Before you qualify as a therapist, you could work as a receptionist in a clinic, spa or health centre.
In the NHS, you could be a clerk, booking appointments and updating medical records. There may be apprenticeships available.
Example jobs
Spa receptionist
Booking in clients for treatments, answering phones, providing good customer service.
Ward clerk
Booking in patients for appointments, updating computer records, ordering supplies for the department.
Clinic receptionist
Managing the appointments system, typing up patient reports, inputting data.
Things you need to know
Typical working conditions
- The working environment may be busy and fast-paced.
- You will work indoors in a clinic, spa, health centre or hospital.
- You will wear a uniform.
Qualifications needed
You don’t need any specific qualifications, although employers may ask for GCSE English and Maths. You will also need good customer service skills.
Career path
In a spa, you may be able to progress to a more senior receptionist role or take on some admin duties. You could become a therapist by training in one (or more) of the therapies. In the NHS, you can apply for promotion or move to a clinical support staff position.
Useful links
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Pay scales in the UK
General Regulatory Council for Complementary Therapies
Step into the NHS
Help and information for people interested in working in the NHS
The National Apprenticeship Service
Information and advice about becoming an apprentice