UNDERSTANDING THE IMPORTANCE OF NUTRITION IS REAL AND PRESSING. LEARN HOW TO MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE IN YOUR LIFE NOW. A MESSAGE FROM THE AUTHOR This course is a must for anyone who is passionate about health & well-being whether in relation to themselves and their loved ones, or in the workplace whereby an understanding of nutrition will enhance the service you provide . It will teach you basic nutritional principles and help you to formulate healthy diets and set out well-informed programmes for yourself and for your family when faced with the bewildering array of nutritional supplements on the shelves today. The hope is expressed that this course will lead you to feeling more informed, on a deeper naturopathic level, and provide you with a range of measures that you can apply towards better health. DR. LAWRENCE PLASKETT Course Duration 6 months Study Hours 50 hours Course Content 12 sections Course Fee £125 Course Overview The Plaskett certificate in Nutrition & Health is designed for individuals who are passionate about health & wellbeing, whether on an informal basis whereby it will enable you to work out sound nutritional regimes for yourself or for members of your family, or on a professional basis whereby nutrition is a feature of your line of work and a better understanding of the subject will only enhance the service that you provide. In studying this course, you will: Be introduced to the concept of naturopathy Gain a general understanding of the subject of health and nutrition Grasp the fundamentals of the cell's need for nutrients Appreciate the role of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals and understand the basics of how these nutrients work in the body Be aware of the enormous health benefits that can come from favourable dietary change Appreciate the merits of particular foods and nutrients Ultimately gain the knowledge that will lead towards a better standard of well-being now, and a prolonging of good health in the future Although this is not a practitioner level course, it will benefit any health care professional who wants to expand her/his knowledge of nutrition and health. Whether you work in mainstream medicine or in one of the alternative disciplines, the course can inform aspects of your main practice or enable you to provide simple nutritional programmes for your clients. It is especially useful if you are working in: voluntary health care or employment in health and fitness, weight control, catering, the health food market or the nutrition business, or even in the media reporting upon nutritional subjects. the NHS in contact with patients. alternative and complementary medicine such as an osteopath, chiropractor, acupuncturist, homoeopath, herbalist, reflexologist, aromatherapist etc and wanting a better general understanding of nutrition to supplement your professional base. contemplating moving into alternative and complementary medicine in the future. BREAKDOWN OF THE COURSE SECTIONS The Nutrition & Health Certificate includes the following 12 sections: SECTION 1 THE PRINCIPLE BULK NUTRIENTS & ASSOCIATED FOODS In Section 1, we begin the study of nutrients and foods by looking at the main bulk nutrients that our diets contain: protein, carbohydrate and fat. Before one can consider individual vitamins and minerals, one has to know about the nutrients that make up most of our diets, namely the bulk nutrients. These are the suppliers of food energy, essential amino acids and fatty acids. You will need to understand these so as to manipulate them with skill. Areas Covered Proteins The carbohydrates Fibre Fats Classes of foods based upon composition SECTION 2 THE CELL & CELL ENERGY This section will illuminate the nature of the cell and explain how the energy of the cell is generated and what functions the cell must perform using that energy. It explains calories as units of energy measurement and the dynamic role of the enzymes in the cells. Areas Covered The cell Cell energy The energy content of food What else does the body have to do with its energy? How does the body release energy from food? Enzymes The overwhelming importance of cell energy The vitality of cells and tissues The key role of blood glucose What key factors are most likely to erode good vitality? Go-factors for enzymes Internal cell environment Enzyme poisons SECTION 3 THE ENVIRONMENT INSIDE THE CELL This section explains the importance of the controlled environment inside the cell. It particularly stresses how important it is to maintain the balance between sodium and potassium and between calcium and magnesium. Areas covered Out of balance intakes of sodium and potassium Calcium and magnesium balance Calcium mishandling SECTION 4 THE NEED FOR THE CELL TO SELF CLEANSE This section shows you how the cell needs to remain vital and active and to maintain the integrity of its energy systems and enzymes. It stresses the cell's need to excrete waste and toxic materials and to actively cleanse. This approach is both naturopathic and science-based. Areas covered Naturopathic elimination The concept of self-cleansing Naturopathy Vitality Chronic and acute Suppression SECTION 5 THE MICRO-MINERALS & THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO THE CELL This section emphasises and explains the importance of micro-minerals. It shows them in their role as enzyme activators and how they contribute in this way to cell energy and to maintaining the cell's integrity and function. It explains the key roles and characteristics of individual micro-minerals. Areas covered How metals act as enzyme activators Iron Zinc Manganese Copper Chromium Selenium Molybdenum General supplementation policy on trace metals Non-metallic micro-minerals Toxic metals Notes on metallic macro-minerals SECTION 6 THE VITAMINS This section covers the entire group of vitamins. It shows how they activate enzymes, contribute to cell energy and increase vitality. It explains their differing functions and characteristics. Areas covered Vitamins defined Intakes and rnis for vitamins How vitamins work The vitamins Non-vitamin nutrients How vitamins contribute to cell energy and increase the life force Food sources of the vitamins SECTION 7 BOWEL FLORA – HOW IT AIDS CLEANSING & MAINTENANCE OF A GOOD BODY ENVIRONMENT This section explains how the complex population of bacteria in the intestines contribute to maintaining vitality and health. In particular, it will become clear how these bacteria aid cleansing and the maintenance of a good environment within the body, which is so essential to good health. It includes how to nurture your own bowel flora organisms. Areas covered The bacteria of the large intestine (the bowel) The alternative view of desirable and undesirable bowel flora The benefits from an acidic lower bowel The effect of bowel flora upon cleansing Association of lactobacillus with milk Synthesis and absorption of b vitamins The reciprocal effects of bowel flora The bowel flora from infancy to adulthood Candida albicans How to maintain the bowel flora The use of bowel flora products SECTION 8 CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MAIN FOODS. SUPPRESSIVE VERSUS ELIMINATIVE FOODS This section identifies the 'suppressive' foods - those which block the body's elimination of toxins. It separates them from the 'eliminative' foods - those which enable or enhance the voiding of toxins. It gives the characteristics (in this respect) of the main food groups. It will tell you what problem foods to avoid and identify the acid-producing foods. Areas Covered Milk as a problem food Wheat and rye as problem foods Vegetables Relation of elimination to acidity The two-step process of elimination The neutral grains Salt Sugar SECTION 9 THE COMPOSITION OF FOODS This section provides a great deal of data on the composition of foods, their content and the main differences between them. This is a working mass of data to enable your own design of health-giving diets. Areas Covered Commentary on food tables The spread of bulk nutrients The spread of mineral nutrients SECTION 10 ALLERGIES, INTOLERANCE & SENSITIVITY. MICRO-MINERALS & THEIR CONTRIBUTION TO THE CELL This section is an introduction to allergies or intolerances - what they are; physical signs and symptoms, the most frequent; masked/hidden and/or addictive allergies; causes of allergy - food, chemical, emotional and mental; stages of allergy; different types of allergy - fixed, variable, cyclic; managing allergies and sensitivities - how to handle them; rotation diets (including the rotation chart); allergy testing and its limitations; food additives and chemicals; the role of nutrition in all this. Areas Covered Allergic reactions defined The nature of allergies and the effect they have Obvious reactions The four main classes of allergy The possible underlying causes of allergy Viewing allergy tests and their limitations What help is available to deal with allergies The key role of nutrition in the underlying case and treatment of allergy How allergies interfere with treatment The concept of neutralisation The allopathic or orthodox drug approach SECTION 11 DESIGNING DIETS This section provides clear guidance on designing maintenance nutritional diets that, compared to most ordinary diets, should improve health. Areas Covered Dietary paragraphs Using the dietary paragraphs to make up diets SECTION 12 THE USE OF SUPPLEMENTS This section explains and demystifies the subject of vitamin and mineral supplements and their use. It enables you to design simple maintenance and health-giving programmes of supplementation. Areas Covered General guidelines in the use of supplements Always attend to the diet first Preparing for mineral and vitamin supplementation Steps in supplement intake Simple and effective combinations The eliminative qualities of magnesium and calcium Less frequently used combinations Use of multiple formulations Adding in the trace elements as a further stimulant of toxin elimination & for correction of deficiencies On to the next stage – zinc and manganese Conditions where practitioners of nutritional medicine might use such formulae Vitamins a & d Vitamins c & e Choline & inositol Calcium pantothenate The role of the practitioner of nutritional medicine TESTIMONIALS Here's what students have to say about the course Julie A, Podiatrist South Africa Thank you for a very comprehensive overview course on the fundamentals of health and personal wellness. While I am already in the Health industry in another field, I found this course added a more in-depth perspective to health from a cellular point of view and clearly linked the importance of nutrition and the incidence of chronic disease. I also found the on- line accessibility user friendly. Emma Rubio, Health Coach Spain I studied the Health and Nutrition certificate first with the Plaskett College to see if what it was taught matched my believes. At the end of that certificate I decided to pursue my studies with Plaskett college to become a Nutritional therapist. For that, I am studying Nutritional medicine and Iridology. During the Health & Nutrition certificate I learnt already about supplements. Now I know which type is best and most absorbable by our body, and the combinations to keep minerals in balance. Thus, I am more confident when I choose supplements for me and my family. I liked that the founder Dr. Plaskett was a doctor in Biochemistry. My background is in science and I wanted to study both the biochemical and the holistic sides of nutrition. I am happy to have a mentor to answer my doubts, and get my assignments reviewed. I like the flexibility they gave me to complete my first certificate. I love the subjects and the way is explained. Catherine Rogers Henley-On-Thames, UK I have found this course extremely enjoyable, user friendly and insightful. The information covered throughout the course was up to date and provided a holistic approach, educating students on nutrition at multiple levels. I found the content of the course easy to read and understand but also challenging when it needed to be. For someone with no prior knowledge of nutrition it was perfect yet was still applicable to student who had prior knowledge on the subjects covered. The course started with the basics to improve your base level understanding and built up the course week by week. Material was extremely user friendly. Materials could be studied through the course book provided or downloaded which was extremely useful for traveling! The tutors provided fantastic feedback. They explained when I got things wrong and were always happy to help. Their contact time was great too. I have thoroughly enjoyed this course on so many levels and I would recommend it to
Osteopathic METs and Passive Stretching CPD Course Summary BTST Academy are proud to host this amazing 1x day manual therapy CPD course covering patient treatment using METs and Passive Stretching taught by Osteopath, Becky Tyler. Course focuses; A variety of different Muscle energy techniques and Passive Stretching Techniques used throughout commonly treated areas in order to relieve pain and tension in a safe and effective manner. Course Content; Theory of METs and Passive Stretching History of METs and Passive Stretching MET; Post-Isometric Relaxation (PIR) and Reciprocal Inhibition (RI) When to use within your practice Patient Screening & more! Course has been designed for; Physiotherapists Osteopaths Chiropractors Manual Therapists Sports Therapists Sports Massage Therapists Personal trainers Assessment Observation during the course day BTST Academy & Clinic, Holly Farm, Clipstone Road, Edwinstowe, Nottingham, NG21 9JD Course Times Start 9:30am – Finish 4:30pm Course Price £175 Tutor Becky Tyler BOst, PGCertSPOP, DipSMT Course Terms & Conditions & Cancellation Policy Click here for the terms and conditions.
Spinal and Peripheral Manipulation Grade 5 Mobilisation Course Covering junctional areas and upper and lower extremities. Osteopathy Physiotherapy Chiropractic
Spinal and Peripheral Manipulation Grade 5 Mobilisation Course Covering junctional areas and upper and lower extremities. Osteopathy Physiotherapy Chiropractic
This is a post-graduate course composed of a TCM and Acupuncture Theory Foundation Module (9 lecture days) and a Special Orthopaedic Acupuncture Module (8 lecture days) with additional 4 clinical practice days and a re- validation day. The TCM and Acupuncture Theory foundation Module leads to a Foundation Diploma in TCM and Acupuncture Level-1. The Orthopaedic Acupuncture module is designed in such a way that it can either be completed as a whole, or each of the 8 lectures can be taken as a CPD unit for therapist with special interests in the specific areas of the body. The course is specifically designed as an advanced, intensive course for acupuncturists, physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors and other physical therapists who wish to broaden their knowledge and further their skills. The emphasis of the course falls on the practical application of acupuncture as a treatment for a variety of MSK conditions.
This 1x day course is designed to teach you an abundance of taping techniques whilst providing you with the skills and understanding to effectively apply kinesiology tape to any MSK condition The course is aimed at Manual therapists including; Physiotherapists, Osteopaths, Chiropractors, Sports therapists, Massage Therapists and Personal Trainers. Course Summary This is a one day course consists of both theory and practical elements to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to feel confident and competent in using kinesiology tape with your clients. The day is designed to be an informal continued professional development opportunity with no formal assessment process. With our expert tutors on hand we will provide continued support throughout the day to ensure you gain and achieve everything you want from the course. Venue BTST Academy & Clinic, Holly Farm, Clipstone Road, Edwinstowe, Nottingham, NG21 9JD Course Times Start 9:30am – Finish 4:30pm Course Price £175 Tutor Laura Simmons Course Summary This is a one day course consists of both theory and practical elements to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to feel confident and competent in using kinesiology tape with your clients, understanding how to help prevent & manage injuries. The day is designed to be an informal continued professional development opportunity with no formal assessment process. With our expert tutors on hand we will provide continued support throughout the day to ensure you gain and achieve everything you want from the course. Course Content – Introduction -What is Kinesio Tape -History of Taping -Taping to treat… -Theory of Taping -Pain Gate Theory -About Tape -Contractions & Contraindications -Golden Rules -Tape Application Conditions Covered Plantar-Fasciitis, Achilles Tendinopathy, Muscular Tightnesses & Strains, Medial & Lateral collateral ligament strain, Lower Back pain / pathologies, CDJ Dysfunction, Tennis & Golfers Elbow, Rotator Cuff impingement, Postural taping and more! Course has been designed for; Physiotherapists Osteopaths Chiropractors Manual Therapists Sports Therapists Sports Massage Therapists Personal trainers Assessment Observation during the course day Course Terms & Conditions & Cancellation Policy Click here for the terms and conditions. Course Accreditation Accredited by Active IQ
Course Description Our 135hr globally recognised comprehensive lymphoedema education programme for degree level healthcare professionals working with a clinical environment. Skills and knowledge from introduction to lymphatics, assessment, and diagnosis right through to treatment and advanced management. Please note price includes VAT Our Comprehensive Lymphoedema Training Course Course Summary Join us on our blended learning training programme especially designed for certified healthcare professionals working within clinical settings. By the end of the course, you will have a thorough understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the lymphatic system, enabling you to holistically assess and diagnose a patient with lymphoedema. You will be able to design and implement an appropriate research and evidence based individualised management strategy selecting from a range of therapies and new innovations. You will be competent in the field of Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy including Multi Component Bandaging (MCB) and the latest knowledge and research in Fluoroscopy Guided - Manual Lymphatic Drainage (FG-MLD®) Entry Requirements This training is suitable for: All certified healthcare professionals. Such as Medics, Registered General Nurses, Physiotherapists, Radiographers, Occupational therapists, Osteopaths and Chiropractors Learning Format Your course is made up of a blended learning format meaning your content and modules will be taught via live interactive webinars, through self-guided independent study and face to face clinical skills workshops. So, whether you're learning style is social, solitary, visual, kinesthetic, auditory or a combination we have a learning style to help you get the best out of the course. We hope that you make the most out of the tools that are available to you throughout the course but don't worry if you are not the most "tech-savvy", we have real people on hand to help you every step of the way. Assessment Criteria All students will undergo a series of course specific formative & summative assessments. Throughout the course you will be assessed through observation of practical tasks, written assessments, assignments, research and online tests. Course Contents You will gain knowledge, skills and techniques in: Compression Exercise Skincare & Wound Healing Garments Multi-Component Bandaging Assessment & Treatment of Oedema Anatomy & Pathways of the Upper & Lower Limb FG-MLD® Technique Tissue Dielectric Constant Head & Neck, Midline & Genital Oedema. Training will also cover innovations and consideration for clinical practice. Course Inclusions As part of your training pack, LTA will provide all training support materials required to undertake the course. Such as but not limited to: Corporate Sponsored Bandaging Pack LymphBalls™ Latest LTA Research & Development articles Lymphoedema supporting literature Access to in-house LTA training & demonstration videos Learning management platform (CANVAS) profile & course content Snacks & Refreshments throughout your practical skills workshops Dedicated support from the LTA training team Course Certification The benefits of an LTA certification means you can; Display FG-MLD® Certified and LTA Cert. logo on your marketing material Write LTA Cert. after your name Wear your qualification badge Practice MLD to further enhance outcomes Use an innovative technique and ensure effective treatment programmes Receive training and support from Jane Wigg & Team Access the latest developments in Lymphoedema care Have access to a private FG-MLD® Therapist FB Page Recertification To maintain your LTA Therapist Certification, a 2-day recertification is required after 12 months after your initial training, and you will be required to attend a 1-day recertification every 2 years thereafter to maintain your certification of practice.
Course Summary Taught by Sports Massage Therapist Laura Simmons, this practical course will cover everything you need to know, enabling you to incorporate Dry Suction Cupping into your current treatments. Covering all the theory as well as ensuring you have plenty of practical demonstration and practice during the course. This is a great addition to any manual therapist treatment for both the therapist and the patient. You will be introduced to the use of Dry Cupping therapy for the purpose of muscular pain relief via a blend of theory and practical components. With a substantial amount of practical work where you will gain adequate practice to hone your skills enabling you to use all the techniques shown within your practice. Course Content Introduction History of Cupping Different Cups Cupping Application Effects of Cupping Contractions & Contraindications Effects of Cupping Gathering Information Cupping Application; Massage, Stationary, Pin and Stretch and Active Cupping We only have small numbers on all our courses ensuring you have plenty of time with Laura to really develop your technique and feel confident in offering this technique to your patients. We pride ourselves on always being there ready to help and offer advise not only during the course but after as well, all you need to do is ask! Course Prerequisites Physiotherapists Osteopaths Chiropractors Manual Therapists Sports Therapists Sports Massage Therapists Personal trainers We may ask you to provide a copy of your qualification. Assessment Observation during the course day Once completed you will be able to add Dry Cupping therapy on to your own indemnity insurance Venue BTST Academy & Clinic, Holly Farm, Clipstone Road, Edwinstowe, Nottingham, NG21 9JD Course Times 9:30am – 4:30pm Course Price £ 175 Course Terms & Conditions: Course payment is non refundable , Click here for the terms and conditions. Course Accreditation Accredited by Active IQ
Medical acupuncture course designed for manual therapists, including osteopaths, chiropractors, physiotherapists and sports therapists
Course Info: This one day pregnancy massage course is designed to provide sports massage therapists, Osteopaths, Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, and Sports Therapists with the knowledge and skills necessary to offer safe and effective massage treatments to pregnant clients. Content that will be covered on the course will focus on understanding the physiological changes during pregnancy and how they impact the body, contraindications and precautions for pregnancy massage, appropriate techniques for adapting massage to pregnant patients alongside hands on practice on pregnant volunteers to hone your massage skills and much much more! Venue BTST Academy & Clinic, Holly Farm, Clipstone Road, Edwinstowe, Nottingham, NG21 9JD Course Times Start 9:30am – Finish 2:30pm Course Price £175 Tutor Laura Simmons Assessment Observation during the course day Course Terms & Conditions: Course payment is non refundable , Click here for the terms and conditions.