Therapeutic Services – Career Planet https://careerplanet.co.za Welcome to a World of opportunities Tue, 02 Oct 2018 19:40:33 +0000 en-ZA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.11 https://careerplanet.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cp-icon-150x150.png Therapeutic Services – Career Planet https://careerplanet.co.za 32 32 Aromatherapist https://careerplanet.co.za/careers-listing/aromatherapist2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aromatherapist2 Tue, 02 Oct 2018 19:40:33 +0000 http://edevstage.co.za/cp/careers-listing/aromatherapist2/  

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What is an Aromatherapist?

Aromatherapy is a branch of holistic medicine.

Aromatherapists use plant extracts and essential oils to treat conditions such as stress and skin disorders through massage. The physical properties of the oils is vital and the

Aromatherapist is well-schooled in which aromatic oils are necessary for each particular treatment.

What does an Aromatherapist do?

  • discusses ailment/problems with client/patient
  • diagnosesproblem
  • choosse/mixes essential oils to remedy the problem
  • treats wounds, superficial scars, skin cancer, skin toning and skin-cell stimulation
  • learns and develops new forms of treatments
  • attends courses and lectures to keep up to date
  • follows up with clients

Are you … ?

  • good with people?
  • interested in their health and well-being?
  • interested in alternative medicine?
  • empathic?
  • a good listener?
  • good with your hands?
  • professional?
  • a good communicator?

How do I become an Aromatherapist?

There are many places that you can do part-time or full time courses at. 

Here are a few examples:

  • MADGE WALLACE INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE: of skin and body therapies
  • INSTITUTE OF NATURAL HEALTH:

Diploma NQF Level-6 in Therapeutic Aromatherapy

 

Further Education and Training Colleges (FET) may offer programmes for aromatherapy.

We advise contacting these institutions directly.

Visit the Career Planet Training Institutions page to find your nearest TVET / FET College.

 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Beauty Therapist or Hairdresser

Is becoming an Aromatherapist the right career choice for me?


]]> Reflexologist https://careerplanet.co.za/careers-listing/reflexologist/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=reflexologist Tue, 02 Oct 2018 19:40:32 +0000 http://edevstage.co.za/cp/careers-listing/reflexologist/  

 

 

OFO No:  514202

 

 

 

Other names for Reflexologist:

  • Aroma Therapist
  • Body Massage Therapist
  • Intense Pulsed Light (IPL / Laser) Body Technician
  • Sliming Therapist
What is a Reflexologist?
A Reflexologist is a holistic practitioner (alternative medicine) the helps patient’s bodies get into balance.
The body is divided into reflex zones which are all represented in the feet.
By ‘massaging’ these points on the feet, they Reflexologists can stimulate the patient’s brain to release tension and stress.
What can reflexology can treat:
  • stress
  • PMS
  • circulation problems
  • fertility
  • menopause
  • pain
  • anxiety
  • arthritis
  • sinusitis
  • depression
  • migraines
  • sleep disorders
  • and many more …
What does a Reflexologist do?
  • meets and greets clients
  • discusses clients problems
  • makes patient comfortable
  • massages and presses on certain points on the feet
  • focusses on patient’s needs and problems
Are you … ?
  • interested in holistic medicine?
  • good with people?
  • calm?
  • good with your hands?
  • a good listener?
  • empathic?
  • a person with a positive attitude?
How do I become a Reflexologist?
There are many private colleges that offer reflexology courses. Check the ones near you.
HEALING HANDS Wellness Institute

INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY of REFLEXOLOGY & MERIDIAN THERAPY

The SA Reflexology Society: CLICK HERE

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Aromatherapist or Colonic Hydrotherapist

Is becoming a Reflexologist the right career choice for me?

 

 


 

]]> Ayurvedic Practitioner https://careerplanet.co.za/careers-listing/ayurvedic-practitioner/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ayurvedic-practitioner Tue, 02 Oct 2018 19:38:02 +0000 http://edevstage.co.za/cp/careers-listing/ayurvedic-practitioner/  

 

OFO No: 223102

 

 

 

 

What is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda is an ancient Indian healing process. It’s over 5000 years old and is the ‘sister science’ of Yoga. Ayurveda is a form of medicine that believes all humans are an integral part of nature.


CLICK HERE

Youtube clip – What is Ayurveda?

For training options in South Africa – scroll down

 

What is an Ayurvedic Practitioner?

An Ayurvedic Practitioner tries to harmonise the functioning of the body, mind and spirit of their patients.

They compounds made of herbs, oils, minerals and metals to mix into medicine to treat ailments and to reduce impurities in the body. These remedies and diets help the body detoxify, rejuvenate and fight disease.

What does an Ayurvedic Practitioner do?

  • meets with the patient to discuss problems
  • diagnoses problems
  • mixes compounds of herbs, minerals and oils
  • applies compounds
  • provides counselling on lifestyle, spirituality and meditation
  • uses techniques like yoga, aroma and sound therapies

Are you . . . ?

  • interested in alternative medicine?
  • interested in nature?
  • caring?
  • good with your hands?
  • observant?
  • patient and kind?
  • understanding?

How do I become an Ayurvedic Practitioner?

There are no structured college courses to become an Ayurvedic Practitioner.

The SASIM does offer courses now and again.


  • SASIM: South African Society of Integrative Medicines

http://www.integrativemedicine.co.za/ayurvedic-medicine.html

  • ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS COUNCIL OF SOUTH AFRICA

http://www.ahpcsa.co.za/pb_pbacmu_ayurveda.htm

 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Acupuncturist or Bee Keeper

Is becoming an Ayurvedic Practitioner the right career choice for me?

 


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