Homeopathic remedies: prescribing for you and your family

Discover how homeopathic remedies work and how you can safely treat minor illnesses like colds and flu. Learn how to select and use a range of remedies that have been tried and tested for family prescribing.

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Key course information

Date
04/03/12

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
1 week

Time
10:15 - 17:15

Fees
Full fee: £51^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
FNQ57

Availability
This course has finished

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

This course has finished

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health@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2622

Course outline

What is the course about?

During the course you will learn about homeopathy and the types of conditions that a lay person can aim to treat as well as when best to refer to a professional homeopath. You will learn the basics of therapeutic prescribing for a variety of first aid conditions.

What topics will we cover?

- Homeopathic philosophy of healing/cure and good health
- What the vital force is in relation to homeopathic medicine
- The importance and use of remedy potencies
- How to match remedies and potency with symptoms.

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

- Identify the basic principles of Homoeopathy
- Select an appropriate remedy for a minor ailment with confidence and insight
- Identify the application of some homoeopathic remedies
- Describe how a remedy is made.

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

Introductory level – no previous knowledge required. You are required to read short sentences, follow verbal instructions and extract information from handouts.

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

Using handouts and practical methods.

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

None.

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?

Another introductory course in complementary medicine.

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.

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health@citylit.ac.uk

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