Reflexology Courses & Training

About this ITEC Reflexology Course ...

Reflexology involves stimulating the reflex points on the feet and hands to produce their distant effects on the body.

With its roots in traditional medicine and evidence dating back to Egypt, 3000 years BC, Reflexology has evolved into a modern, systemised form of treatment which not only combines the reflex points on the feet but also includes "Zone Therapy" which divides each foot into 5 zones. Reflexology treatment is carried out with the client comfortably clothed making the treatment specific but not invasive. Our Reflexology courses are taught by professional and practising Reflexologists who are all trained above the taught level and who are passionate about the subject.  Each Reflexology course lecturer will impart a wealth of information from their own clinical practice as well as using accelerated training methods and NLP techniques to facilitate your learning of this subject. This ITEC Reflexology course (Level 3, QCF) provides the firm foundation for the professional practice in Reflexology. It is a well recognised qualification which on completion, will allow the practitioner to obtain full professional insurance and gain employment.

What will I learn in this Reflexology Course ...

The course will cover the full ITEC Reflexology level 3 QCF syllabus through formal lectures, practical classes and home assignments. Some of the topics covered in this course are:

Reflexology Theory & Practice

• History, theory and philosophy of Reflexology
• Techniques of Reflexology
  
• External reading of the feet
  
• Reflexology Technique and sequence
  
• Interpretation of Reflexes
  
• Zones and their relation to organs and functions
  
• Referral areas/ cross references
  
• The Holistic approach
  
• Contraindications to Reflexology
  
• Introduction to Hand Reflexology
  
• Concepts and theories as to how and why Reflexology works
  
• Client reactions - during and in between treatments
  
• Consultations and record keeping
  
• Common disorders /diseases
  
• Devising a treatment programme
  
• Home care advice
  

Setting Up in Business

• Forms of Marketing and how to get yourself noticed
• UK Business Laws relevant to sound practice
  
• Professionalism & Ethics
  
• Concepts and practice of of hygiene
  
• Health & Safety related to clinical practice

Reflexology Course Prerequisites ...

Students must hold an Ofqual Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology or higher.

If you are unsure of your current course qualifications, please call the office to find out if these can count towards this Reflexology diploma course.  We will do our best to find out ways in which we can help you to successfully complete this Reflexology course and become a professional and qualified Reflexologist.

Reflexology Course Length ...

This Reflexology course is taught as a fast track and intensive program.

It is covered a total period of 6 days spaced over 2-3 months thus allowing you time to revise and complete your Reflexology case studies.

There is home study and case history assignments which have to be completed in conjunction with the formal Reflexology lectures and practicals.

What the Reflexology Exams Consist of ...

• A practical Reflexology examination lasting 1 hour (by a visiting external ITEC Examiner)
• A multiple choice Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology Exam (if not already done in a previous ITEC qualification - within the last five years)
• 100 completed home case studies (thorough guidance given during lectures)
• 2 Assignments (Business Plan & Complementary Therapies - if not already done in a previous ITEC qualification)

Opportunities on Completing this Reflexology Course ...

Upon successful completion of our Reflexology courses, students have gone onto:

• Open their own private practice treating clients from home
• Work in Health Clubs, Hotels, Ski Resorts (abroad) or offer mobile visiting Reflexology treatments
  
• Treat clients using Reflexology and give advice on its home use
  
• Study one of our further advanced massage courses such as the BTEC Sports Injuries & Clinical Remedial Massage, ITEC Sports Massage, ITEC Aromatherapy, ITEC Indian Head Massage,  Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Massage, Lymphatic Drainage Massage, Hot Stone Massage, On Site Chair Massage, Pregnancy Massage or Baby Massage, as well as degree courses such as Osteopathy, Physiotherapy, Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine.
• Supplement their full time income by working part time
  
• Help family and friends by providing regular massage treatments
  
• Develop their Continual Professional Development (CPD) portfolio
  
• Join the Association of Reflexologists (AOR)
  
• Use the title "Reflexologist"