ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy & Physiology

UK Accreditation: QCA 100/2412/8 Level 3

A theory only course covering all the anatomy and physiology of the body.

This is either Fast Track - 6 consecutive day course or a 4 - module course (over 4 weekends – 7 days in total) suitable for those who are able to cope with intensive, part-time training.

The Anatomy and Physiology award is the ‘foundation’ upon which all other Complementary, Beauty and Sports Therapy awards are based. It is comprised of several units encompassing all systems of the body. It is vital that a therapist understands the anatomy and physiology in detail, as they will be working in direct contact with the body structures. It is also vital that they have a full knowledge of diseases and disorders of the human so that they are aware of when and when not to treat a client and only operate within certain perimeters.
During the course students are expected to produce a folder of anatomy and physiology coursework, which will be inspected by the principal and the examiner.

See Dates HERE

Daily times: 9.30am - 5.00pm

This course is a core unit for all courses and is ITEC accredited see ITEC web site for more details click HERE

You can also download the notes below.

* Anatomy & Physiology Candidate Guidance Notes.pdf
* Anatomy & Physiology Rationale.pdf
* Anatomy & Physiology Sample Questions.pdf
* Anatomy & Physiology Syllabus.pdf
* Anatomy & Physiology Test Specification.pdf
* Sample Disclaimer.doc

This is either a 6 Day Intensive Course or 4 Modules over 4 weekends (7days)

The course fees are £595 + £75 for the exam fee payable on booking.

REQUIREMENTS: ELIGIBLE STUDENTS

Students must be 20 years of age or older.

No previous experience is necessary.

Admission is at the discretion of the college.

The course consists of the following subjects:

1. Bluffers Guide to Biological Latin

2. Cells & Tissues

3. Skeletal System

4. Muscular System

5. Cardiovascular System & Blood

6. Lymphatic System

7. Respiratory System

8. Digestive System

9. Endocrine System

10. Nervous System

11. Reproductive System

12. Urinary System

The course is assessed by:

Attendance of the course

1. Completed assignments - seven assignments
2. Theoretical examination - 1 hour duration

ITEC recommend that candidates undertake up to a maximum of 5 hours per week (totaling 180 hours, assuming the course is delivered over 36 weeks) of additional home study and revision.
If a candidate is unsuccessful in the exam, they will be expected to re-sit the theory examination, to which they will be referred. Referrals should be completed within one year of the original examination.

A&P booklist recommended by ITEC

• An Introductory Guide to Anatomy & Physiology
Louise Tucker. ISBN: 1903348005

• Principals and Practice of Physical Therapy
W. Arnould-Taylor ISBN: 0748729984

• Ross and Wilson: Anatomy & Physiology in Health and Illness
K. Wilson & A. Waugh ISBN: 0443051569

• The Nurses Dictionary
H. Morton & C. Brooker ISBN: 0571153127

• The Muscle Book
P. Blakey ISBN: 1873017006

• Gray’s Anatomy
Henry Gray ISBN: 0762406739

About ITEC

ITEC is the largest international examination board offering a variety of qualifications worldwide.

ITEC provides 31 qualifications that are UK government accredited by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA), on behalf of the Department for Education and Skills, and are registered on the National Qualifications Framework in the UK. These ITEC qualifications attract funding from the Learning and Skills Council.

ITEC qualifications are supported by industry and are easily transportable nationally and internationally.

The ITEC system is expressed in units allowing students to study at their own pace.

ITEC has ensured that best practice in the work place has been reflected in the syllabus for each qualification and each has been linked to the relevant job role, as well as ensuring that the syllabus reflects the required level of knowledge and skill needed for a practicing therapist

The History of ITEC

ITEC was founded in 1947 by Dr Arnould Taylor to train and qualify people wishing to become beauty therapists.

In 1972 it became an Awarding Body – ITEC – and built up a large range of qualifications in Beauty, Complementary therapies and Sports therapies.

It grew outside the UK to have significant representation in Ireland, South Africa, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand as well as in many smaller areas.

In 1999 ITEC became accredited to QCA as an awarding body and its qualifications were accepted on the National Qualifications framework

In 2005 ITEC started developing a range of new qualifications in a variety of career based sectors. Up to this point ITEC stood for "International Therapy Examination Council", which is no longer used as ITEC has moved beyond therapy qualifications.

In 2006 ITEC introduced automated marking of theory examinations. Answer sheets are now scanned electronically, speeding up the examination process and reducing any risk of papers being lost during marking.