ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology

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 vital that a therapist understands the anatomy and physiology in detail, as they will be working in direct contact with the body structures. It is also vital that they have a full knowledge of diseases and disorders of the human so that they are aware of when and when not to treat a client and only operate within certain perimeters.

Modules are studied in the following rolling order:

Weekend Day Course
Module 1 - Reproductive system , urinary system, skeletal sysem
Module 2 - Circulatory and lymphatic system
Module 3 - Muscular and respiratory system
Module 4 - Neurological and endocrine system
Module 5 - Cells, tissues and digestive system
Module 6 - Skin
Module 7 - Revision day

Evening Course (6.00pm - 9.30pm)
Module 1 - Reproductive system
Module 2 - Cells part one
Module 3 - Cells part two
Module 4 - Skin part one
Module 5 - Skin part two
Module 6 - Skeleltal system
Module 7 - Muscular system
Module 8 - Muscular system
Module 9 - Respiratory system
Module 10 - Digestive system
Module 11 - Endocrine system
Module 12 - Circulatory and lymphatic system
Module 13 - Urinary system
Module 14 - Neurological system

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 qualifications would be suitable for:
Any adult returnee with a good basic general education returning to education that may have a desire to work as a massage therapist or Reflexologist for which the A&P 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 requires to train as a Beauty Therapist.

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:
Other ITEC or equivalent awards for example:

Diploma in Stone Therapy
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 part of Gym instruction and Aerobics qualifications and other forms of fitness training. There are now several degree courses available in Complementary Therapies to which candidates may progress.

Anatomy and Physiology is a pre-requisite to many courses, including our Aromatherapy, Reflexology and Holistic Massage ITEC Level 3 Diploma Courses. These courses can be booked as a combination at the same time as Anatomy and Physiology. For further information and to book now please view the relevant course page or contact us.

Tutor: Selina Joby.

The course consists of 50 taught hours with a suggested five hours per week for private study. ITEC require 100% attendance in order to obtain the Level 3 Diploma. Students who do not attend all modules will need to organise tutorials with their tutor to enable them to access missed information.  A fee is payable for this service. The final examination consists of a one hour multiple choice theory paper, with a pass mark of 60%.

Cost: This course is £525.00 (£446.81 +VAT).

To secure your place: Course 90 days or more away from commencement - a deposit of 25% of total course fee secures a place. Course less than 90 days away from commencement - 50% payment required and balance due no later than 30 days prior to commencement of course.

Students will also be required to pay registration, insurance, and examination fees to ITEC.  Full details are available on request.

Examination Fees: £96.80 per exam

Course times: 9.30am - 5.00pm. Evening courses are at 6.00pm - 9.30pm

PLEASE NOTE: There is no formal start date for this course; students can join at ay stage and simply continue until they have completed 7 days or 14 evenings (i.e. you do not have to join this course at Module 1 - a breakdown of what is covered at each Module is at the top of this page). The rolling programme dates are below.

ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology Documents:

ITEC Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology Rationale
ITEC Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology Syllabus
ITEC Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology Sample Questions
ITEC Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology Test Specification
ITEC Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology Candidate Guidance Notes
ITEC Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology Tutor Guidance Notes
ITEC Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology Syllabus Amendments from
1st October 2007
ITEC Business Awareness Amendments from 1st October 2007

For more information please contact Debra Goldston.

*Offer valid on applications made on/before 30th April 2008