OCN NI
    Level 3
    QN: 603/1794/2
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    OCN NI Level 3 Diploma in the Theory of Holistic Health and Complementary Therapies

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by OCN NI. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 476 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 3
    Awarding Body
    OCN NI
    Syllabus Units
    9 Units
    Guided Hours
    476 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the structure and function of human cells.2.
    • Understand the structure and function of human skin and associated diseases and disorders.3.
    • Understand the structure and function of the human skeletal system and associated diseases and disorders.4.
    • Understand the structure and function of the human muscular system and associated diseases and disorders.5.
    • Understand the structure and function of the human circulatory system and associated diseases and disorders.6.
    • Understand the structure and function of the human lymphatic system and associated diseases and disorders.7.
    • Understand the structure and function of the human nervous system and associated diseases and disorders.8.
    • Understand the structure and function of the human endocrine system and associated diseases and disorders.9.
    • Understand the structure and function of the human reproductive system and associated diseases and disorders.10.
    • Understand the structure and function of the human digestive system and associated diseases and disorders.11.
    • Understand the structure and function of the human respiratory system and associated diseases and disorders.12.
    • Understand the structure and function of the human urinary system and associated diseases and disorders.
    2

    Evidence Based Care in Complementary Therapies

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand what is meant by the term evidence based care.2.
    • Understand the evidence base for given health conditions.
    • Present findings and justification for use within a chosen evidence based care.
    3

    Holistic Health and Well-being

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand own health and well-being.2.
    • Understand the impact of nutrition on health and well-being.3.
    • Understand the positive and negative impact of stress on health and well-being.1.
    • Understand the relationship between emotions and health and well-being.2.
    • Understand the impact of mental health on health and well-being.3.
    • Understand the role that spirituality plays in holistic health and well-being.
    4

    Managing a Small Business

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to create a business plan.2.
    • Be able to market products and/or services of a small business.
    • Know the legislation relevant to a given small business.
    • Be able to maintain accurate accounts.5.
    • Know the tax requirements relevant to a given small business.6.
    • Be able to manage the human resource requirements of a small business.7.
    • Be able to maintain accurate and appropriate business records.
    • Understand how technology may be used within a small business.
    5

    Psychoneuroimmunology in Complementary Medicine

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the term Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI).
    • Understand the application of mindfulness.
    6

    Reflection on Own Learning and Development within Holistic Health and Complementary Therapy

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand the principles of reflective practice within holistic health and complementary therapy.2.
    • Be able to create and evaluate a development plan.
    • Be able to use reflection in relation to own and others’ learning and development.4.
    • Be able to keep up to date with current practice in holistic health and complementary therapy.
    7

    Study Skills

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand how to develop own personal learning skills.2.
    • Be able to use information to support own learning.3.
    • Be able to manage work to meet deadlines.4.
    • Be able to plan
    • produce and present a piece of work.
    8

    Theory and Principles of Holistic Health and Complementary Therapies

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Understand different approaches to holistic health and well-being.2.
    • Understand a range of holistic health and complementary therapies.3.
    • Understand the Chakra anatomy and energy system.4.
    • Understand the application of aromatherapy for the treatment of common physical conditions.5.
    • Understand best practice protocols for holistic health and complementary therapists.6.
    • Understand the application of self-evaluation and personal goal setting within holistic health and complementary therapy.
    9

    Undertaking a Research Project

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Be able to decide on purpose of research project.2.
    • Understand different research methods.3.
    • Be able to plan a research project.4.
    • Be able to carry out a research project.5.
    • Be able to report on a research project.6.
    • Be able to evaluate own performance.

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/1794/2
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    OCN NI
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Jun 2017
    Operational End
    Dec 2027