With the confusing media coverage of the most recent changes to the dietary recommendations and magazines and internet sources recommending various ‘fad’ diets and miracle supplements, it is difficult to find out what ‘healthy eating’ or ‘balance diet’ actually mean! As we finally realise that the nutritional value of the foods available to us is constantly diminishing it is no wonder that ‘what should I be actually eating?’ is one of the most often asked questions.

Undoubtedly, what we eat, how we eat and how much we eat plays a vital role in our lives. Research confirms that the root causes of the majority of the ailments that we come across in our daily lives – from arthritis and diabetes, through fertility issues, cardiovascular diseases to cancer – are primarily due to improper intake of food and lack of a balanced diet. Studies show that our stress levels and even our mental health depend on what we eat and can benefit from the right selection of foods! Therefore, the necessity of proper nutrition and, perhaps most importantly the secrets of how to make the best advantage of the food, is what is discussed in this course.

Course Details

“The key to a healthy life is healthy living”. This diet and nutrition course will help you get familiar with everything you need to know about the basics of a proper nutrition!

This unique 6 day in-class course will offer an opportunity to study the subject not only in more depth but also in a more practical and interactive way. It will introduce you to basic concepts of nutrition and highlights ways that your clients (and you!) can integrate good nutrition into their lifestyles. In fascinating detail, you`ll explore the food pyramid, diet planning, the digestive system, and how nutrients affect energy, wellness, and disease. Principles of digestion and absorption, the function of nutrients, disease prevention, diet modifications, and weight controls are also covered.

The real bonus of this course is what you will be able to gain through in-class activities and discussions, which will help you learn how to analyse a food diary, carry out some simple calculations (body mass index, daily calorific needs, etc.), come up with a health benefiting strategy and create a realistic meal plan. In addition to the comprehensive course manual you will also get additional charts, such as an exhaustive list of gluten-free grains (includes over 140 grains, seeds and related foodstuffs from all over the world!) and a handy ‘best sources’ of minerals and vitamins guide. Throughout the course we will be sharing many exciting recipes utilising some truly useful super-foods.

This MSCM Diet & Nutrition course covers the following subject areas:

• Understanding the digestive system – structure of the digestive system, the alimentary canal, accessory organs, the ‘forgotten organ’ of the gut flora; the processes of digestion (enzymes) and absorption
• Nutrition: – functions and sources, body requirements – basal metabolic rate and daily calorific requirements and connection to age, body size, gender, etc.
• Food components and their role in the diet: carbohydrates, simple sugars, fibre, proteins and fats (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, transfats), good and bad cholesterol, their nutritional values and medical conditions resulting from overconsumptions or not sufficient intake of each.
• Macro- and micro-nutrients – minerals and vitamins, antioxidants, sources, functions and signs of deficiencies.
• Dehydration – water, tap water, bottled water, water filters; dehydration, toxicity and the strain on other organs.
• Disorders of the digestive system and others – constipation, coeliac disease, irritable bowel syndrome (ibs), various others, anorexia, bulimia, diabetes, hypoglycaemia, obesity.
• Nutritional value of foods – red meat in the diet and its effects on cancer , eggs in the diet and the effect on cholesterol levels, dairy products and alternatives,    daily intake of milk or use of other sources of calcium in order to prevent osteoporosis organic foods , superfoods , detoxifying, juices, soya products.
• Loss of nutrients – through processing, cooking and storage; refined and unrefined foods.
• Food processing – additives, preservatives, commercial antioxidants, sequestrants, flavour enhancers, thickeners, emulsifiers, colours, sweeteners, e numbers, and associated health issues.
• Common anti-nutrients – tea and coffee, carbonated drinks, alcohol, smoking, contraceptive pill, antibiotics, etc.
• Rda’s for special groups: including adolescents and the elderly.
• Weight loss
• Vegetarians and vegans – protein combining and non-animal sources of proteins.
• Food allergies : food intolerance : food poisoning – dairy and gluten, nuts.
• Probiotics – prebiotics, probiotics and probiotic diet.
• Common ailments related to nutritional imbalance – common cold, influenza, cystitis, water retention , arthritis, pmt, sinusitis, migraine, asthma, stress, eczema, psoriasis, cellulite.
• Healthy eating & balanced diets – practical approach.

Ah, and let’s not forget – as it is often the case with our courses at MSCM – we include some valuable extracurricular aspects of Diet and Nutrition, e.g. the alkaline diet or the dietary needs specific to the various cultural/ethnic groups.

Who Can Attend?

Open to all. Suitable for those interested in healthy eating for themselves and family.

More Information

Duration – 6 days

Course fees include:

• All class tuition
• A comprehensive course manual
• Useful charts and guides
• Various templates, such as a case study template, meal plan and food diary as well as recipes

With the confusing media coverage of the most recent changes to the dietary recommendations and magazines and internet sources recommending various ‘fad’ diets and miracle supplements, it is difficult to find out what ‘healthy eating’ or ‘balance diet’ actually mean! As we finally realise that the nutritional value of the foods available to us is constantly diminishing it is no wonder that ‘what should I be actually eating?’ is one of the most often asked questions.

Undoubtedly, what we eat, how we eat and how much we eat plays a vital role in our lives. Research confirms that the root causes of the majority of the ailments that we come across in our daily lives – from arthritis and diabetes, through fertility issues, cardiovascular diseases to cancer – are primarily due to improper intake of food and lack of a balanced diet. Studies show that our stress levels and even our mental health depend on what we eat and can benefit from the right selection of foods! Therefore, the necessity of proper nutrition and, perhaps most importantly the secrets of how to make the best advantage of the food, is what is discussed in this course.

Course Details

“The key to a healthy life is healthy living”. This diet and nutrition course will help you get familiar with everything you need to know about the basics of a proper nutrition!

This unique 6 day in-class course will offer an opportunity to study the subject not only in more depth but also in a more practical and interactive way. It will introduce you to basic concepts of nutrition and highlights ways that your clients (and you!) can integrate good nutrition into their lifestyles. In fascinating detail, you`ll explore the food pyramid, diet planning, the digestive system, and how nutrients affect energy, wellness, and disease. Principles of digestion and absorption, the function of nutrients, disease prevention, diet modifications, and weight controls are also covered.

The real bonus of this course is what you will be able to gain through in-class activities and discussions, which will help you learn how to analyse a food diary, carry out some simple calculations (body mass index, daily calorific needs, etc.), come up with a health benefiting strategy and create a realistic meal plan. In addition to the comprehensive course manual you will also get additional charts, such as an exhaustive list of gluten-free grains (includes over 140 grains, seeds and related foodstuffs from all over the world!) and a handy ‘best sources’ of minerals and vitamins guide. Throughout the course we will be sharing many exciting recipes utilising some truly useful super-foods.

This MSCM Diet & Nutrition course covers the following subject areas:

• Understanding the digestive system – structure of the digestive system, the alimentary canal, accessory organs, the ‘forgotten organ’ of the gut flora; the processes of digestion (enzymes) and absorption
• Nutrition: – functions and sources, body requirements – basal metabolic rate and daily calorific requirements and connection to age, body size, gender, etc.
• Food components and their role in the diet: carbohydrates, simple sugars, fibre, proteins and fats (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, transfats), good and bad cholesterol, their nutritional values and medical conditions resulting from overconsumptions or not sufficient intake of each.
• Macro- and micro-nutrients – minerals and vitamins, antioxidants, sources, functions and signs of deficiencies.
• Dehydration – water, tap water, bottled water, water filters; dehydration, toxicity and the strain on other organs.
• Disorders of the digestive system and others – constipation, coeliac disease, irritable bowel syndrome (ibs), various others, anorexia, bulimia, diabetes, hypoglycaemia, obesity.
• Nutritional value of foods – red meat in the diet and its effects on cancer , eggs in the diet and the effect on cholesterol levels, dairy products and alternatives,    daily intake of milk or use of other sources of calcium in order to prevent osteoporosis organic foods , superfoods , detoxifying, juices, soya products.
• Loss of nutrients – through processing, cooking and storage; refined and unrefined foods.
• Food processing – additives, preservatives, commercial antioxidants, sequestrants, flavour enhancers, thickeners, emulsifiers, colours, sweeteners, e numbers, and associated health issues.
• Common anti-nutrients – tea and coffee, carbonated drinks, alcohol, smoking, contraceptive pill, antibiotics, etc.
• Rda’s for special groups: including adolescents and the elderly.
• Weight loss
• Vegetarians and vegans – protein combining and non-animal sources of proteins.
• Food allergies : food intolerance : food poisoning – dairy and gluten, nuts.
• Probiotics – prebiotics, probiotics and probiotic diet.
• Common ailments related to nutritional imbalance – common cold, influenza, cystitis, water retention , arthritis, pmt, sinusitis, migraine, asthma, stress, eczema, psoriasis, cellulite.
• Healthy eating & balanced diets – practical approach.

Ah, and let’s not forget – as it is often the case with our courses at MSCM – we include some valuable extracurricular aspects of Diet and Nutrition, e.g. the alkaline diet or the dietary needs specific to the various cultural/ethnic groups.

Who Can Attend?

Open to all. Suitable for those interested in healthy eating for themselves and family.

More Information

Duration – 6 days

Course fees include:

• All class tuition
• A comprehensive course manual
• Useful charts and guides
• Various templates, such as a case study template, meal plan and food diary as well as recipes

Although open to all, it is of particular relevance to practitioners or students with little or no previous First Aid knowledge. It should be a crucial part of all our training and yet is sadly overlooked by most examination boards and awarding bodies.

It is likely that First Aid will soon become compulsory for therapists in order to obtain valid insurance. This has already been implemented by some insurance companies and professional associations and is likely to be mandatory with all in the near future.

Course details

This one-day Emergency First Aid course may be taken at any stage in your training.

Designed and led by a practising therapist and first aid tutor, the course will include:

• Managing incidents
• Priorities of first aid
• Resuscitation
• Control of bleeding
• Treatment of unconscious casualty
• First aid equipment
• Communication & delegation in an emergency
• Aspects of first aid particularly relevant to the group

The content of the day has been tailored to suit complementary practitioners and will cover scenarios likely to be encountered within your practise, making it a unique yet recognised First Aid Qualification.

Upon successful completion of the day’s training, students will receive a First Aid Certificate entitled Emergency First Aid at Work. This will be valid for 3 years.

Who Can Attend?

This workshop is open to anyone.

Recognition by Professional Associations

Validated by IPTI – (Independent Professional Therapists International) and widely accepted by most Professional Bodies

More Information

Duration:  1 day

Course fees include:
~ All class tuition
~ A comprehensive course manual
~ A recognised First Aid Certificate valid for 3 years
~ 5 cpd points

Special Offer

If you have already completed a First Aid Course in the past with MSCM and need to renew (They expire after 3 years) you may repeat the course at HALF PRICE.

To take advantage of this offer simply book on and pay the deposit and email to us a copy of your last first aid certificate

Although open to all, it is of particular relevance to practitioners or students with little or no previous First Aid knowledge. It should be a crucial part of all our training and yet is sadly overlooked by most examination boards and awarding bodies.

It is likely that First Aid will soon become compulsory for therapists in order to obtain valid insurance. This has already been implemented by some insurance companies and professional associations and is likely to be mandatory with all in the near future.

Course details

This one-day Emergency First Aid course may be taken at any stage in your training.

Designed and led by a practising therapist and first aid tutor, the course will include:

• Managing incidents
• Priorities of first aid
• Resuscitation
• Control of bleeding
• Treatment of unconscious casualty
• First aid equipment
• Communication & delegation in an emergency
• Aspects of first aid particularly relevant to the group

The content of the day has been tailored to suit complementary practitioners and will cover scenarios likely to be encountered within your practise, making it a unique yet recognised First Aid Qualification.

Upon successful completion of the day’s training, students will receive a First Aid Certificate entitled Emergency First Aid at Work. This will be valid for 3 years.

Who Can Attend?

This workshop is open to anyone.

Recognition by Professional Associations

Validated by IPTI – (Independent Professional Therapists International) and widely accepted by most Professional Bodies

More Information

Duration:  1 day

Course fees include:
~ All class tuition
~ A comprehensive course manual
~ A recognised First Aid Certificate valid for 3 years
~ 5 cpd points

Special Offer

If you have already completed a First Aid Course in the past with MSCM and need to renew (They expire after 3 years) you may repeat the course at HALF PRICE.

To take advantage of this offer simply book on and pay the deposit and email to us a copy of your last first aid certificate

Ear Candling is a pleasant and non-invasive treatment of the ears, used to treat a variety of conditions and designed to be a natural alternative to syringing. Many people suffer from excessive earwax, clogged ears, ‘glue ear’, ear ache, snoring, sinusitis, headaches, migraines, sore throats, irritation in the ear, rhinitis, catarrh and all the associated side effects that these may bring. Few people, however, are aware that there is a wonderful, painless, soothing, cleansing treatment available, the effects of which are deep and long lasting.

Using natural candles made according to the traditional Hopi Indian recipe, the ingredients include pure beeswax, precious honey extracts and organic linen. These are combined with powdered Indian medicinal herbs, such as Sage, St. John`s Wort and Chamomile, well known for their healing properties. These ear candles induce a revitalising heat upon the head and ears, which soothes, relieves and relaxes.

This wonderful, gentle and natural therapy will enhance your existing practice, enabling you to offer clients additional treatments, which have immediate beneficial effects. This is a particularly useful therapy to use alongside Indian Head Massage.

Course Details

This course is only open to qualified therapists. It covers everything you need to know in order for you to safely and professionally conduct a therapy session in Ear Candling. You will also learn a special face and neck massage, which enhances the effects of the Candles.

The course content will include:-

• History of Hopi ear candles
• Structure and functions of the ear
• Common diseases of the ear
• Ingredients of Biosun Hopi ear candles
• How ear candles work
• Benefits of ear candling
• Results of the burning of the Hopi ear candles
• The appearance and meaning of the debris in the opened candle after it has been burned
• Ear candling technique
• Safety instructions
• Storage instructions
• Suggested items needed for a treatment session
• Contraindications to treatment
• Massage routine
• Face and neck sequence
• Treatment record sheet
• After care instructions
• Professional conduct

The intention is to train you, a practitioner already experienced in other complementary therapies, in the techniques and science of Ear Candling. You will learn which conditions are suitable for treatment and any contra-indications.

Who Can Attend?

This workshop is open to qualified therapists

Recognition by Professional Associations:

Validated by IPTI – (Independent Professional Therapists International) and widely accepted by most Professional Bodies

More Information

The course will be largely practical in content and students will be required to wear appropriate workwear for the duration of the course. During the practical sessions you will practise on each under supervision of the tutor who will offer guidance and feedback.

Course Fee Includes:
~  All class tuition
~  A comprehensive course manual
~  An MSCM Certificate of attendance for your professional portfolio
~  5 cpd points
~ Candles will be provided for your use during the practical sessions

Duration: 1 day

“Your face, my thane, is as a book where Men may read strange matters.” – William Shakespeare “Macbeth”

For more than 2000 years, practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine have relied on face reading for insight into the physical, psychological, and emotional state of a patient. Oriental Facial Diagnosis has its roots deep in Buddhism and Chinese cultural and scientific life. Ancient scholars and thinkers have written extensively on the subject. The first texts such as the Bamboo Chronicles were written in the 3rd century BC and Chinese physiognomy is documented in the Tang manuscripts from Dunhuang which are dated 500-600 AD, as well as material from the 10th – 15th century AD.

Based on an understanding of the shapes, markings and features of a face, a therapist can discover important facts about the health and life of a patient, related to the principles of Chinese medicine. The face has zones which relate to the internal organs. When the body energy is in perfect flow, facial features are in perfect condition. When illness begins, the energy will not flow smoothly, all features on the face, shapes, colours and functions will change. Every day conditions such as a congested liver, deficient thyroid, poor digestion, stress on the adrenal glands are all visible on the face if you know what to look for.

Course Details

Join us on this fascinating workshop and learn for yourself how to read the face and pick up non-verbal signals about your Client’s lifestyle and health. These simple yet effective skills – woven into your consultation procedure – will help you gain better understanding of your Client’s needs. What could be better to enrich your practice – regardless of your discipline?

On this course you will cover

• Historical and background knowledge
• The Face As a Map
• Oriental facial reading/diagnostic techniques

Warning: Faces will never seem quite the same again!

Who Can Attend?

This workshop is designed for therapists but can be open to all.

Recognition by Professional Associations

Validated by IPTI – (Independent Professional Therapists International) and widely accepted by most Professional Bodies

More Information

Duration: 3 hours

Course fees include:
~ All class tuition
~ A comprehensive course manual
~ An MSCM Certificate of Attendance for your professional portfolio
~ 3 cpd points

Despite many decades of being brainwashed into thinking that fat is bad, it turns out that sugar is the real enemy! Even more worryingly – did you know that sugar is eight times more addictive than cocaine?! No wonder that our ‘sugar habit’ is such a hard one to drop!

To make matters worse sugar is often ‘cleverly’ hidden or replaced with ‘0 calories’ sweeteners resulting in rather ‘healthy’ looking labels.

Take control and don’t be conned!

Course Details

Join us for this mind-blowing 3-hour workshop where we will explore the following topics:

• Understanding the dangers of sugar overload
• Don’t be fooled by the labels – healthy vs. ‘healthy’
• The shocking truth about hidden sugars – learn to recognise them instantly on the labels
• Sweeteners – what do they REALLY do to our bodies and are they all the same? Do they help as lose weight and stay healthy?
• Commonly used products that are not sweets, look ‘healthy’ but are in fact sugar loaded traps!
• Learn how to control sugar cravings and break your sugar addiction – tips and ideas
• Boost energy without sugary snacks
• Make healthy changes that will improve your family’s diet and help them lose excess weight (without them even noticing)
• Healthy alternatives which can satisfy your sweet tooth Recipes And more!

This workshop will be informative and practical – you will learn how to apply your knowledge straight away. Some handy ‘cheat sheets’ will also be provided to help you with your quest of ditching this sugar addiction! Help yourself, your family, your friends and your clients to beat sugar addiction.

Who Can Attend?

Open to all. Particularly beneficial for those who have completed our Diet and Nutrition for Complementary Therapies.

Recognition by Professional Associations

Validated by IPTI – (Independent Professional Therapists International) and widely accepted by most Professional Bodies

More Information

Duration – 3 hours

Course fees include:
~ All class tuition
~ A handy pack of ‘cheat’ sheets
~ Recipes
~ An MSCM Certificate of Attendance for your professional portfolio
~ 3 cpd points

Following recent ‘revelations’ making sugar our biggest enemy, many people mistakenly concluded that now ‘it’s OK to consume fats freely’ and they no longer need to worry about fat content of their meals and snacks. But is it really the case?

Concerns are growing rapidly about the devastating consequences of this approach to healthy diet and weight loss.

Did you know: Some types of fats can prevent MANY common health issues and even HELP WITH WEIGHT LOSS! Interestingly, Western society is dramatically deficient in such healthy fats and still consuming high quantities of unhealthy ones! Even the fashionable Ketogenic diet, often used as a weight loss tool, can lead to serious cardiovascular health issues!

For those who are still selecting low-fat or fat-free foods to support their weight loss regimens – according to a recent UK study, low-fat/fat-free foods can contain up to 10% more calories and 40% more sugar! And the vicious circle of low fat but high sugar and vice versa continuous.

Learn how to get it right and use this knowledge straight away to take control and create healthy eating habits for life!

Course details

Join us for this enlightening 3-hour masterclass where we will explore the following topics:

• Fats that heal and fats that harm – good fats and bad fats
• Fats and the labels – decipher the labels!
• Hidden ‘trans-fats’ – what are they and why are some countries banning them?
• Fats you must consume to stay healthy but are likely to be deficient in – solve this problem once and for all!
• Are you missing on fats that can improve your mood, reduce blood pressure and cholesterol levels and combat inflammations such as achy arthritic joints? Sort it out ASAP.
• What to watch out for while on Ketogenic diet to still lose weight AND make it safer for the heart
• Coconut oil – is it the only oil the body needs? Which one should we go for?
• Which oil to cook with and why?
• Types of cholesterol and where does it really come from?
• The truth about eggs – one a week or one a day – where do we stand and why?
• How to cook eggs to get maximum benefit from this perfect protein source
• Tips and recipes to help you get your cholesterol levels down naturally and keep it that way

This workshop will be informative and practical – you will learn how to apply your knowledge straight away. Some handy ‘cheat sheets’ will also be provided to help you with your quest of getting your fat intake right!

Who Can Attend?

Open to all. Also suitable for those who have completed our Diet and Nutrition for Complementary Therapies.

Recognition by Professional Associations

Validated by IPTI – (Independent Professional Therapists International) and widely accepted by most Professional Bodies

More Information

Duration:  3 hours

Course fees include:
~ All class tuition
~ A handy pack of ‘cheat’ sheets
~ An MSCM Certificate of Attendance for your professional portfolio
~ 3 cpd points