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COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES QUALIFICATIONS DIRECTORY
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Welcome ABC Awards (ABC) is an Awarding Organisation in the United Kingdom with an established reputation for quality and customer service. ABC is recognised by the regulatory bodies as an awarding organisation whose qualifications meet the criteria applied by Ofqual and are eligible for funding under the Skills Funding Agency (SFA) and the Young People's Learning Agency (YLPA). ABC’s portfolio of qualifications has been developed in conjunction with relevant Sector Skills Councils and subject specialists in response to industry needs, and we believe all ABC qualifications are designed to enable flexibility of delivery and assessment. ABC has a transparent and highly competitive fee structure which is based upon credit accumulation and has been developed specifically for a credit based qualifications framework. This is published on our website. ABC fees are inclusive of moderation and certification.
Please note: The credit target for the same qualification title may vary according to pathway and units chosen. The Units and Rules of Combination documents for all these qualifications can be accessed via the ABC Awards web site. http://www.abcawards.co.ukcomplementarytherapie s.php The current fees for all these qualifications can be accessed via the ABC Awards web site http://www.abcawards.co.uk/fees1011.php ABC Awards has endeavoured to provide signposting to funding eligibility but centres are advised that these are guides only and clarification from funding providers should be sought. Guide to Funding Eligibility categories
ABC continues to provide centres with access to a regional Business Development Manager, a moderator with subject specialism and a named Qualification Administrator as well as the full range of ABC training events and conferences. This directory provides a brief outline for each of ABC’s qualifications in Health & Social Care – Complementary Therapies.
FL = Foundation Learning ASL = Additional and Specialist Learning APP = Apprenticeship Frameworks SO = Stand Alone T2G = Train to Gain ALR = Adult Learner Responsive OLASS = Offender Learning and Skills PFU = Programmes for the Unemployed Ad App = 19+ Apprenticeship Frameworks
This suite of qualifications is administered at the ABC Awards Nottingham office.
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60050548 Level 2 Diploma in Complementary Therapies 60049595 Level 3 Certificate in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Complementary Therapies 60050573 Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies 60049601 Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy 60050457 Level 3 Diploma in Massage 6005055X Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology
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ABC Qual Code D4203-02
60050548 Level 2 Diploma in Complementary Therapies Learners must achieve a minimum of 77 credits from the seven Level 2 mandatory units Unit
Provide basic reflexology techniques [D/503/7656] Provide basic massage therapy techniques for complementary therapies [H/503/7738] Provide basic aromatherapy techniques using pre-blended oils [A/503/7745] Knowledge of anatomy and physiology for complementary therapies [M/503/7628] Introduction to principles and practice of complementary therapies [J/503/7778] Introduction to clinic services and business awareness for complementary therapies [F/503/7777] Introduction to healthy eating and well-being for the complementary therapy client [M/504/0318]
Restrictions and Requirements
Assessment Minimum Approved Age Qualification Grading Operational Start Date Review Date Funding FL ASL Eligibility
App
Points Score Contribution to Threshold L1 Contribution to Threshold L2 Contribution to Threshold L3 Sector (ABC) Sector (Regulator) Sector Skills Council
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Level
Credit Value
GLH
2
14
80
2
14
80
2
14
80
2
16
90
2
7
45
2
7
45
2
5
30
Specific requirements and restrictions may apply to individual units within qualifications. Please check unit and qualification details for specific information. Internal assessment, internal and external moderation 16 Pass / Fail 01/09/2012 31/08/2015 SO T2G ALR OLASS PFU Ad App Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Complementary Therapies Health and Social Care Skills for Health Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council
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ABC Qual Code C4204-03
60049595 Level 3 Certificate in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Complementary Therapies Learners must achieve 13 credits from the Level 3 mandatory unit Unit
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies [R/503/7640]
Restrictions and Requirements
Assessment Minimum Approved Age Qualification Grading Operational Start Date Review Date Funding FL ASL Eligibility
App
Points Score Contribution to Threshold L1 Contribution to Threshold L2 Contribution to Threshold L3 Sector (ABC) Sector (Regulator) Sector Skills Council
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Level
Credit Value
GLH
3
13
94
Specific requirements and restrictions may apply to individual units within qualifications. Please check unit and qualification details for specific information. Internal assessment, internal and external moderation 16 Pass / Fail 01/09/2012 31/08/2015 SO T2G ALR OLASS PFU Ad App Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Complementary Therapies Health and Social Care Skills for Health Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council
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ABC Qual Code D4203-C3
60050573 Level 3 Diploma in Complementary Therapies Learners must achieve a minimum of 103 credits from the six Level 3 mandatory units. Learners may also achieve a further 6 credits from the additional optional unit at Level 3 but these credits will not count towards this qualification Mandatory Unit
Provide reflexology for complementary therapies [K/503/7725] Provide body massage for complementary therapies [D/503/7740] Provide aromatherapy for complementary therapies [T/503/7744] Principles and practice of complementary therapies [A/503/7776] Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies [R/503/7640] Business practice for complementary therapies [L/503/7779]
Level
Credit Value
GLH
3
25
112
3
19
112
3
21
112
3
13
30
3
13
94
3
12
60
3
6
30
Optional Unit
Healthy eating and well-being for the complementary therapy client [J/503/7747]
Restrictions and Requirements
Assessment Minimum Approved Age Qualification Grading Operational Start Date Review Date Funding FL ASL Eligibility
App
Points Score Contribution to Threshold L1 Contribution to Threshold L2 Contribution to Threshold L3 Sector (ABC) Sector (Regulator) Sector Skills Council
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Specific requirements and restrictions may apply to individual units within qualifications. Please check unit and qualification details for specific information. Internal assessment, internal and external moderation 16 Pass / Fail 01/09/2012 31/08/2015 SO T2G ALR OLASS PFU Ad App Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Complementary Therapies Health and Social Care Skills for Health Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council
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ABC Qual Code D4205-C3
60049601 Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy Learners must achieve a minimum of 59 credits from the four Level 3 mandatory units. Learners may also achieve a further 6 credits from the additional optional unit but these credits will not count towards this qualification Mandatory Unit
Provide aromatherapy for complementary therapies [T/503/7744] Principles and practice of complementary therapies [A/503/7776] Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies [R/503/7640] Business practice for complementary therapies [L/503/7779]
Level
Credit Value
GLH
3
21
112
3
13
30
3
13
94
3
12
60
3
6
30
Optional Unit
Healthy eating and well-being for the complementary therapy client [J/503/7747]
Restrictions and Requirements
Assessment Minimum Approved Age Qualification Grading Operational Start Date Review Date Funding FL ASL Eligibility
App
Points Score Contribution to Threshold L1 Contribution to Threshold L2 Contribution to Threshold L3 Sector (ABC) Sector (Regulator) Sector Skills Council
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Specific requirements and restrictions may apply to individual units within qualifications. Please check unit and qualification details for specific information. Internal assessment, internal and external moderation 16 Pass / Fail 01/09/2012 31/08/2015 SO T2G ALR OLASS PFU Ad App Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Complementary Therapies Health and Social Care Skills for Health Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council
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ABC Qual Code D4206-C3
60050457 Level 3 Diploma in Massage Learners must achieve a minimum of 57 credits from the four Level 3 mandatory units. Learners may also achieve a further 6 credits from the additional optional unit but these credits will not count towards this qualification Mandatory Unit
Provide body massage for complementary therapies [D/503/7740] Principles and practice of complementary therapies [A/503/7776] Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies [R/503/7640] Business practice for complementary therapies [L/503/7779]
Level
Credit Value
GLH
3
19
112
3
13
30
3
13
94
3
12
60
3
6
30
Optional Unit
Healthy eating and well-being for the complementary therapy client [J/503/7747]
Restrictions and Requirements
Assessment Minimum Approved Age Qualification Grading Operational Start Date Review Date Funding FL ASL Eligibility
App
Points Score Contribution to Threshold L1 Contribution to Threshold L2 Contribution to Threshold L3 Sector (ABC) Sector (Regulator) Sector Skills Council
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Specific requirements and restrictions may apply to individual units within qualifications. Please check unit and qualification details for specific information. Internal assessment, internal and external moderation 16 Pass / Fail 01/09/2012 31/08/2015 SO T2G ALR OLASS PFU Ad App Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Complementary Therapies Health and Social Care Skills for Health Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council
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ABC Qual Code D4207-C3
6005055X Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology Learners must achieve a minimum of 63 credits from the four Level 3 mandatory units. Learners may also achieve a further 6 credits from the additional optional unit but these credits will not count towards this qualification Mandatory Unit
Provide reflexology for complementary therapies [K/503/7725] Principles and practice of complementary therapies [A/503/7776] Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology for complementary therapies [R/503/7640] Business practice for complementary therapies [L/503/7779]
Level
Credit Value
GLH
3
25
112
3
13
30
3
13
94
3
12
60
3
6
30
Optional Unit
Healthy eating and well-being for the complementary therapy client [J/503/7747]
Restrictions and Requirements
Assessment Minimum Approved Age Qualification Grading Operational Start Date Review Date Funding FL ASL Eligibility
App
Points Score Contribution to Threshold L1 Contribution to Threshold L2 Contribution to Threshold L3 Sector (ABC) Sector (Regulator) Sector Skills Council
Issue 6 Sept 12
Specific requirements and restrictions may apply to individual units within qualifications. Please check unit and qualification details for specific information. Internal assessment, internal and external moderation 16 Pass / Fail 01/09/2012 31/08/2015 SO T2G ALR OLASS PFU Ad App Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Awaiting details Complementary Therapies Health and Social Care Skills for Health Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council
Amendments indicated by a black line in the margin
Issue 6 Sept 12
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Issue 6 Sept 12
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Issue 6 Sept 12
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