Affiliates

VTCT is a regulated awarding organisation, offering vocational qualifications in Beauty Therapy, Hairdressing, Holistic Therapies and Sports & Active Leisure. Qualifications are undertaken at over 500 Colleges of Further Education and Private Training Centres throughout the United Kingdom. National Occupational Standards are met in the development of all new qualifications written for the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) in the United Kingdom. VTCT qualifications are recognised though the European Qualification Framework (ECF), enabling learners to practice in Europe and beyond. Qualifications are now delivered under three brands: VTCT, iTEC and Skillsfirst, covering over 3,000 training locations worldwide with 100,000 learners and apprentices every year.

iTEC has a close working partnership with over 650 approved centres worldwide and has offices in Southampton, Ireland and South Africa. iTEC offers centres and learners high-quality regulated qualifications for employability, specialist subjects and skills enhancement. The ITEC portfolio includes qualifications in beauty and spa therapy, complementary therapies, sports and fitness, hairdressing and customer service sectors. iTEC is part of the VTCT group, the UK’s market-leading vocational and technical awarding organisation.

The Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT) is the UK and Ireland’s largest professional association for multi-disciplined complementary, holistic beauty and sports therapists. Founded in 1962, the FHT is a not-for-profit organisation and has been promoting the highest standards in education and therapy practice for 50 years. No other professional association has influenced the acceptance of complementary, beauty and sports therapies in the UK more than the FHT. It is recognised by the industry’s regulatory and governing bodies, as well as the general public, as being a mark of professional excellence. Membership benefits  include access to high-quality insurance policies, tailor-made for therapists;  a free members’ helpline; copies of International Therapist journal; discounted continued professional development opportunities; and special member discounts from leading suppliers.

The Association of Reflexologists is the foremost aspirational and independent Professional Association for reflexology in the UK.  The letters MAR (member), FMAR (fellow) and HMAR (honorary) after a therapist’s name denotes their membership status – a sign of assurance that they have met the strictest standards of reflexology practice, that they are committed to continually developing their skills and knowledge, together with a commitment to adhering to the Association’s Code of Conduct and Practice.

The Kinesiology Federation (KF) is an umbrella organisation for a variety of Kinesiology schools in the UK. The KF sets the standard for these schools and their students and practitioners and ensures these requirements are met. We currently have around 300 members, from students or friends to advanced practitioners. It’s a non-profit organisation, with Policy Board members (active KF members) acting as Directors.

We are in the process of becoming a Verifying Organisation for Kinesiology in the UK under CNHC (Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council) and with that are aiming to raise the profile of Kinesiology to a national level.

The Bowen Association UK provides technical and practical support for Bowen therapists and their clients and a practitioner referral service for the general public. It works to increase awareness of the Bowen Technique to the general public and health professionals and liaises with government agencies at the forefront of legislation regarding the industry.

They also

• Ensure that practitioners adhere to the Association’s code of conduct.
• Keep practitioners informed of latest developments.
• Seek out interesting training opportunities.
• Ensure that practitioners on public listings undertake 16 hours cpd annually, have current First Aid, and are fully insured.

Bowen is a type of treatment and therapy that uses very gentle pressure to stimulate the body to ‘reboot’ or ‘readjust’ itself. At Bowen College we don’t train you to become Bowen technicians, we train you to become therapists in the art and science of Bowen Therapy and how the mind plays an instrumental part in health.

We offer a complete package of training – all within one organisation, delivered by a wide range of experienced trainers and qualified healthcare professionals.

Once qualified as a Bowen Therapist we have a number of courses that you can attend to expand your knowledge and enhance your practice.

Bowen Training UK offers a unique opportunity to learn with the original pioneers of the Bowen Technique and join an international network of practitioners that is influencing healthcare in nearly every European country and world wide. Bowen Training UK, affiliated with Bowtech, is the only college to have extensive support throughout the world with an estimated 20,000 practitioners currently taught and over 90 accredited teachers. Only Bowtech gives access to the full range of procedures documented by Oswald Rentsch directly from Tom Bowen himself.

American Bowen Academy is the only internationally recognized organization in the U.S. that offers certification training for Bowen Practitioners.

The Aroma Shoppe was established in 1986, originally as The Institut d’Aromatherapie to provide quality education and products in the field of Holistic studies and Natural Skin Care. We offer CAREER COURSES in the UK, Netherlands and Canada. The school offers a Holistic Health Practitioner Program, where you can learn how to become a Holistic Skin Care Practitioner, Reflexologist, Aromatherapist and much more. Learn how to make your own cosmetics with an accredited diploma course in cosmetic making. For the ‘Do-it-Yourself’ enthusiast, the Aroma Shoppe as well as supplying cosmetic making books, also supplies the equipment and packaging needed to make cosmetics such as lipstick molds and elegant lipstick tubes at wholesale prices from 1 to 10,000. For the fledging entrepreneur to the established business owner we help you every step of the way with wholesale prices. We also supply organic ingredients for making your own skin, hair and body care products, soap, natural lipsticks and mineral makeup.

AuroraStar Holistic Therapies & Training – delivering exceptional holistic training and therapies, to the Beds, Bucks, Herts & surrounding areas.  We provide small group or 1 to 1 training to diploma level in a large range of holistic therapies, Reiki, meditation, End of Life Skills, small taster workshops and refresher days as well as giving personal bespoke holistic treatments in all of these area. We provide comprehensive manuals and routines for all our students, help and advice in setting up a business, business legislation information. We also provide ongoing in person, Facebook and group support and mentoring as well as access to a professional body; The Association of Professional Therapists and Lecturers (APTL).

The Ayurveda Institute is an international school based in London which specialises in authentic, vocational and theoretical teaching of Ayurveda from the classical texts. Ayurveda is enjoying a global resurgence and is increasingly recognised as one of the most intelligent systems of healing known to man. At the Ayurveda Institute, we offer understanding of this vast system from the perspective of highly experienced and classically trained Ayurvedic physicians. We believe that the Ayurveda Institute offers the most authentic vocational and theoretical, classically derived training using the most modern teaching mediums. We deliver teaching that makes Ayurveda accessible and relevant to modern lifestyles.

Bayly School Of Reflexology, founded in 1978 by the late Doreen Bayly, was the first Reflexology training school to be established in Great Britain. Mrs. Bayly is considered by many to have been the pioneer of Reflexology in Great Britain having introduced the method in the 1960’s. On Bayly School courses, students learn to give a reflexology treatment using the unique practical technique developed by Doreen Bayly which is taught by few other schools. Thousands worldwide have trained with The Bayly School, the official teaching body of The British Reflexology Association. Nicola Hall, who trained with Doreen Bayly, is Director of Bayly School.

In addition to providing a range of therapies to its clients, Body in Balance Training is also a registered, independent training provider for professional practitioners. It is also a Bayly School of Reflexology assessment centre. My aim is to provide world class learning to help my students achieve their full potential as therapists in a challenging yet secure and caring environment. My training school combines the best of traditional and modern methods to provide top quality courses. I offer internationally recognised qualifications for therapists looking to start (or who already run) their own practice. I deliver bespoke training courses that are specifically tailored to meet your needs and can create courses according to demand. I also teach courses for individuals who siimply want to broaden their knowledge, add a new skill or treat family and friends.

The college provide full training programs in the soft tissue remedial therapy called the Bowen Technique. Established for 27 years it has trained thousands of successful practitioners to provide professional clinics in the public arena, NHS, care homes, hospices and many others. The Bowen Technique is know for it’s gentle approach and unique breaks during treatment , an area that is fascinating from a neuro science perspective. People chose Bowen as a treatment for many presentation across the musculo-skeletal fields, pain management, chronic pain as well as various organic and respiratoy reasons. it is growing in popularity for health professionals and people changing career.

Internationally Accredited Online Courses in Health, Hormones and Coaching.

Professional qualifications, specialising in women’s health, nutrition and coaching including hormones, menopause, digestion and the immune system. All available online, taught via zoom and ready to start immediately.

At the core of our wellness diplomas is the Triangle of Hormonal Health – a system of analysing the body to explain the hormonal interplays contributing to issues.

This system is unique to the College of Functional Wellness and will teach you how to guide your clients to a place of good health and wellbeing.

The college of OBB has a long standing history of providing accredited training courses within UK and overseas. We are fully insured with the UK’s largest professional association for therapists – The Federation of Holistic Therapists. Who train with us: Therapists, Healthcare professionals, Personal trainers, Complimentary Med. BSc students, Chartered physiotherapists, Nurses, Homeopaths through to Spa & Leisure industries and Corporate organisations. Courses: KORE Consultants Diploma (Musculo-skeletal assessment & treatment system), Clinical Acupuncture (validated by Cumbria University), Anmo Fu (Deep Organ Massage), P4mance Training (Functional assessment & treatment system) Access course (looking for a career change?) and Cupping Therapy.

Jan has been involved in caring and supporting roles for over 30 years on the Wirral. Supporting a diverse range of people during extremely difficult times in their lives. She ventured into holistic training and now hold a variety of holistic qualifications. Inspired by the changes in her life and the positive feedback she receives from clients, she can now support people in a truly holistic & person centred way. Reiki is her passion and Jan offers training that adheres to the high standards of professional organisations, adhering to the Reiki Council Core Curriculum for the Professional Practice of Reiki. The curriculum refers to and expands on the specific requirements of professional practice as described in the National Occupational Standards. Initially practising Reiki in Wallasey Wirral since 2002 then at Reiki Master Level since 2005, Jan witnessed the many benefits of Reiki both personally and professionally on all levels emotionally, physically and spiritually. Learning Level one Reiki supports personal lifestyle changes that can enhance your own wellbeing.

Northern Ireland’s leading holistic therapy school. Choose from our FHT accredited Reflexology diploma, our signature Womb Wisdom Massage or a range of short CPD massage and holistic courses.

Dreamstone Holistics provides high quality, accredited training in energy healing subjects: Crystal Therapy at Intermediate, Certificate & Diploma levels, Reiki teaching up to Level 3 Master Teacher and instruction in Meditation techniques in venues within the South Wales area.

Earthereal of Yorkshire is the holistic practice and training academy of Lois Skilleter, therapist, teacher and Reiki Master, in Ilkley, Yorkshire. I offer accredited Practitioner Diploma Courses in a variety of holistic therapies including Reiki, massage, aromatherapy and ear candling, and welcome students at all levels and from all backgrounds. I teach just one or two students on each course, to ensure personal attention, friendly tuition and the opportunity for plenty of practical experience to ensure my students are able to work confidently and effectively to deliver their chosen therapies. I also offer ongoing support to all my students.

We are are a FHT accredited training provider and offer training of the highest quality in holistic therapies. We offer comprehensive Level 3 qualifications in Body Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology and Indian Head Massage as well as many CPD courses for the qualified therapist. All our courses are accredited by the FHT and fully insurable. Our tutors have over twenty years experience in teaching and practising holistic therapies.Their passion for these therapies shines through in their teaching. Small groups and a quiet relaxing environment enhance your learning experience.

Energise! is the holistic and complementary therapies strand of Therapies Learning Centre, a VTCT approved centre offering professional, quality qualifications in beauty and complementary therapies, together with CPD opportunities for existing therapists. Our teachers hold the Teaching Qualification in Further Education and assessors and verifiers awards, and have a wealth of experience lecturing in the college setting. We aim to make therapy training at our centres in Glasgow and Lanarkshire accessible, rewarding, and fun!

ESSENTIAL THERAPIES Reflexology & Holistic Academy is committed to providing hand’s on, professional training in Reflexology and Holistic Therapies. Courses are taught in small groups or 1:1, with the emphasis on learning the practical side. Our Diplomas are all accredited by Professional Reflexology, Professional Beauty Direct and Centre of CPD Excellence. Sarah has over 20 year’s experience working as a Holistic & Beauty Therapist running her own successful business and looks forward to supporting you through your therapy journey. Based in Lincolnshire with easy access via road & rail.

The International Institute of Facial Reflexology by Lone Sorensen, Denmark, -leading School since 1978, in the field of education of Facial Reflexology and Neuro- Reflexology, since 2000 teaching in 24 countries within 45 instructors, are now also offering WEBINAR and DISTANCE learning giving students the possibility to gain qualifications and experience for professional career in the area of Facial Reflexology in the comfort to study from home.

The E-Learning Course in Classical Homeopathy represents a culmination of more than sixty years’ experience in the practice and teaching of Classical Homeopathy, by Professor George Vithoulkas. Because of the undeniable successes in patient outcomes worldwide using traditional homeopathy, we are busy educating doctors and medical professionals through the E-Learning Course in Classical Homeopathy, utilizing the best contemporary educational and scientific standards available, in order that they too can help their patients regain health.

The E-Learning Course in Classical Homeopathy is the flagship of the International Academy of Classical Homeopathy (IACH) which was designed by Professor George Vithoulkas and his medical and academic team in Alonissos, Greece.

Joanne Woodward Holistic Health Clinic is based in Warwickshire and offers the following services:

• Aromatherapy Treatments and Training
• Clinical Aromatherapy
• Holistic Therapies
• Reiki treatments and training
• Nutrition Therapy
• Fitness Classes

Sue Lilly of Mandala Complementary Therapies has been training complementary practitioners for over thirty years and has been working as a kinesiologist and energy worker for over forty years. Experience has taught her that the unseen pressures of working with clients can build up over time and these reduce efficiency, resilience, quality of health, enjoyment and can lead eventually to burn-out. Having invested in good quality training it is important to be able to continue to practice for as long as wanted and in the best possible health. Divided into sections, this course describes and gives techniques to deal with personal energy protection and person-to-person issues. There are videos to see and audios to listen to, demonstrating processes such as grounding techniques, centre-line breathing, Cook’s hook up and thymus tapping and how to deal with people who drain your energy and people who are ace manipulators. This course is a must for all therapists. Students who train with Sue get this necessary information to help them with this as part of their courses. For others, this CPD course covers the diverse range of topics that can help you maintain your energetic health – the area of your own wellbeing that carries the invisible costs of dealing with clients, the costs that are often being underestimated, missed or ignored. Although this course was initially intended for therapists and students, it is also relevant to anyone who is very sensitive to other people and their surroundings and anyone who deals with other people as part of their day to day life. There are two versions of this course. The information you receive in both is identical. However, one gives you the option of taking a short reflective assignment at the end. This assignment is emailed to Mandala Complementary Therapies. Once it has been reviewed you will receive feedback, a certificate will be emailed to you and you will receive 5 CPD points. This certified version is accredited by the FHT. In both cases you receive a link to your download on the sales order confirmation that is automatically generated and emailed to you when you place your order. You can therefore get started immediately!

Pathways Reflexology is a centre specialising in high quality reflexology training and practice. Angela has more than 30 years’ experience in the field of reflexology and offers treatments and training in foot, hand and facial reflexology. She set up Pathways School of Reflexology in 1996 to run accredited, professional training courses. The school also offers a number of advanced courses and workshops for the practising therapist. Pathways Reflexology is an authorised school in UK for supporting webinar and distance learning courses of the International Institute of Facial Reflexology. Angela teaches in England and Canada.

Established in 2003, the Penny Price Academy prides itself on its excellent delivery of aromatherapy and complementary therapy courses. You can join us as a complete novice or as a trained therapist for our modular therapy courses to suit you. The Academy has won awards both for excellence in Complementary Therapy and Aromatherapy Courses and for student support. You can be assured that you will have the opportunity to engage with professional, lively tutors who are dedicated to your training needs and progress. The Academy is accredited for its Complementary Therapy and Aromatherapy Courses, ensuring your peace of mind and guarantee of success.

Holistic Therapy Training accredited by IPHM and APTL in person and over Zoom, Swedish Massage, Hot Stones Massage, Aromatherapy Blending and Reflexology, Reiki I, II and Master and Karuna Master Level certificated courses.

Workshops in Chakra rebalancing, Reiki, Aromatherapy, Hand & kids Reflexology, Facial yoga, Meridians, Energy Work Yoga.  Individual treatments which provide stress and anxiety relief, increase immunity, boost all systems of the body by working with DoTERRA therapeutic grade essential oils.

TEACH Therapy offer 29 FHT Accredited courses and also Bach Centre Approved Flower Remedy courses, we have courses for beginners who are interested in joining the Complementary Health profession and also for qualified Massage and Reflexology practitioners who would like to advance and extend their skills. We have a fantastic team of 8 qualified and experienced tutors who are experts in their field.

The Aromatherapy Company is passionate and committed to education and protection of organic aromatherapy and it provides teaching with care and passion. Our aim is to fill you with confidence and self-belief so that you follow your path into the wonderful world of aromatherapy.

Our courses pride themselves in being very flexible and are ideal to fit around your lifestyle. You can blend in house and distance learning especially if you want the experience of learning with other students and if you wish to obtain the massage qualification.

The Aromatherapy Company is an accredited IFPA registered school.

The College of Chinese Medicine runs Degree Level Diploma and Professional CPD training courses in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. The College was established in 1992 to promote the development and education in Traditional and Orthopaedic Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine modalities like Chinese Herbal medicine, Acupressure, Tuina, Scalp, Auricular, Hand, Cosmetic and Abdominal Microsystems. We wish to preserve and further develop its professional standing and integration into modern health care practice.

The Glasgow School of Massage is located in the west end of Glasgow and is a trusted provider of accredited (Accredited by the FHT, Federation of Holistic Therapists) professional courses and recognised qualifications for beginners to established therapists. All training is insurable for professional use.

The Holistic Alternatives is a training facility offering high standards of training in Professional Aromatherapy accredited by The International Federation of Professional Aromatherapist – England (IFPA). We have our own fantastic Aromatherapy online digital platform, accredited Clinical Aromatherapy Diploma course IFPA approved as well ass short courses in Aromatherapy with CPD points.

The Yoga People are a community of teachers and cooperating studios founded by RYT500 Hours teachers Jamie Clarke & Dulce Aguilar. Since 2001, they have been practicing yoga, training teachers and sharing the yoga love with classes, retreats, workshops and teacher trainings. To date, more than 350 students have become Yoga Alliance certified teachers on their global, accredited programs at the 200-hour foundation and 500-hour advanced levels. They are committed to developing the most excellent and insightful teachers, offering a holistic approach to learning and nourishing personal development.

Touch for Health UK is a Kinesiology School providing professional Kinesiology Training. With instructors throughout the UK we offer a modular approach strengthened by mentoring and support from the senior team and the Touch for Health UK community. Touch for Health is the gold standard of Kinesiology, changing lives in over 60 countries and taught in many languages.

Tranquil Heart offers a professional, flexible training program, both in-house and on-line distance learning, which can be combined to give the student a varied learning experience. We provide a safe and nurturing environment allowing the student to flourish as a creative, skillful and compassionate aromatherapy practitioner.