult returnee with a good basic general education, returning to education with a desire to work as a massage therapists or reflexologist for which the A&P award is a pre-requisite.

Anyone already working as a nurse or carer who may wish to become a complementary therapist as the A&P is a pre-requisite qualification to many other awards.

Anyone involved in gym or aerobics who must have a good understanding of the body structure or who may wish to add sports massage to their skills, as the A&P with Holistic Massage is a pre-requisite for this qualification.
Anyone who wishes to train as a Beauty Therapist.

Recommended Prior Learning

It is recommended that candidates should have achieved a level of education equivalent to five GCSEs at grades A* - C prior to commencing the ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology, however exemptions may be made for adult returners with experience of the work place.

Opportunities for progression

Once candidates have achieved the ITEC Anatomy and Physiology qualification they may progress on to other ITEC or equivalent complementary, beauty or sports therapy awards:

• Diploma in Body Treatments
• Diploma in Holistic Massage
• Diploma in Reflexology

If graduates take therapy qualifications in addition to the Anatomy and Physiology qualification, they can work on liners, health farms and health clubs.

Anatomy and Physiology is also part of the Gym Instruction and Aerobics qualifications along with other fitness training qualifications.

There are now several degree courses available in Complementary Therapies to which candidates may progress.

Each unit requires candidates to understand the structure, function and main diseases and disorders of each system.

Relationship with National Occupation Standards

ITEC has ensure that best practise is reflected in the syllabus by requiring a high level of underpinning knowledge of the structure and function of the systems of the body as well as knowledge of diseases so that any therapists will understand when and why a client may be contraindicated to any further treatment.

Professional Conduct and Business Awareness

This course is designed to teach you about the professional regulations of the Complementary Therapy Profession, and to teach you business skills about understanding how to operate, run and market a business.

Business Awareness

Topics included are:

• Different types of business
• Health and safety at work – and other Acts that you need to know about.
• How to set up and run a practice/clinic – costing treatments
• Accounting for your business purposes
• Marketing your business/advertising
• Employing staff

Professional Conduct

Topics included are:

• Professionalism and code of ethics
• Working relationships with other practitioners
• Contraindications
• Advertising
• Professional associations
• Continuing Professional Development
• Insurance
• Confidentiality and consent
• First aid (you will have to take a one day first aid course – we will provide details)
• Hygiene, infection, sanitation.
• How to take a consultation
• Fire regulations

These two components are taught concurrently.

Course Fees

Fees (including ITEC exam):
Registration Fee:	£100
Course Fee (payable 4 weeks before course start date):	£100
Total:	£200

Please note: Those paying for the Holistic Massage course already have the Professional Conduct and Business Awareness fees included in their course fee.

Booking

If you would like to book a place on this course please download a booking form. If you have any queries please contact us at

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