CMA stands for The Complimentary Medical Association.

They are a not-for-profit organisation who support professionals of Complimentary Medicine.

These may include - Life coaches, Acupuncturists, Yoga instructors, Herbalists, Reflexologists, Chiropractors and so on.

The CMA was established in 1993 to promote ethical, professional complimentary medicine, to protect the rights of all professionals in this field and to ensure that the public and medical professionals have access to effective, compassionate healthcare.

The CMA oversee's that all its registered practitioners deliver treatment to a high quality by highly qualified, insured practitioners who adhere to a strict 'code of ethics' and disciplinary procedures.

Not only does the CMA support individual practitioners, but they also provide assistance to training schools and colleges. Providing a well organised service to schools who wish to have their courses registered and accredited by the CMA.

The CMA thrives on their support for registered practitioners by providing the latest scientific backed information for various fields within the professions. By supporting workshops, courses and quarterly information calls.

The CMA checks all their registered practitioners for relative qualifications for their field of work, a current up to date insurance and ongoing annual CPD record.

CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development. This means that the registered professional is committed to continuing their learning and growth to widen their experience. This can be studying the latest research papers or techniques available which will benefit their clients.

This is why l, Kirsty Craigie is a registered professional with the CMA and that is why l have the post-nominal letters MCMA after my name. I have the relevant qualifications in order for me to practice as a life coach. I am fully insured and up to date with my CPD. I love to grow my knowledge and develop myself !

Information provided by The Complimentary Medical Association website.