Category: News
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Top ten reasons for being an FHT member #5: Tailor-made comprehensive therapist, salon and clinic insurance policies
Professional insurance can be confusing but all practising therapists should have it – that’s why the FHT is here to help. As the leading professional association for therapists, and an authorised and regulated insurance intermediary, we really can advise you on the best type of insurance you need. Better still, we can arrange it for…
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Top ten reasons for being an FHT member #4: the industry’s leading professional journal, International Therapist
Every quarter, members receive a copy of the FHT’s membership journal, International Therapist (IT). IT offers a broad range of articles – from aromatherapy and electrolysis, to sports injuries and regulation updates. The journal is a membership benefit and is not available off-the-shelf or by subscription. Each issue provides members with: In-depth features on complementary, holistic beauty and…
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Winning an FHT Excellence Award is an incredible achievement and a unique opportunity for your business
Stand out from the crowd By winning an award, you will have the opportunity to stand out from the crowd with your award-winning status. Winners will receive a mark of achievement (pictured) to use on their marketing materials, plus a trophy and certificate to display in their therapy practice. This accolade lets new clients, existing…
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International Day of Happiness
Tomorrow is the International Day of Happiness: a day to celebrate the things that really matter for a happier world. Action for Happiness is running a big global campaign for the day, focussing on the importance of relationships – find out how to get involved and access your FREE Happiness Pack at www.dayofhappiness.net/involved Look out for…
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FHT Member presented with award at the House of Lords
Congratulations to Tracy McMahon MFHT who came second place at the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England Awards 2015, celebrated at the House of Lords on Wednesday 25th February. The Awards, which celebrate the exemplary work being done to raise mental health literacy through the innovative use of Mental Health First Aid training, were presented…
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10 simple tips on FREE CPD
For the FHT, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is a essential part of good professional practice as well as a fundamental principle of professional ethics. For the public, service users and employers, CPD provides the reassurance that as individuals, and as a profession, FHT members are committed to upholding standards. FHT Members and Fellows* are expected to complete a minimum of 10 CPD…
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Guest posts
If you have a passion for a particular therapy, would like to share photos of a recent Local Support Group meeting, or simply have a question for our readers, we are inviting you to submit a blog post to be shared with over 15,500 social media followers. Published blog posts are worth 2 CPD points each.…
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Report highlights that complementary therapists can help to transform the nation’s health
The FHT welcomes a report published today by the Professional Standards Authority, which highlights that health practitioners listed on an Accredited Register ‘can help governments and public bodies achieve their aim to improve health and transform services’. The FHT’s Complementary Healthcare Therapist Register was approved as an Accredited Register by the Professional Standards Authority in…
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Top ten reasons for being an FHT member #3: professional representation
The FHT is governed by an elected Council of members who oversee a permanent team of FHT staff, many of who are also qualified therapists. The Council positions are voluntary and unpaid, and attract senior practitioners and educators from across the therapy industry. It is thanks to the calibre of our Council, and more than…
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Premium ear candles and accessories
FHT members can now purchase Naturhelix ear candles and accessories from the members’ shop. These premium ear candles are produced using natural ingredients such as cotton, beeswax, essential oils and natural dyes – recommended by Mary Dagleish and Lesley Hart, authors of the book Ear Candling in Essence. Order here Image: Candlecare / Naturhelix
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International Therapist (IT) journal
Have you recently joined the FHT and would like to purchase back issues of IT? Or maybe you have misplaced one of your old journals, would like copies to display in your waiting area, or were featured in an issue and want extra copies for your portfolio. Availability permitting, FHT members can now purchase back…
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