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Introduction to complimentary therapies

EKC Ashford College

Elwick Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1NN

National Certificate (BTEC / NCFE)
Level 1
Health, Public Services and Care

Available start dates

Application Instructions

Applications Open - Monday 27 October 2025

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply - Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide.

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Ashford College

Application Limits - You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

  • EKC Ashford College
  • EKC Broadstairs College*
  • EKC Canterbury College*
  • EKC Dover College
  • EKC Folkestone College*
  • EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Course Summary

This is a short course to enable you to explore the complementary therapies involving reflexology, aromatherapy and massage. These therapies are aimed at providing holistic treatments to improve physical and mental health, relaxation, and overall wellness.

Course Details

On our Introduction to Complementary Therapies course, you'll learn the foundational skills and techniques in therapies such as reflexology, aromatherapy, and massage.

The course covers essential topics such as:

  • Understanding of anatomy
  • Learning about client care
  • The use of various treatments to promote relaxation
  • Techniques to improve wellbeing, and relieve stress.

Your next steps...

This course will give you an insight into the work of reflexologists, aromatherapists, and massage therapists, providing a solid foundation for further study in these therapies.

It could be the first step towards a rewarding career as a reflexologist, aromatherapist, or massage therapist.


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