Training - Health Works

HOLISTIC OPTIONS

Complementary Therapy Training for Health Care Professionals and Others

The courses and workshops delivered at Health Works are suitable for all levels - from complete beginners to health care professionals. Some of the workshops will give you a basic introduction to therapies and complementary health care, whilst others have been developed for professional therapists or health care professionals.

All of the courses and workshops are informal and lots of fun!

By attending one of our workshops or courses you will become more aware of the 'power' of these therapies to promote health and well-being. On completion of any of the courses you will be more aware of the impact of complementary health care, have gained valuable skills and knowledge and feel comfortable and competent to use these skills either on a professional level or on family and friends.

All courses are delivered by Adele Logan. Adele is a qualified trainer, Hypnotherapist, NLP Practitioner, Clinical Aromatherapist, Clinical Reflexologist and Reiki Master, and Registered Nurse. Training is delivered to the highest standards and can be delivered in-house or within Health Works Centre for Health & Well-Being.

Training for Beginners

Massage and Aromatherapy for Everyone - 6 x 2 hour workshops - £80

Are you interested in aromatherapy and massage?
Have you enjoyed an aromatherapy massage and thought you’d like to know more?
Would you like to be able to use aromatherapy and massage at home?

Why not come along to this 6 workshop course – it’s ideal for complete beginners who want to know more… Small class sizes for individual attention. Cost includes all oils and course handouts.

Topics include – introduction to massage and aromatherapy, basic anatomy, learn some simple massage techniques for use on self and others, the benefits of aromatherapy and massage, using essential oils for health and wellbeing.

Numbers are limited on this workshop so - book early - to avoid disappointment - a £10 deposit will secure your place.

Emotional Freedom Technique - 2 hour workshop - £45

Emotional Freedom Technique is based on the ancient principles of acupuncture. EFT uses a simple tapping procedure that gently realigns and balances the body’s energy system to release you from negative thought patterns and unwanted habits.

EFT is safe, easy to learn and best of all it gets results. FAST!

Come along to this workshop and learn the technique for yourself and free yourself from:

Anxiety
Fears/Phobias
Guilt
Pain
Low Self-Esteem
Lack of confidence
Obesity
Trauma
Addictions

Training for Professionals

Aromatherapy in Cancer / Palliative Care - 2 day workshop, £150

This workshop is aimed at qualified Aromatherapists who are working in cancer care or those who are interested in extending their knowledge/skills as part of CPD.

Topics covered include the safe use of essential oils, cancer biology, cancer treatments, clinical issues related to complementary therapies, adapting massage - demonstration and practice, communication skills, self-awareness and presence, current issues, research and regulations.

Massage and Touch Therapy for Complementary and Health Care Professionals in Palliative Care - 2 day workshop, £150

This workshop is aimed at those therapists and health care professionals involved in palliative and cancer care.

Topics will include the concept of touch, massage and its effects, adapting massage - demonstration and practice, relaxation and visualisation, safety issues, self awareness and presence, communication skills, an introduction to zone therapy.

This workshop can also be adapted to suit other care environments – ICU, Coronary Care, Care of the Elderly.

Stress Management & Relaxation for Health and Well-Being - 1 day workshop, £75

This workshop is aimed at therapists and health care professionals keen to teach their clients and patients stress management and relaxation techniques quickly and effectively. Topics include types of stresses, stress and body systems, demonstration and practice of a variety of techniques and strategies that can be taught to clients and patients. This workshop is especially suitable for those who work with patients needing help with anxiety/panic attacks, respiratory conditions, pain etc.

Massage and Touch Therapy for Everyone - 1 day workshop, £75

This workshop is aimed at those individuals caring for others (health care assistants/ relatives/volunteers). Topics covered will include an introduction to massage and touch therapy, the benefits of massage, demonstration and practice of simple massage techniques, safety and contra-indications, the concept of self (‘practitioner’) awareness and presence.

If you would like to come along to any of these workshops a small deposit will secure a place. Please contact us on the telephone number above or e-mail us to find out more.