Job Description - Holistic Therapist
Lots of people are now turning to alternative methods of healing to help with the every day stresses and strains of modern living. There are a variety of different therapies available including, acupuncture, aromatherapy, reflexology, different massage techniques, colour therapy, hypnotism and many others. Also medicinal treatment such as Chinese medicine, herbalism and homeopathy.
Training & Qualifications
There are so many different forms of Holistic Therapies that you may wish to pick a course that covers a variety of the therapies and then make a decision later as to what you would like to specialize in.
Personal Qualities
To practice any type of holistic therapy you must primarily believe in your treatments, be sympathetic towards your patients, and have the ability to listen carefully. Also you must possess good intuition and have a calm and level headed nature.
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Telephone Number Dialling Information
All telephone numbers quoted in this section are expressed in local dialling format. If dialling from overseas the country access codes to be used in conjunction with your international prefixes are:-
UK 44
USA 1
Australia 61
Canada 1
In some cases the first zero of the telephone number will be need to be omitted if dialling from overseas, if in doubt please check with your local operator.
Useful Addresses & Contacts
UK
British Complementary Medicine Association, 249 Fosse Road, South Leicester LE3 1AE
Tel: 0116 2825511 Fax: 0116 2825611
Website:
http://www.bcma.co.uk
The BCMA represents various complementary therapies and gives information on courses available.
The Institute for Complementary Medicine PO Box 194 London SE16 1QZ
The ICM is a registered charity that was formed in 1982 to provide the public with information on Complementary Medicine.
Website:
http://www.icmedicine.co.uk
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USA
American Holistic Health Association, PO Box 17400, Anaheim, CA 92817-7400 USA
Tel: 714 779-6152
Email:
mail@ahha.org
Website:
http://ahha.org/index.html
A non-profit educational corporation.
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Australia
Federation of Natural and Traditional Therapists Ltd., P.O. Box 168, North Adelaide 5006
South Australia, AUSTRALIA
Tel: 88344 6609 Fax: 88344 5965
Website:
http://fntt.org.au
The FNTT consists of a number of professional associations representing the greater majority of natural and traditional therapists in Australia.
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Canada
Life Abundance Health Cooperative
Email:
education@lifeabundance.com
Website:
http://www.lifeabundance.com
Life Abundance Health Cooperative began in 2002. The Life Abundance Health Cooperative are dedicated to the promotion towards healthier lifestyles. Their website provides a directory of Canadian professional Holistic Health Providers.
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Courses Covering a Variety of Holistic Therapies
Courses - UK
University of Westminster, Cavendish Campus, 115 New Cavendish Street London W1M 8JS
Tel: 0171 911 5883
Website:
http://www.wmin.ac.uk
Offers both under and post graduate Complementary Therapy Courses. Qualifications are necessary to take this course.
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Courses - USA
John F. Kennedy University, 12 Altarinda Road, Orinda, California
Tel: 94563-2603
Website: http://www.jfku.edu
University offering an MA in Holistic Health Education.
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Courses - Australia
Australasian College of Natural Therapies, Postal Address: PO Box K1356, Haymarket, NSW 1240, Australia
Tel: 02 9218 8888 Fax: 02 9281 4411
Email:
info@acnt.edu.au
Website:
http://www.acnt.edu.au
Many different courses in different areas of Natural Therapies are available.
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Courses - Canada
Mississauga School Of Aromatherapy & Canadian Holistic Therapists Training School, Unit 121, Sheridan Corporate Centre, 2155 Leanne Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario L5K 2K8
Tel: Toll Free1 800 326 9491 or Toronto Area 905 822 5094 Fax: 905 822 0856
Email:
info@aroma.net
Website:
http://www.aroma.net
The Mississauga School of Aromatherapy & Natural Therapy was established in the early 1990's. Offering various courses in aromatherapy foot spa, natural beauty and cosmetic making.
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Reflexology is the applying of controlled pressure to the feet, where it is believed every part of the body is connected to by energy pathways. Reflexologists apply pressure to different areas of the foot to stimulate, release tension, and help the body to heal. Reflexology is especially good for stress related problems.
Training & Qualifications
There are many full time and part time courses available for people wishing to pursue a career in reflexology. Below are listed places that offer training in the UK USA and Australia.
Personal Qualities
To become a reflexologist it is important to have patience, good communication skills, and a sympathetic nature.
Useful Addresses & Contacts
UK
International Federation of Reflexologists, Croydon, Surrey CRO 1EF
Tel: 0181 667 9458 Fax: 0181 649 9291
Website:
http://reflexology-ifr.com
As well as keeping a register of professional therapist the I.F.R. has a list of accredited schools which all teach to a centrally agreed syllabus.
Association of
Reflexologists, 5 Fore Street,Taunton, Somerset, England, TA1 1HX , Tel:
0870 5673320 (Overseas: 01823 351010)
Fax: 01823 336646,
Website:
www.aor.org.uk
Email:
info@aor.org.uk
The AoR is a member of the Reflexology in Europe Network and the International Council for Reflexologists and provides up-to-date information on reflexology worldwide.
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USA
Reflexology Association of America, 4012 Rainbow Ste. K-PMB#585 Las Vegas, NV 89103-2059
Website:
http://www.reflexology-usa.org
Association with information on education, practitioners, and useful links.
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Australia
Reflexology Association of Australia (NSW) Inc, P.O. Box 366, Cammeray, NSW, 2062
Tel: 0500 502 250
Website:
http://www.raansw.com.au
The Reflexology Association of Australia is an independent, non-profit making organisation.
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Canada
Reflexology Association of Canada, P.O. Box 83008, Edmonton, Alberta, T5T 6S1
Tel: 780 443 4246 or 1 877 722 3338 Fax: 780 444 6882
Email:
memberserv@reflexologycanada.ca
Website:
http://reflexologycanada.ca
The Reflexology Association of Canada (RAC) is a Canada wide organization with over 3000 members, the RAC is a non profit organization.
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Courses - UK
Beaumont College of Natural Medicine, MWB Business Exchange, Hinton Road, Bournemouth BH1 2EF
Tel: 01202 708887 Fax: 01202 708720
Email:
info@beaumontcollege.co.uk
Website:
http://www.beaumontcollege.co.uk
For professional training courses Reflexology and other areas of complementary medicine.
BS Reflexology, 92 Sheering Road, Old Harlow, Essex CM17 OJW
Email:
mail@footreflexology.com
Website:
http://www.footreflexology.com
Offers books, equipment, stationery and training.
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Courses - USA
International Institute of Reflexology, 5650 1st Avenue North St. Petersburg, Fl 33710
Tel: 727 343 4811
Email:
ftreflex@concentric.net
Website:
http://www.reflexology-usa.net
This is the original school of Reflexology. Seminars held nationally and worldwide, teaching Ingham Reflexology since 1948.
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Courses - Australia
Chi-Reflexology, P.O. Box 158, Hazelbrook NSW 2779 Australia
Tel: 024758 6966
Email:
info@chi-reflexology.com.au
Website:
http://www.chi-reflexology.com.au
Offers chi-reflexology courses and Post-Graduate Seminars The College is an accredited training institution with the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS).
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Courses - Canada
Reflexology Association of Canada, P.O. Box 83008, Edmonton, Alberta T5T 6S1
Tel: 780 443 4246 or 1 877 722 3338 Fax: 780 444 6882
Email:
memberserv@reflexologycanada.ca
Website:
http://reflexologycanada.ca
The Reflexology Association of Canada (RAC) is a Canada wide non profit organization with over 3000 members. Their 110 hour Foot Reflexology Certification Course includes 35 hours of classroom instruction, 15 hours of home study, and 60 hours of independent practical training.
Ontario College of Reflexology, P.O. Box 220, A24 Twin Lakes Rd., New Liskeard, Ontario P0J 1P0
Tel: 705 647 5354 or Toll-Free: 1 888 OCR FEET (1 888 627 3338) Fax: 705 648 6247
Email:
ocr@ocr.edu
Website:
http://www.ocr.edu
The OCR offer various reflexology courses including distance learning courses.
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Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy has been around for over 3000 years and was practised daily by the Egyptians. Aromatherapist use essential oils to improve physical and mental wellbeing and also as a preventative for diseases. Essential oils are extracted from amongst other things flowers, plants and herbs. Each different plant oil possesses different therapeutic properties. The extracts can be used as cures in a variety of ways for example in massage, burners, inhalation and baths. Aromatherapy is especially good for people suffering from stress, and stress related illnesses and aids in relaxation. Essential oils have been used for thousands of years as medicines and fragrances.
Training & Qualifications
The Beaumont College of Natural Medicine, The Foundation for Aromatherapy Research and Education and The Australian School of awareness all offer training courses for people wishing to pursue a career in Aromatherapy.
Personal Qualities
To become an Aromatherapist you must have a keen interest in the healing properties of plants and herbs. You should have patience and sensitivity.
Useful Addresses & Contacts
UK
Ispa House, 82 Ashby Rd, Hinckley, Leics, LE10 1SN
Tel: 01455 637987 Fax: 01455 890956
Email:
LisaBrown@ISPA.demon.co.uk
Website: http://www.the-ispa.org
ISPA is one of the largest and longest standing associations for professional Aromatherapists.
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USA
The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy, 2000 2nd Ave, Ste 206 Seattle, WA 98121
Tel: 888-ASK-NAHA Fax: 206-770-5915
E-mail: info@naha.org
Website:
http://www.naha.org
The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) is an educational, non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing public awareness of the benefits of true aromatherapy.
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Australia
International Federation of Aromatherapist,PO Box 786, Templestowe, VIC 3106 Australia
Tel: 1 902 240-125
Email:
info@ifa.org.au
Website:
http://www.ifa.org.au
The IFA is an independent non-profit professional body founded in the UK in 1985.
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Canada
Canadian Federation of Aromatherapists, Administrative Office, 456136 45th Line, R.R. #5, Embro, ON N0J 1J0
Tel: 519 475 9038
Email:
officemanager@cfacanada.com
Website:
http://www.cfacanada.com
The Canadian Federation of Aromatherapists is an international Professional Association for Aromatherapists, the CFA list instructors who's courses meet the standards set by the Canadian Federation of Aromatherapists.
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Courses - UK
Beaumont College of Natural Medicine Beaumont College of Natural Medicine, MWB Business Exchange, Hinton Road, Bournemouth BH1 2EF
Tel: 01202 708887 Fax: 01202 708720
E-mail:
info@beaumontcollege.co.uk
Website:
http://www.beaumontcollege.co.uk
Run professional training course in Aromatherapy successful completion of this course leads to the Beaumont College Diploma in Holistic Aromatherapy.
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Courses - USA
The Foundation for Aromatherapy Research and Education Tel: 641 472 2422 ext.218.
Website:
http://www.amrita.net/foundation/index.html
The Foundation Runs Aromatherapy courses which lead to an aromatherapy certification.
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Courses - Australia
Australian School of awareness, P.O Box 187, Montrose, Victoria 3765 Australia
Tel: 39728 8631 Fax: 39728 8630.
Email:
info@australianschoolofawareness.net
Website:
http://www.australianschoolofawareness.net
The Australian School Of Awareness trains its students to become confident and competent therapists in all areas of Aromatherapy and Essential Oils. Other Natural Healing Therapies also are taught.
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Courses - Canada
Joyessence Aromatherapy Centre
Tel: 519 821 7504
Email:
joy@joyessence.on.ca
Website:
http://www.joyessence.on.ca
Joyessence run an Aromatherapy Certification Course, and an Aromatherapy Correspondance Course, the certification course is a 200 hour diploma course, the Aromatherapy Correspondence Course, is a home study course in two modules; module one: all about essential oils, module two: anatomy/physiology/pathology.
West Coast Institute of Aromatherapy, 6870 Beechwood St., Vancouver, BC V6P 5V2
Tel: 604 267 3779
Email:
info@westcoastaromatherapy.com
Website:
http://www.westcoastaromatherapy.com
The West Coast Institute of Aromatherapy offers 'Aromatherapy 101' a basic training course in aromatherapy, and a follow up course 'Aromatherapy 102' combined with course 101 this gives students the knowledge to practice Aromatherapy professionally.
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