Anatomy and physiology: workshop
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- Start Date: 12 Nov 2025End Date: 19 Nov 2025Wed (Daytime): 10:00 - 16:30In PersonLocation: Kean Street Wellbeing CentreDuration: 2 sessions (over 2 weeks)Course Code: FNP30Tutors: Elena De AntoniFull fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £219.00
- Start Date: 14 Feb 2026End Date: 21 Feb 2026Sat (Daytime): 10:00 - 16:30In PersonLocation: Kean Street Wellbeing CentreDuration: 2 sessions (over 2 weeks)Course Code: FNP02Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £219.00
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What is the course about?
Our body performs amazing feats everyday with or without us knowing. This workshop aims to provide you with a basic understanding of how the body works as an integrated whole. We will explore most of its major systems and how they interact with each other in order to bring health and balance. The class is open to those with a general interest level as well as those wishing to progress to a more advanced level or a diploma in massage or complementary therapies.
What will we cover?
- Investigate structures and functions of the body systems
- Discuss causes and effects of some common health conditions
- Learn some anatomical terms to describe the body.
The course will give a brief overview of most of the following systems:
- the skin
- the skeletal system including joints
- the muscular system
- the respiratory system
- the cardio vascular system
- the lymphatic system
- the digestive system
- the urinary system
- the endocrine system
- the nervous system
- the reproductive system.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Explain the basic functions and structures of most of the major body systems
- Name and locate some major organs, bones, joints and muscles
- Explain some causes and effects of some common health conditions
- Explain how the different body systems influence each other to bring about balance
- Use some correct anatomical terminology.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is introductory and is taught at an interest level. You should be able to write a short text; locate information from handouts, books and the internet; listen and identify main points and participate in discussions.
This course is essential for those wishing to apply for the ITEC Level 3 Massage diploma or ITEC Level 3 Complementary Therapies diploma.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Lecture with diagrams, anatomical models and charts; talks, discussion, and practical exercises in the form of group and pairs activities.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Please bring a pen, paper and highlighters to the sessions. Handouts will be provided.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
- ITEC Level 3 Massage Diploma
- ITEC Level 3 Complementary therapies Diploma
- other Health and Wellbeing courses at City Lit.
I am very passionate about teaching and sharing the transformative power of massage and bodywork. I have been a complementary therapist for over 2o years and my journey has taken me from working in 5-star spas and exclusive hotels to running my own private therapy clinic and providing mobile therapy to private clients. I practice a variety of body and face treatments including advance deep tissue and myofascial release, pregnancy massage, hot stones, dynamic stretching, craniosacral therapy and I am always learning (this is the beauty of it!). This diverse experience allows me to bring real-world insights and practical knowledge to my teaching. I enjoy being with nature and practicing Tai Chi , which helps me stay balanced and calm. I am looking forward to working together to achieve your goals and make a difference in the world through the power of touch.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.