Healthcare and Fitness

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Course Title Languages Duration
A National Emergency, “Patient Safety”English12.00 hours

This course takes a compelling, honest look at the growing problem of patient safety. Industry studies indicate that as many as 100,000 people a year are dying from medical mistakes. There is general agreement that the healthcare industry is plagued by human error, system failures, lack of communication, and cover-ups. Numerous case studies are presented that highlight the glaring deficiencies and shortcomings in the practice of modern medicine. This program reveals how some hospital leaders are striving to change the culture and promote patient safety. Leading experts point out what is wrong and offer solutions to promote safer health care.

The course is recommended for all hospital administrators, clinicians and ethics committee members who have a responsibility in creating a culture of patient safety and fulfilling the credo of medicine, “first do no harm”.

Anatomy and PhysiologyEnglish168.00 hours
This course has been designed for use in the complementary health therapies.
Anatomy and Physiology-AdvancedEnglish110.00 hours
This course has been designed to provide a more in depth understanding of the human body and the accompanying physiological process that allow for its optimal functioning.
Anger and Aggression ManagementEnglish60.00 hours

It is a known fact that the confusion of angry feelings with aggressive behaviour creates a tremendous barrier to the expression of the natural, healthy, universal and useful human emotion that we call anger.

Animal CareEnglish126.00 hours
The course is designed to assist the student in understanding the basic needs of animals, from the information provided obtain a better understanding of the animal profile and then be able to identify problems. Students will then be able to comfortably understand animal breeds and at an early stage pass on any problems or information to vets or owners.
AromatherapyEnglish168.00 hours

Aromatherapy is one of the most widely used therapies and this course will enable you to successfully practice as an aromatherapist.

Beauty Make-up ProfessionalEnglish90.00 hours

This course will take you through the aspects of becoming a make-up consultant or therapist.

Beauty Salon ManagementEnglish110.00 hours

Everyone working in the salon should have an understanding of specific aspects of the day to day management and administrative function along with their beauty career skills.

Beauty TherapistEnglish192.00 hours
"How long you live rests largely in your own hands. So does how well you live, how much vitality you have and how good you will look in twenty years' time." Leslie Kenton, Ageless Ageing - The Natural Way to Stay Young.
Born Too Soon, “Neonatal Care in the 21st Century”English12.00 hours

Based on two nation-wide surveys of formal medical ethics education components in course syllabi, this unique series of courses in healthcare ethics education combines award winning, video documentaries, curriculum based topics, and state of the art technology.

The 12 module courses comprise of; streamed video providing case studies and commentary by prestigious, nationally recognized experts; an online essay text reflective of relevant literature; an online quiz of five multiple choice questions, all  designed to maximize learning.

Caring for Older PeopleEnglish56.00 hours

This course's objectives are based on the idea that care of older people needs to be holistic. This means that in order to be effective a carer must consider the client from biological, psychological and sociological viewpoints.

Caring for People with Learning DisabilitiesEnglish150.00 hours

In this course our tutors will guide you through the social dimensions of learning disabilities, while examining methods of teaching, caring for and managing people with learning difficulties.

Child Day CareEnglish140.00 hours

Helping children learn and gain new skills can be extremely rewarding coupled with this, Child Day Care workers often improve their own communication and personal skills by working with children. What is more, the Child Day Care work is never routine, with new activities and challenges everyday.

Child DevelopmentEnglish60.00 hours

This course examines areas of communication, language, play and social learning, whilst exploring the physical, mental and emotional development of the child. Formulated to cater to the needs and requirements of those engaged, or contemplating careers in child care, nursing or social care.

It will also have great appeal to the parent who is seeking to enhance his or her awareness and knowledge of child development.

Child PsychologyEnglish200.00 hours
This in-depth course in Child Psychology will provide you with an amazing insight into the development of children and will help you understand the things and situations that can affect how a child behaves.
Child Psychology - AdvancedEnglish140.00 hours

Have you ever wondered why the happy nine-month-old baby who always used to greet you with smiles and laughs has suddenly started crying as soon as you approach?  Have you ever found out why you are afraid of spiders, and what you can do to cure yourself?  If you have answered "yes" to one or more of these questions, then you'll find this course a source of constant fascination as we examine a wide range of psychological topics and answer all of these questions.

Clinical NutritionEnglish250.00 hours

A course structured to not only provide students with an programme which is vocational, but also it aims to provide job opportunities in this expanding area of interest.


Clinical Weight ControlEnglish150.00 hours

This course deals in depth with both the physiology and psychology of weight issues thus enabling the trained clinician to obtain consistently excellent results within the lucrative area of weight control.

Cognitive Behavioural TherapyEnglish360.00 hours
A professional training course in Cognitive Behavioural Training (Therapy
Counselling Children and AdolescentsEnglish220.00 hours
Counsellors help the client find their own answers and become more in charge of their own lives rather than less so; to be able to live their own life rather than be lived by it.
Counselling SkillsEnglish90.00 hours

The aim is for the counsellor to help the client find their own answers and to become more in charge of their lives rather than less so; to be able to live their own life rather than be lived by it.

Counselling Skills - AdvancedEnglish108.00 hours

This course is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and awareness of students who are seeking to mature and grow within their chosen fields.

DiabetesEnglish120.00 hours

Our diabetes courses qualify students for the level 4 NCFE Award certificate of achievement and Diabetes Diploma issued by Stonebridge Associated College.

Diet and Nutrition AdvisorEnglish250.00 hours
This innovative course brings together many aspects of nutrition in a very holistic approach. The varied skills you will acquire are a significant feature of this course.
Drug, Solvent & Alcohol Abuse CounsellingEnglish140.00 hours
Addiction to alcohol and drugs is a widespread malady that is treacherous because it is so often concealed.
Dying Well, “Assisted Suicide and End-of-Life Care?”English12.00 hours

In this course, leading proponents for assisted suicide argue on behalf of terminally ill patient’s rights regarding their care and ultimately their death, while opponents argue that assisted suicide is really a plea for better end-of-life care…… all of them searching for the best quality care possible.

In 1997, Oregon became the first state in the U.S to legalize physician-assisted suicide. Since then, voters in the state of Washington have legalized assisted suicide by passing the Death with Dignity Bill in 2008. Presently, the states of California and Montana are considering similar legislation. Outside the United States, countries such as, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Canada and Australia have limited legalized assisted suicide.

The Oregon Death with Dignity Act has created an impetus for opponents of assisted suicide to provide end of life care that is now regarded as a state of the art model for those states wishing to implement a new paradigm in quality care.

Exercise Physiology CourseEnglish120.00 hours
Coaches at International level are employing the services and skills of exercise physiologists (plus psychologists, nutritionists, etc.) in order to lessen the chances of failure and to ensure victory.
Fitness ManagementEnglish120.00 hours

If you are keen on sports or general fitness, then this is the course for you as we teach you to understand what fitness really is, and it enables you to develop a balanced fitness programme for yourself or for your clients.

Grief and Bereavement CounsellingEnglish120.00 hours
Working with the bereaved deals with an important aspect of counselling. The sense of loss, intense grief and depression that follows bereavement can be almost unbearable and the need for counselling is often a desperate one.
Introduction to PsychologyEnglish230.00 hours

This Psychology Course will succeed in providing the student with greater knowledge of feelings, abilities and personalities.

Lean Mastery for HealthcareEnglish40.00 hours

This course explains the importance of Lean for Healthcare, how to implement it, and why it produces substantial benefits.

Learning and Social WorkEnglish48.00 hours

Our Learning and Social Work course will help you to examine the problematic nature of social work and provide a framework for a professional approach to addressing the uncertainties and complexities of practice, while improving your knowledge about social work qualifications and its historical context.It's the convenient, affordable way to receive your certificate in social work.

Medical Office ManagementEnglish120.00 hours

As the need for health services increases, so the need for effective medical office and health management becomes greater. Assistants who provide this crucial function are an important part of this service and subsequently need to prepare themselves well for providing a professional service.

Mental Health and Social WorkEnglish180.00 hours
Since the 1970s the provision of services and support for people who are affected by problems of ageing, mental illness, mental handicap or physical or sensory disability to be able to live as independently as possible in their own homes, or in "homely" settings in the community, has been a key issue facing social workers.
Music Production Using LogicEnglish60.00 hours

Digital audio programs like Apple Logic can be your one-stop shop for mixing and producing songs, voiceovers, grooves, or movie scores-whatever your heart and ears desire.

Nutrition for Children and AdolescentsEnglish110.00 hours

Improving the health and nutrition of children should remain a priority for the government, health professionals, the food industry and teachers alike. But more importantly, parents should also have an active role in providing the best nutritional quality to their children.  The course aims to show parents and practitioners how to improve the health and nutrition of children.

Persistent Vegetative State “To Live … or Let DieEnglish12.00 hours

The course provides an in depth look at the complicated clinical, ethical and legal issues involved in the highly publicized Terri Schiavo case. Expert physicians debate whether she is or is not in a persistent vegetative state. Prominent ethicists debate whether feeding and hydration should continue. Attorneys argue whether she should live or die.

The Schiavo case also provides an excellent decision making framework for reviewing the frequently occurring dilemma of withholding/withdrawing of nutrition and hydration. This is particularly relevant to the education of Ethics Committee members, especially those who do not have a medical or legal background, but are expected to opine on completed medical and legal issues regarding withholding /withdrawing nutrition and hydration.

Personal Fitness Trainer DiplomaEnglish200.00 hours
This course is designed to enable the fitness instructor and coach develop their skills in providing a dedicated one-to-one service for health and fitness clients.
Pharmacology and Pain Control CourseEnglish135.00 hours

This course focuses primarily on the pharmacological aspects of pain and pain control. In order to assist those suffering from pain, it is necessary to understand its causes, therefore this course examines in great detail the brain and nervous system. It also endeavours to examine the human experience of pain as well as the body's natural analgesic systems.

Professional Therapeutic CounsellingEnglish234.00 hours

This integrated course is based upon the theory that life's difficulties are perceived and tackled by the individual in relation to a host of social factors such as family makeup and background, ethnicity, cultural, educational and economic circumstances.

PsychotherapyEnglish120.00 hours

This course is formulated specifically to train the student to work briefly by design rather than default.

ReflexologyEnglish243.00 hours

"After all, health is only two feet away!"

Reflexology is one of the fastest growing holistic therapies now gaining worldwide acceptance. It is based on the scientific principle that every organ in the body is reflected in certain reflexes in the feet.

Social Work Competence In PracticeEnglish150.00 hours
n order to be accountable to society, any profession must maintain clear standards against which acceptable practice can be measured. "Competences" are the widely accepted form of measurement for the social work profession, and the subject of this module.
Social Work in Community CareEnglish180.00 hours
Since the 1970s the provision of services and support for people who are affected by problems of ageing, mental illness, mental handicap or physical or sensory disability to be able to live as independently as possible in their own homes, or in "homely" settings in the community, has been a key issue facing social workers.
Social Work with Children and Families CourseEnglish180.00 hours
Working with children and families is a highly specialised and skilled area of social work. To be effective, social workers need to be flexible, knowledgeable and highly mindful of many aspects of the family and the obstacles to be encountered working with them.
Sports InjuriesEnglish hours

This specialist course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of how sporting injuries can occur, the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of such injuries.

The course will also investigate the principles behind the rehabilitation of sports injuries.

By using a variety of techniques and approaches, the therapist will provide a valuable service to clients in this specialist area, either on a freelance basis or as part of their employment in a health and fitness facility.

Sports PsychologyEnglish hours
- the winning mind

This course is aimed at both coaches and participants. Unlocking the secrets of the competitive mind has been investigated, tested and evaluated over many years and there are many examples of success and failure.

Stem Cell Research: Frontier of Hope and ConcernEnglish12.00 hours

Based on two nation-wide surveys of formal medical ethics education components in course syllabi, this unique series of courses in healthcare ethics education combines award winning, video documentaries, curriculum based topics, and state of the art technology.

The 12 module courses comprise of; streamed video providing case studies and commentary by prestigious, nationally recognized experts; an online essay text reflective of relevant literature; an online quiz of five multiple choice questions, all  designed to maximize learning.

Stress ManagementEnglish110.00 hours

This course will assist you to help others analyse and cope with stress in their lives and to start your own Stress Consultancy.

Weight Management and ConsultingEnglish hours

As the saying goes, "you are what you eat". Advertising in magazines, newspapers and television stresses the importance of a lean and trim body. The emphasis on health and taking responsibility and control of your own health, highlights the importance of knowing how to manage an effective eating regime.

YogaEnglish110.00 hours

This course will complement other natural healing and counselling courses.