Anatomy, physiology and pathology course
Course Overview
This course will provide you with a thorough understanding of the structure and workings of the human body and of the effects of common diseases and conditions.
After the end of the course you will be eligible to take a written examination leading to the Massage Training Institute Diploma in Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology.
The Massage Training Institute is a national examining body and a professional association specialising in holistic massage. It is a member of the General Council for Massage Therapy and, through this association, is actively involved in the process of setting accreditation standards in this country as required by the government and the EC. The MTI website can be visited at www.massagetraining.co.uk
The course will take place in Barnet, north London and comprises eight Sundays (10 am to 5 pm) – with time between them to allow for home study and preparation of assignments. The days will include active learning – experiential exercises, games and group discussions.
Notes will be provided for each day. The recommended course text book is Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for the Massage Therapist by Su Fox and Darien Pritchard (Corpus Publishing). A book list of other helpful texts will also be provided.
The course tutor will be Richard Leadbeater. Richard has worked as a massage practitioner since 1984 and as a teacher since 1989. He is also a senior examiner for the Massage Training Institute.
Contact details – 28 Hadley Highstone,
Barnet, Herts, EN5 4PU.
Tel: 020 8364 8758. Email: richardleadbeater@talktalk.net
Course entry
requirements
Students must be at least eighteen years of age at the commencement
of the course and have an adequate level of written and spoken English.
Dates
| Day 1 | 24 February 2008 | Introduction. Skeletal system. |
| Day 2 | 30 March 2008 | Muscular system. Effects of exercise and bodywork. |
| Day 3 | 20 April 2008 | Skin, touch and other senses. Nervous system. |
| Day 4 | 18 May 2008 | Endocrine system. Physiology of stress and relaxation. |
| Day 5 | 15 June 2008 | Digestive, respiratory and urinary systems. |
| Day 6 | 6 July 2008 | Cardiovascular, lymphatic and immune systems. |
| Day 7 | 27 July 2008 | Reproductive system, growth and development. Revision. |
| Day 8 | 14 September 2008 | Mock exam and revision. |
Fees
Course fee - £265
Exam fee - £60
Resit or deferred exam fee - £60 + set-up costs
Exam enrolment requirements
The exam will take place in October/November at a date to be arranged. You will need to be enrolled for the exam at least one month before the exam date, including payment of the exam fee. You are required to have attended all classes/catch-up sessions and completed all homework assignments before enrolment. Catch-up sessions for any missed classes (maximum of 3) last between 1½ and 2 hours at a cost of £40 and take place in Barnet.