Reflexology
Reflexology
REFLEXOLOGY
Pre-entry qualifications
Unit 346 Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for Complementary Therapies - Unit 348 Principles and Practice of Complementary Therapies - Unit 350 Health, Safety and Hygiene for Complementary Therapies or their equivalents as a prerequisite (A&P must be at least level 3,)
Should unit 348 & 350 qualifications not be held they may be completed as a home study project and seen by examiner on week 21.
Successful candidates will be awarded the I.T.E.C. DIPLOMA in REFLEXOLOGY TECHNIQUES
REFLEXOLOGY TECHNIQUES
A 21 week course comprising both theoretical and practical elements. Classroom instruction covers a complete treatment programme to both feet and hands. It covers recognition of organs and their functions including visual recognition and treatment for a range of common disorders. This will be supported by case study work and homework.
THEORY
- The History, Theory and Philosophy of Reflexology
- Techniques of Reflexology
- Concepts and theories as to how and why it works
- Zones and their relation to organs and functions
- Philosophy of Complementary Medicine
- An introduction to other Natural Therapies (Herbalism, Homeopathy, Aromatherapy etc).
- The Holistic approach, treating the whole person
- Integral Biology (ie how the body is affected by environmental and social factors)
- The study of common complaints related to reflex areas
- The feet - the structure, disorders, condition.
- Contraindications - possible client/patient reaction to treatment
PRACTICAL
- External reading of the feet
- Techniques and Sequence
- Hygiene and Sterilisation
- Preparation of work place
- Interpretations of Reflexes
- Consultations
- Record keeping
- Hand Reflexology
- Client Care and comfort/home care advice
- Contraindications
- Presentation and professional image of practitioner
- Home assignments and individual projects.
ITEC REFLEXOLOGY (UNIT 4) EXAMINATION CRITERIA
Case studies:
60 treatments are to be carried out (supported by documentary evidence that they have been done).
The treatment documentation is to be seen by the Practical Examiner
Practical Examination:
A complete treatment, including consultation and reading the feet.
Findings during this treatment to be recorded on a blank diagram of foot with brief resume of the treatment.
Oral: (as part of the practical exam)
Oral questions at discretion of examiner
Theory
Unit 348 & 350 assignments if required.
COURSE TIMES
Reflexology classes are held over 21 weeks 10.00am to 2.00pm or 6.00pm to 10.00pm Tuesday
Courses commence in February/March or September
see course commencement page for next start date