Complementary health associate professionals Salary
Salary data from ONS ASHE. Some figures may be unavailable due to small sample sizes.
For complementary health associate professionals, £27,888 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -29% versus the national average.
About this role
Complementary health associate professionals provide alternative and complementary therapies including acupuncture, osteopathy, chiropractic, homeopathy, reflexology and other non-conventional health treatments.
Key responsibilities
- Assessing clients and taking case histories
- Delivering complementary therapy treatments
- Developing treatment plans and reviewing progress
- Maintaining clinical records and professional standards
- Advising on lifestyle, wellbeing and self-care
Qualifications and entry routes
Osteopaths must register with the GOsC; chiropractors with the GCC — both require accredited degrees. Other therapists require qualifications from relevant professional bodies (e.g., BAcC for acupuncture). Regulation varies by therapy.
Career outlook
Growing public interest in wellbeing supports demand. Self-employment is common. Evidence-based integration with conventional healthcare is expanding opportunities.
Key skills
Common industries
- Private practice
- Complementary health clinics
- Sports medicine
- Spas and wellness centres
- Integrated healthcare
Data coverage
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).