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Working in Complementary Therapy
Code: T26CQ1945
Location: Chesterfield
Cost: Free
Starting: Thursday 24 September 2026
Duration: 1 sessions over 1 week(s)
Time: 10.00am
By continuing you confirm that you are enrolling onto an adult learning course and that you are aged 19 or over on 1 September 2025, or you are enrolling a young person aged 14-18 on 31 August 2025 specifically onto one of our Study Programme courses, and that you agree to the Terms and Conditions.
Description
Join Complementary Therapist and DACES Tutor Lisa on this Introduction to Complementary Therapy course in Chesterfield.
During this interesting, informative one day course, we will explore the role of a Complementary Therapist and learn more about the various skills, and qualifications required for each modality to work in this rewarding career.
We will also learn two simple massage routines through clothing covering the Head, Neck and Shoulders and Hand and Arm.
With your new skills you will be able to treat yourself, family and friends and discover the benefits of massage in helping to reduce stress and improve emotional wellbeing. You can choose to join the course for the whole day or just the morning or afternoon session (please enrol on both if you wish to attend both sessions)
Just bring a notebook and pen and a willingness to learn and be open to new ways of thinking.
Please wear loose comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting oil on. All equipment will be provided.
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone who has an interest in learning more about this occupational area.
How will I learn?
You will learn informally in a classroom. Your tutor will help you to progress at your own pace.
What will I need?
You may choose to bring a notebook and pen so that you can make notes.
Are there any other costs?
This is a free course.
Ask your tutor about further courses that you might choose to study.
Time and duration
Start Date: 24 September 2026
Start Time: 10.00am
Day: Thursday
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 1
Location
Chesterfield
Dock Walk
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S40 2GQ
01629 535002