Library
Internet
Computer
Clinical facilities

Lectures and small group work. Learning will be related to practical situations (20%)
Discussion of case studies. Independent study (80%)

A report - 2,000 words weighted at 100% (to cover all learning outcomes)
A comparative study of alternative complementary therapies

Formative feedback will be given on a one to one basis during tutorials

Historical roots of conventional and complementary approaches to health and well-being
Exploration of the variety of philosophical ideas underpinning complementary medicine
Benefits of integrated healthcare
Introduction to Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Homeopathy and Bach Flower Remedies

Kelner, M (2000) Complementary & Alternative Medicine: Challenge and Change. Routledge. ISBN 9058230996
Thomson, A (2005) A Healthy Partnership: Integrating Complementary Healthcare into Primary Care. Prince of Wales Foundation for Integrated Health
Vithoulkas G (2000) Medicine for the New Millennium. Whole Health No Books. ISBN 0722509898
Lockie A (2000) Encyclopaedia of Homeopathy. Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Ernst, E (2001) Desktop Guide to Complementary and Alternative Medicine: An Evidence Based Approach. Mosby. ISBN: 0723433836
Zollman, C (2000) ABC of Complementary Medicine. BMJ Books. ISBN: 0727912372