ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology Rationale

ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology
Rationale
Aims and Objectives
The Anatomy and Physiology Diploma is the ‘foundation’ upon which all other Complementary,
Beauty and Sports Therapy awards are based
It is essential for Therapists to have a sound understanding of Anatomy and Physiology, as they
will be working in direct contact with the body structures. It is also vital that they have a
comprehensive knowledge of diseases and disorders of the human body so that they are aware
of when and when not to treat a client and only operate within certain parameters
The ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology is comprised of 11 mandatory units
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Accreditation
ITEC Unit
Units
Guided
Number
Number
Learning Hours
(GLH)
T/503/1376
30
Skeletal system
31
Muscular system
32
Skin
33
The Cell
34
Circulatory and Lymphatic systems
35
Neurological system
36
Endocrine system
37
Respiratory system
38
Digestive system
39
Urinary system
40
Reproductive system
50
Total recommended guided learning hours for units is 50
It also aims:
 to provide skills at Level 3 in the National Qualification Framework for those interested in
the Beauty, Complementary and Sports Therapy Industry
 to provide opportunities for staff in the Beauty, Complementary and Sports Therapy
Industry to gain a Level 3 qualification
 to qualify Learners as Beauty, Complementary or Sports Therapists at Level 3 in the
Industry
 to sustain the interest of Learners wanting to work in the Beauty, Complementary or
Sports Therapy Industry
 to encourage knowledge and understanding for the Beauty, Complementary or Sports
Therapy Industry at Level 3
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Assessment
All units are mandatory
Accreditation
Number
ITEC
Unit
Number
Units
T/503/1376
30
Skeletal system
31
Muscular system
32
Skin
33
The Cell
34
Circulatory and
Lymphatic
systems
35
Neurological
system
36
Endocrine
system
37
Respiratory
system
38
Digestive system
39
Urinary system
40
Reproductive
system
Assessment
Grading
50 MCQ
Paper or online
Pass 50% - 74%
Merit 75% - 89%
Distinction 90% - 100%
Grading of the Qualification
a. Learners must achieve a pass grade in the multiple-choice question exam to achieve the ITEC
Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology (see assessment table above)
b. It is the mark for the multiple-choice knowledge question papers that forms the grade of the
qualification – Pass, Merit or Distinction
c. If a Learner is unsuccessful in any area, they will be re-assessed only in the unit(s) where they
were referred
d. Referrals must be completed within one year of the original assessment. The remainder of the
Learner’s results will stay in the ITEC system until all aspects of each unit have been allocated a
pass grade
Recommended Prior Learning
It is recommended that Learners should have achieved a level of education equivalent to five
GCSEs at grades A*- C prior to commencing the ITEC Level 3 in Anatomy and Physiology.
However, exemptions may be made for adult returners with experience of the workplace
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The qualification is suitable for:
 Any adult returnee with a good basic general education returning to education with a
desire to work as a Massage Therapist or Reflexologist for which the A & P award is a
pre-requisite
 Anyone already working as a Nurse or Carer who may wish to become a Complementary
Therapist, as the A & P is a pre-requisite qualification to many other awards
 Anyone involved in gym or aerobics who must have a good understanding of the body
structure or who may wish to add Sports Massage to their skills, as the A & P with Holistic
Massage is a pre-requisite for this qualification
 Anyone who wishes to train as a Beauty Therapist
Opportunities for Progression
Once Learners have achieved the ITEC Level 3 in Anatomy and Physiology they may progress
on to other ITEC or equivalent Awards, Certificates and Diplomas at Level 3, for example:
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Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology
Level 3 Diploma in Indian Head Massage
Level 3 Diploma in Holistic Massage
Level 3 Diploma in Aromatherapy
Level 3 Diploma in Lymphatic Drainage
Level 3 Diploma in On-Site Massage
Level 3 Diploma in Thai Massage
Level 3 Diploma in Infant and Child Massage
For further Awards, Certificates and Diplomas please go to www.itecworld.co.uk
Opportunities for Employment
If Graduates take therapy qualifications in addition to the Anatomy and Physiology qualification
they can work on Cruise Ships, Health Farms and Health Clubs
Anatomy and Physiology is also part of the Gym Instruction and Aerobics qualifications along with
other fitness training qualifications
There are now several degree courses available in Complementary Therapies to which Learners
may progress
Relationship to National Occupational Standards (NOS)
ITEC has mapped to National Occupational Standards where they exist and has ensured that
best practice in the workplace has been reflected in the qualification. ITEC has linked the
qualification to the relative job roles as well as ensuring that the qualification reflects the required
level of knowledge and ability for the Therapist at Level 3
Professional Body Membership and Insurance
Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance can be obtained via The Complementary
Therapists Association (www.CThA.com) and other Industry Associations who recognise the
ITEC Diploma
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