Aromatherapy Level 3:

Unit 1: Introduction to Aromatherapy

• History of philosophy
• Role of aromatherapy
• Aromatherapeutic terminology
• Methods of extraction and sourcing of essences and oils

Unit 2: Anatomy

• Physiological and psychological effects of aromatherapy massage
• Benefits of aromatherapy on different body systems
• Essential oils

Unit 3: Safety

• Contra-actions that may result from treatment
• Cautions that may restrict or prevent treatment
• Safety

Unit 4: Blending

• Chemical constituents of essences
• Dilution and blending techniques
• The uses, applications and origins of essences, fixed carrier oils and other media

Unit 5: The Treatment

• Consultation techniques
• Professional aromatherapeutic treatments
• Characteristics of an appropriate consultation
• Aromatherapy techniques used in conjunction with reflexology treatments
• Professional codes of conduct

Unit 6: Aftercare and Reflection

• The effectiveness and results of aromatherapeutic treatments
• Reflective practice and its relevance to the aromatherapist
• Maintaining treatment records

Homeopathy Level 3:

Unit 1: An Introduction to Homeopathy

• Explaining what Homeopathy is
• Discussing the origins and historical development of homeopathy
• Summarising the principles of homeopathic practice
• Differentiating between historical and modern day homeopathic applications

Unit 2: Critical Anatomy and Physiology

• The central nervous system
• The digestive system
• Reproductive systems
• Endocrine system
• Urinary system
• Locomotive system
• Integumentary system
• The special senses
• Explaining what homeostasis is
• Role of hormones in the body

Unit 3: Homeopathic Remedies

• Analysing the philosophies of prescribing and dispensing homeopathic remedies
• Evaluating the myths around the practice of homeopathy
• The different forms of remedies which are used in homeopathy
• Explaining potentization and dosage levels in homeopathic remedies

Unit 4: Materia Medica and Repertory

• Understanding the process of repertory
• Classifying conditions and homeopathic remedies
• Discussing the applications of remedies
• Analysing the Materia Medica and Repertory and select a remedy for a condition

Unit 5: Contraindication and Prescribing

• Distinguishing between chronic and acute conditions
• Justifying when cases need to be referred
• Discussing which are contraindicated in homeopathy
• Differentiating between physical and psychological conditions

Unit 6: Client Assessment and Good Practice

• Discussing good practice principles in homeopathy
• Explaining how to carry out a client assessment
• Analysing the needs of the client
• Developing a treatment plan using homeopathic remedies

Reflexology Level 3:

Unit 1: Development of reflexology

• Relevant legislations
• Prepare the working area
• How to prevent infection and cross contamination
• Key requirements of personal presentation
• Contraindications that may prevent or restrict treatment
• The importance of conducting consultations before every treatment
• Methods of communication
• Ethics and codes of conduct
• Professional bodies and understand the key points associated with reflexology
• The importance of positive working relationships with other professionals

Unit 2: Anatomy of the hand and feet

• Describe the structure of the feet, ankles and leg
• Describe the structure of the hands and arms

Unit 3: Consultation

• Consultation techniques
• Consult with clients to confirm their requirements and state objectives
• Contraindications to reflexology treatment
• Differentiate between those contraindications to reflexology that would prevent a treatment and those contraindications that restrict treatment
• The possible contra-actions to reflexology treatment and advise clients on the course of action to follow should they arise

Unit 4: The benefits of a treatment and ‘the treatment'

• The benefits of reflexology treatment
• The effects of stress
• Visually assess clients’ feet
• Reflexology techniques and a full reflexology treatment adhering to professional codes of conduct
• The appropriate movements for reflexology treatment

Unit 5: Using reflexology for health concerns and aftercare

• Describe how reflexology techniques can be adapted to suit the physical characteristics of a client
• Review the reflexology treatment and draw conclusions from findings for further treatment recommendations
• Record treatment and store information securely in line with current legislation
• The importance of giving appropriate home care/aftercare advice after treatment.