Module Descriptors
INTRODUCTION TO COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES
PPDE40235
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Angela Carryer
Email: A.J.Carryer@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 30
Independent Study Hours: 120
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
  • REPORT weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
A 2,000 word report weighted at 100% to assess all LO's

Formative feedback given on a one to one basis and in group tutorials

Module Indicative Content
Historical roots of conventional and complementary approaches to health and well-being
Exploration of the philosophical ideas underpinning complementary therapies
Benefits of integrated healthcare to include risks and challenges
Introduction to a range of complementary therapies to include:
- Reiki
- Homeopathy
- Herbal medicine
- Acupuncture
- Bowen technique
- Crystal therapy
- Hypnotherapy
- Auricular acupuncture
Module Learning Strategies
Contact Hours: (30)
19 hours lectures
11 hours group work


Independent study hours: (120)
24 hours accessing world wide web
50 hours reading and library study
40 hours preparing assignment
6 hours groups activities in preparation for group presentations
Module Texts
Adams, R. (2009) Foundations of Complementary Therapies and Alternative Medicine. London; Palgrave Macmillan
Ernst, E. (2001) Desktop Guide to Complementary and Alternative Medicine: An Evidence Based Approach. Mosby
Zollman, C. (2000) ABC of Complementary Medicine. BMJ Books
Module Resources
Library
IT resources including Power point
Core texts
College Clinic
Moodle