If you’re considering becoming a colonic hydrotherapist, one of the practical questions you’ll want answered is:
How much does colonic hydrotherapy training cost in the UK?
The current cost of the RICTAT Colonic Hydrotherapy Training programme is £3,500.
There can also be some additional costs depending on the qualifications you already hold, where you live and what you already have in place.
I’m Tracy Johnson, Advanced RICTAT Colonic Hydrotherapy Practitioner, RICTAT Trainer and RICTAT Board Member, and I deliver colonic hydrotherapy training at The Treatment Rooms in Skelmersdale, Lancashire.
Here’s a straightforward breakdown.
How much is RICTAT Colonic Hydrotherapy Training?
The current training fee is £3,500.
This covers both the theory and practical stages of the Colonic Hydrotherapy Training programme through to assessment.
What is included in the £3,500 training fee?
Theory training
Your theory training includes:
- Online Learning Portal – 12 modules
- Colonic Hydrotherapy Training Manual – 12 modules
- Four full days of live Zoom lessons
- Support throughout the theory stage
The theory is completed before progressing to your face-to-face practical training, giving you the knowledge and foundations you need before you begin working with clients.
Practical training
Your practical training includes:
- Seven days of face-to-face practical clinical training at The Treatment Rooms in Skelmersdale, Lancashire
- Hands-on supervised clinical training
- Working with real clients
- A minimum of 15 supervised colonic hydrotherapy treatments
- Client consultations
- Case studies
- Practical teaching and clinical discussion
- Written examination
- Practical assessment
The theory and practical elements above are included within the £3,500 Colonic Hydrotherapy Training fee.
Is Anatomy & Physiology an additional cost?
This depends on the qualifications you already hold.
Students need a recognised Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology qualification or higher before progressing to practical clinical training.
If you already hold a suitable qualification, you won’t need to complete another one.
If you don’t have the required Anatomy & Physiology qualification, RICTAT offers an Anatomy & Physiology course for £500.
This is separate from the £3,500 Colonic Hydrotherapy Training fee.
If you’re unsure whether your existing qualification meets the requirements, check with me before enrolling on an additional A&P course.
Are there any other costs to consider before training?
There are a few other requirements which may involve a cost if you don’t already have them in place.
These include:
- Current First Aid certification
- Enhanced DBS Certificate, or international equivalent where applicable
- ICO registration
Some students already have these because of their existing work or qualifications, while others will need to arrange them.
Will I need to pay for travel and accommodation?
Possibly.
The theory element can be completed from home, but your seven days of practical clinical training take place at The Treatment Rooms in Skelmersdale, Lancashire.
If you’re travelling from further afield, you may therefore need to budget for travel and accommodation.
This will obviously vary depending on where you’re travelling from and whether you choose to stay locally during your practical training.
Do I need to buy a colonic hydrotherapy machine before I start training?
No.
You don’t need to purchase a colonic hydrotherapy machine before beginning your training.
Equipment is a significant investment, and I wouldn’t encourage somebody to rush into buying it before they understand what they need.
Equipment selection, setup and clinical preparation are covered as part of your training, so you can make a more informed decision when you’re ready.
What costs should I consider after I qualify?
It’s useful to keep the cost of training separate from the cost of setting up your future practice.
Once you’re qualified and ready to start practising, there will naturally be some additional professional and business costs.
Depending on how you choose to work, these may include:
- colonic hydrotherapy equipment
- treatment couch and clinic equipment
- consumables
- professional insurance
- professional membership and registration
- ongoing CPD
- treatment room rental or premises
- website and booking system
- other general business costs
These costs can vary enormously.
Someone joining an established clinic and renting a treatment room will have very different setup costs from somebody opening their own premises.
That’s why I wouldn’t give one figure and suggest that’s what everybody needs to start a colonic hydrotherapy business.
So, how much does it cost to train as a colonic hydrotherapist?
The main RICTAT Colonic Hydrotherapy Training fee is £3,500.
If you already hold the required Anatomy & Physiology qualification, you won’t need to complete another A&P course.
If you don’t, RICTAT’s Anatomy & Physiology course is available separately for £500.
You should then consider whether you’ll personally need to pay for First Aid, DBS, ICO registration, travel or accommodation.
Your eventual equipment and clinic setup costs come later and should be considered separately from the cost of qualifying.
Can I check the costs before enrolling?
Absolutely.
If you’re considering training with me, I’m happy to talk through what you already have in place and what you may still need.
If you already have Anatomy & Physiology or other relevant qualifications, we can establish whether they meet the requirements before you spend money unnecessarily.
Training is a significant investment, and I think you should understand the costs involved before you commit.
Thinking about colonic hydrotherapy training?
If you’re researching colonic hydrotherapy training costs in the UK and would like to know more about the course, practical training or entry requirements, you’re welcome to get in touch.
I’m Tracy Johnson, an Advanced RICTAT Colonic Hydrotherapy Practitioner, RICTAT Trainer and RICTAT Board Member, delivering training at The Treatment Rooms in Skelmersdale, Lancashire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does RICTAT Colonic Hydrotherapy Training cost?
The current RICTAT Colonic Hydrotherapy Training fee is £3,500.
What is included in the £3,500 training fee?
The fee includes a 12-module Online Learning Portal, 12-module Colonic Hydrotherapy Training Manual, four full days of live Zoom lessons, seven days of face-to-face practical clinical training, a minimum of 15 supervised treatments with real clients, and written and practical assessment.
How much is the RICTAT Anatomy & Physiology course?
If you need to complete Anatomy & Physiology, the RICTAT Anatomy & Physiology course costs £500. This is separate from the £3,500 Colonic Hydrotherapy Training fee.
Do I need to pay £500 for A&P if I already have an Anatomy & Physiology qualification?
Not necessarily. If you already hold an appropriate recognised Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology qualification or higher, you won’t need to complete it again. Check that your existing qualification meets the requirements before enrolling.
Are there other costs involved in training?
Depending on what you already have in place, you may need to budget for First Aid certification, Enhanced DBS, ICO registration, travel and accommodation.
Do I need to buy a colonic hydrotherapy machine before training?
No. You don’t need to purchase your equipment before beginning the training programme.
Are clinic setup costs included in the £3,500?
No. The £3,500 is the Colonic Hydrotherapy Training fee. Equipment and the costs associated with establishing your own practice are separate.
