VTCT Certificate in Thermal Auricular Therapy (Ear Candling)

Level 2 Certificate in Thermal Auricular Therapy

 

The Certificate formalises the traditional techniques of using ear candles therapeutically. As such it makes the basic techniques, updates by research, available to all without adherence to specific manufacturers. The Certificate includes the techniques to be used with candles, massaging the head and face to promote the effects of ear candling and how to advice the client on homecare.

In addition, the effects of ear candling process are included and sufficient anatomy & physiology to be able to explain these effects. All health and safety aspects of use are also included.

 

If this unit is taken as a single unit and not part of a whole qualification, you must have achieved the following units either in the last 3 years ( and achieve APL)or either pass along side the study of ear candling certificate or as home study before. We do suggest that as best practise it is better that these units have been passed before the start of the course. Please see for more information.

 

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Course content:

  • History of Ear Candling and use of ear candles
  • risk assessment, health and safety aspects of ear candling
  • consultation techniques for ear candling
  • the benefits fo ear candling
  • the contra-indications of ear candling
  • the contra- actions of ear candling
  • related anatomy & physiology for ear candling
  • the application of ear candles
  • the composition of ear candles and different makes available
  • features of ear candles
  • face massage for ear candling
  • how to read the results of residue left in candle and the effects
  • aftercare advice
  • protocols of working with children
  • marketing/costing

How long is the course?

 

One day attendance 9.30am till 4pm

Plus half a day assessment

 

How is the course taught?

The course is taught through lectures, visual aids, practical sessions and use of interactive whiteboard.

 

 

What are the entry requirements?

No previous knowledge is required, however it is best practise qualified in a Body Massage Therapy and to have studied Anatomy and physiology. You will also have to have covered in the last 3 years the Mandatory VR02 and VR74 units or be prepared to cover these before the course. These can be done with a home study pack. See section on this course.

 

What equipment will i require?

Health academics supplies the candles for the training day and your one client in the practical assessment. However you will have to purchase the candles for your case studies. 

 

These can be ordered directly from the college, please place order when booking course.You will need 6 candles.

optional purchase of a recommend reading book

 

 

How is the course assessed?

Two assignments

Case studies covering ranges in assessment book( usually 3 people 2 times will cover them all)

Portfolio/assessment book which will be put together with you on the Final assessment day- one client treatment only

 

Is there any home study?

 Yes, the completion of two assignments and Case studies. these are completed  after training day and must be sent back a week before your final assessment day.

 

What qualification will i gain?

Upon successful completion of the course, students will recieve the VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Thermal Auricular Therapy(Ear Candling)

 

How much is the course?

£130 plus VTCT assessment book fee £16 and if not a member of VTCT a life time registration fee of £15.

 

 

Course dates  2010

There is a course running on:

FRIDAY 11TH jUNE 2010

 

£130.00