Holistic medicines: East meets West

Comprising of an exciting combination of practical and physical elements, you will draw from Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, and Western herbal and homeopathic traditions to taste and use remedies, locate pressure points, meditate, practise movements and reflect on the theoretical practices.

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Key course information

Dates
26/05/12 - 03/06/12

Day(s)
Sat-Sun

Duration
2 weeks

Time
10:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £190^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
FNQ01

Availability
This date is full

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course is full

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Course outline

What is the course about?

An introduction to Traditional Medicine from Eastern and Western perspectives, familiarising the student with the many different approaches to maintaining and promoting health.

What topics will we cover?

This course will give an overview of the holistic approach to health from the Eastern traditions of Chinese, and Ayurvedic medicine, and from the Western traditions of Herbal and Homeopathic Medicine.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Define the term holistic
- Differentiate Eastern and Western approaches to Health
- Identify herbs to treat common minor complaints
- Perform basic Yoga postures with guidance
- Differentiate Yin from Yang
- Perform a short series of Chi Kung exercises to promote Health
- Differentiate the Tridoshas of Ayurvedic medicine
- Identify a range of different Homeopathic remedies that can be used for self treatment and for family and friends.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You should be able to write a short text, locate information using handouts, books and the internet; listen and respond to requests, participate in discussions and follow verbal instructions; observe and copy physical movements and have the ability to use spatial awareness within a group.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The course will cover theoretical and practical work.
Theory: talks, reading, writing, including a project, individual and pair work, group work.
Practical: preparing, tasting and using different herbal remedies; Acupressure, Do-In, Chi Kung, Yoga. Please wear loose comfortable clothes as each module will have some practical work.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

There are no extra costs on this course.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

This module will provide an overview of holistic approaches, which will enable you to make an informed decision should you choose to pursue a career in the Complementary Medicine field.
The City Lit has a wide range of courses on the health and movement studies programme which could provide you with progression routes to practitioner level.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2622

health@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30

Non term-time Tuesday 17.30 - 18.30 Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

Contact us

Health and movement studies

Tel: 020 7492 2622

health@citylit.ac.uk

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