Complement Ther Nurs Midwifery. 2002 May; 8(2): 106-12.

Education and training of complementary therapists: the role of higher education.

Stuttard P.

Department of Primary and Community Nursing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston, UK.

This paper is intended to inform the reader of key issues relating to education and training of complementary therapists. It discusses the role of higher education in the training of complementary therapists in light of changing policy and patterns of course delivery. It highlights the need for professional standards in clinical practice and for training underpinned by an evidence base. The paper presents the need for collaborative working with professions for complementary medicine, indicating some areas of good practice established at the University of Central Lancashire.