The HEARTS Process  May 2026

The Christie Integrative Therapies Training Unit delivers a range of CPD weekend courses as well as a Level 5 diploma programme and conferences for complementary therapists and allied health care professionals. Click the links for ourcurrent course brochureandother Eventbrite listings.  For further information please contact the-christie.ittu@nhs.net

Integrative Therapies Training Unit

Saturday 9th May (0930-1630) and Sunday 10th May (0930 – 1630), 2026

Education Centre, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust

Date and Time: Saturday 9th May (0930-1630) and Sunday 10th May (0930 – 1630), 2026Description: HEARTS is a mnemonic for Hands-on, Empathy, Aromas, Relaxation, Textures and Sound. You will learn how to combine these therapeutic components to help patients and carers achieve a state of relaxation and calm in many situations. Students can complete additional case study work in support of a HEARTS Process Practitioner Certificate.Suitability: This course is ideal for integrative therapists and health care professionals working in supportive and palliative care.Course tutors: Ann Carter and Dr Peter MackerethDelivery: ClassroomVenue: The Education Centre, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust550 Wilmslow Road Withington Manchester M20 4BXFee: £215Note: If you would like to book and make payment via invoice please email the-christie.ittu@nhs.netTo ensure that we have the right support for any additional learning needs, please get in touch at the-christie.ittu@nhs.net Previous attendee feedback:"You both made the learning process such a pleasure and great fun. It was lovely to be able to listen to your experiences and I was so impressed with your considerable knowledge. I am looking forward to using the HEARTS process and know that many of our patients will benefit"To hear more about this course please <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D-klUs4qznGg%2520be&amp;data=05%7C02%7Channah.grantham1%40nhs.net%7Ccf74282ac4b140ec1a6f08de958050d0%7C37c354b285b047f5b22207b48d774ee3%7C0%7C0%7C639112575496490903%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=hzTFIi0dzOveIyxXD%2FMC4t2PoQ6Dyc5x1VEEu3YlZwM%3D&amp;reserved=0" title="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D-klUs4qznGg%2520be&amp;data=05%7C02%7Channah.grantham1%40nhs.net%7Ccf74282ac4b140ec1a6f08de958050d0%7C37c354b285b047f5b22207b48d774ee3%7C0%7C0%7C639112575496490903%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=hzTFIi0dzOveIyxXD%2FMC4t2PoQ6Dyc5x1VEEu3YlZwM%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">click here</a> DIPLOMA PATHWAYSThis course forms part of our 3 diploma pathways:· Adapting therapies for cancer and supportive care· Adapting reflexology for cancer and supportive care· Therapeutic approaches to relaxation in supportive carePlease click <a href="https://www.christie.nhs.uk/education/continuing-professional-development/the-christie-integrative-therapies-training-unit/ittu-courses-diplomas-and-conferences/integrative-and-complementary-therapies-diplomas" title="https://www.christie.nhs.uk/education/continuing-professional-development/the-christie-integrative-therapies-training-unit/ittu-courses-diplomas-and-conferences/integrative-and-complementary-therapies-diplomas" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a> for more information. CANCELLATION POLICYCANCELLED BY USIn the event we have to cancel a course, you will be informed with a minimum of 14 days’ notice. You may request a full refund or transfer your place to another course.CANCELLED BY YOU WITH ATLEAST 14 DAYS NOTICE BEFORE THE COURSE START DATEIf you have booked and paid via EventbriteIf you have booked and paid via Eventbrite you can request a refund or transfer to another course free of charge. If you would like to transfer to another course you will need to request a refund and then book onto the alternative course of your choice and pay via Eventbrite.If you have booked and are paying via an invoiceIf you have booked onto a course and requested an invoice to be raised you can either:<ul><li>Transfer onto another course of the same value free of charge.</li><li>Transfer to another course of higher value but you will need to pay the difference along with a £10 admin fee.</li><li>Contact the ITTU to request a refund.</li></ul>CANCELLED BY YOU WITH LESS THAN 14 days NOTICE BEFORE THE COURSE STARTSNo refunds will be given or fees transferred for cancellations with less than 14 days notice.Note: We reserve the right to alter the tutors and the location of the delivery of the course if the need arises, however we will endeavour to always provide you with at least 30 day’s notice, and you will have the right to cancel the course and receive a full refund if you are unhappy with the changes.

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