How to become an alexander technique teacher
Alexander Technique teachers show people how to develop their posture and coordination to help bring about improvements in their general health, physical fitness and mental wellbeing. As a teacher, you would generally work with clients on a one-to-one basis. The technique would involve: gently using your hands (known as re-coordination
How to become an aromatherapist
Aromatherapists use aromatic oils from herbs, flowers, trees, spices or fruit to help improve their clients’ sense of wellbeing and relieve symptoms of ill health. As an aromatherapist your work would typically include: taking details of the client’s medical history, diet and lifestyle selecting the oils you feel are appropriate
How to become an art therapist
Art therapists use art as a way of helping people to express difficult thoughts and feelings through creative activities. As an art therapist, you would not teach art and your clients would not need any artistic skills. Instead, you would encourage them to experiment with art techniques and materials like
How to become a beauty therapist
Beauty therapists, also known as beauticians, carry out facial and body treatments to enhance their clients’ appearance and improve their sense of well-being. As a beauty therapist, you could provide a range of treatments, including: facials – cleansing, massaging and toning the skin application and advice on cosmetic make-up eyebrow
How to become a chiropractor
As a chiropractor you would manipulate joints, bones and soft tissue (often with a particular focus on the spine) to help clients control pain or prevent injuries from reoccurring. You would use your hands (rather than medication or surgery) to make adjustments that can improve joint and muscle function and
How to become a colon hydrotherapist
Colon hydrotherapists, also known as colonic irrigationists, cleanse the colon of waste products and toxins. As a colon hydrotherapist, your clients could include people wanting to improve their general health and wellbeing, as well as those with certain medical conditions who want some relief from their symptoms. You would start
How to become an acupuncturist
Acupuncturists use an ancient form of traditional Chinese medicine to help relieve their clients’ symptoms. This method involves inserting very fine stainless steel needles into key pressure points on the body, with the aim of regulating the healing process and restoring health and energy. As an acupuncturist, your day-to-day work
How to become a medical herbalist
Medical herbalists use the healing power of plants to treat a wide range of medical conditions, including skin problems, allergies, arthritis and stress-related conditions. Herbal medicine (also known as phytotherapy) combines knowledge of traditional plant remedies with modern medical science. Many conventional medicines are based on chemicals found in plants,
How to become a colour therapist
Colour therapists aim to relieve symptoms and promote healing through exposure to colour. They believe that the colours we absorb affect the nervous system and the release of hormones, which may in turn affect our mental, emotional and physical state. As a colour therapist, you may see clients with a
How to become a dance movement therapist
Dance movement therapists (DMTs) help people deal with a wide range of emotional, social, psychological and physical issues through the use of movement and dance. As a DMT, you would typically work with clients to help them express their feelings, develop social confidence and increase body awareness. Your day-to-day work