Anatomy & Physiology & Pathology Level 3 Certificate
As part of a holistic/complementary therapy diploma (e.g. body massage and reflexology), you must hold a current Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology (AP&P) level 3 certificate. This course is a level 3 certificate for complementary therapies who don't hold a current AP&P course or needs to update their current AP&P certificate if it's over 3 years.
Course Details
What is Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology?
Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology (AP&P) is the foundation for anyone wishing to work as a holistic therapist. This course covers the function, structure, interactions and pathologies of 15 body systems (details below).
If you already have medical training (doctor, osteopath, chiropractor, physiotherapist, etc.) or a qualification that included Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology training, then you may not need to complete an additional AP&P course.
Prerequisites - None , but you must be aged 16 or over. This course can be taken as a stand alone or along side our reflexology or massage diploma courses.
Duration - 3 months Time: Evenings 6pm-9pm- Breakdown: Up to 3 hours per week for 12 weeks
On Average, classes will last 1.5 hours per evening.
Small online live teaching course (in-class option available in 2025). Please note, exam is be taken in-class
Cost - £300.00 which includes exam fees. Please note, your place on this course is confirmed once you have paid a deposit of £100.00.
Accreditation - FHT (Federation of Holistic Therapists) accredited
This course content follows the National Occupational Standards (NOS) and the Core Curriculum (CC) for AP&P.
Assessments/Exams: Final written exam (in-class)
Course Materials - all course materials are provided, including a hard copy manual, extra hand outs and PowerPoint slides.
What you need to bring to class - a willingness to learn!
Dates: (online) 2025 Dates: (online) 2026
EVENINGS - Dates (Mondays) ONLINE 6:30pm-8:30pm | EVENINGS - Dates (Mondays) ONLINE 6:30pm-8:30pm |
Monday 4th August 2025 | Monday 12th January 2026 |
| Monday 11th August 2025 | Monday 19th January 2026 |
| Monday 18th August 2025 | Monday 26th January 2026 |
| Monday 25th August 2025 | Monday 2nd February 2026 |
| Monday 1st September 2025 | Monday 9th February 2026 |
| Monday 8th September 2025 | Monday 16th February 2026 |
| Monday 15th September 2025 | Monday 23rd February 2026 |
| Monday 22nd September 2025 | Monday 2nd March 2026 |
| Monday 29th September 2025 | Monday 9th March 2026 |
| Monday 6th October 2025 | Monday 16th March 2026 |
| Monday 13th October 2025 | Monday 23rd March 2026 |
| Monday 20th October 2025 (Revision class) | Monday 30th March 2026 (Revision class) |
Course Tutor
- Theory classes covering all bodily systems
- Course manual, extra course handouts and PowerPoint Slides
- Assessment and marking of exam
- FHT exam fees
- Pre assessments and any additional classes, if required
- Ongoing (email or phone) student support and supervision throughout the course
Anatomy & Physiology & Pathology Level 3 Course Syllabus
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The function, structure, interactions and pathologies of the following body systems:
· Cells and Tissues
· The Integumentary System (Skin, Hair & Nails)
· The Skeleton System
· The Muscular System
· The Nervous & Sensory System
· The Endocrine System
· The Respiratory System
· The Circulatory/Cardiovascular System
· The Lymphatic and Immune System
· The Digestive System
· The Reproductive System
· The Urinary/Renal System