ITEC LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA - ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY 

Units 1 (30 - 40) - International - No formal entry requirements

 Anatomy – Study of body structure and Physiology – Study of body function

The study of the human body has fascinated mankind for centuries, from initial investigations where it was thought that the arteries and veins run on air and that muscles were coiled springs to today’s microscopic understanding of seemingly every aspect of our bodies make up.

This fascinating learning area is the basis for the study and gaining of sound knowledge in Anatomy & Physiology. An essential requirement for any healthcare professional, it forms the underpinning knowledge on which all complementary therapies are based. You will learn about the physiological make up of body systems and how these systems interact with each other helping to maintain homeostasis –‘body balance’. This knowledge is key to becoming a professional, successful practitioner in your chosen field.

On completion of this course you will be able to understand and describe microscopic and gross anatomy, name major structures throughout the body and explain their interrelationships as well as basic functions:

Course Content - Body Systems:

• Integumental  – The Skin, a protective water resistant layer

• Muscular  - Make up, types, names, positions and actions of muscles and connective tissue

• The Cell – Basic building blocks that make up every structure within our body

• Circulatory & Lymphatic – Heart, Lungs and vessels that transport blood and lymph.

• Neurological – A communication network that transmits, receives, processes and stores information.

• Endocrine  - chemical messengers that control and influence tissue and organ behaviour.

• Respiratory – Structures receiving and processing oxygen and nutrients and dispelling carbon dioxide and waste material.

• Digestive  - Converting substances we eat and drink into substances recognised by the body for energy, repair and storage.

• Urinary – Our waste disposal system that also maintains our body fluid balance.

• Reproductive – Structures involved in the continuation of the human race

Required Text book for this course is: An Introductory Guide to Anatomy & Physiology with CDROM Louise Tucker  ISBN 9781903348284

(The full syllabus can be viewed at www.itecworld.co.uk)

Course Fees: £550 inc    Deposit £100 on booking

ITEC Exam Fees £85 payable on commencement of course (Includes Theory paper provision and marking, Practical Examination provision and marking. Issue and postage of Diploma on successful completion)

Course dates:

• Jan – Apr 2012: Midweek Daytime (7 x Tuesdays 9.30am -2.30pm)