Module Descriptors
INTRODUCTION TO COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES
XHFD40056
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
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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 Indicative Content
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
Module Learning Strategies
Lectures and small group work. Learning will be related to practical situations (20%)
Discussion of case studies. Independent study (80%)
Module Resources
Library
Internet
Computer
Clinical facilities
Module Additional Assessment Details
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
Module Texts
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