Q: Why Should I join IPHM?  

Ans: The IPHM is run independently from any college or awarding body, and therefore will accept appropriately qualified therapists equally and fairly. We exist to maintain Standards and support holistic practitioners. As such we are dedicated to recognised standards of qualification and practice.  We can provide you with a certificate from IPHM as further confirmation as a professional therapist. As a member you will be entitled to be added to our directory of professional practitioners and advertise your services. If you require a therapy badge this is also included and you will be entitled to use the letters IPHM after your name.

Our aim is to provide a diverse array of Therapists and Health Practitioners the opportunity to join our Institute at a low cost.  In order to keep our costs down, we do not offer some of the benefits of larger Associations such as monthly newsletters. We know that new practitioners need to develop their profile so with this in mind we offer an affordable service for our members.

Q: I don’t just practice my therapies I also teach them, am I covered for teaching my courses?

Ans: If you intend to teach students to become qualified practitioners then an assessment of what you are providing in the way of tuition and course material may be required to evaluate your qualifications. As an IPHM Approved training provider you are then entitled to advertise this on your training materials and advertising and use our logo to denote your affiliation. To qualify for this status you are required to be a Full IPHM Corporate Member and  meet the IPHM’s  Approved Training Provider Status requirements.

Q: What if my overseas qualifications are not in English?  

Ans:  You will be required to have your qualifications officially translated by a certified translator. You will be required to submit a copy of the translation with your IPHM membership application.  

Q:  What kind of training and qualifications does the IPHM recognise?  

Ans: The IPHM now recognises most complementary and holistic therapies if you are unsure whether we recognise your therapy then please contact us. 

Q: I am not qualified in Natural Therapies but I give treatments, can I become an Affiliate Member of the IPHM?

Ans: No. You must provide proof of your qualifications or training provider. If you are a student currently training you cannot become a member of our association until you are qualified.

Q: I am currently working as a holistic practitioner do I need insurance?

Ans: Yes. The IPHM strongly recommend that you have insurance if working with the public and in most cases this is a legal requirement. You may as a member working in the UK obtain insurance with our afflilliate Westminster Indemnity.

Q: I am from outside Europe can I still join IPHM?

Ans: Yes we accept membership from anyone whom is a qualified therapist worldwide.