Reflexology is one of the most popular mainstream holistic therapies. Our comprehensive beginners course guides you carefully through each of the most essential treatment techniques and diagnostic skills so that you can deliver a very effective and satisfying treatment for your clients.
This course is suitable for complete beginners and also for those who wish to brush up their techniques.
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Yes. All of the course training options are perfect for beginners as well as CPD for practicing therapists.
If you wish to offer treatments professionally we recommend that you undertake training to Diploma level. You can opt for a classroom course or solo tuition. If you're unsure which type of training will be best for you, please contact our friendly support team to discuss these options.
This is the background and theory that you study from home and then complete an online test paper before attending your practical training. It is easily completed with between 8-12 hours of study time. For some people it may take a little longer.
Module 1
What is reflexology?
The history of reflexology
Module 2
Effects and benefits overview
Effects and benefits in detail
Contraindications
Module 3
Bones of the hands and feet
Reflexology of the hands
Reflexology of the feet
Three arches of the feet
Module 4
Ethics of massage therapy
Client consultation skills
Consultation/treatment environment
Client education
Client confidentiality
Consultation form: overview
Module 5
Body mechanics
Client preparation
Client care
Therapist preparation
Module 6
Hygiene in reflexology
Health and safety for reflexology
Aftercare advice
Module 7
How does it work?
The meridians
Module 8
Reflexology techniques
Module 9
Treatment formulations
Troubleshooting
Module 10
Reflexology routine
Routines at a glance
Additional information
Case study guidelines
Case study examples
FAQs
Hints and tips
Your notes and questions
Additional documents
Consultation form
Case study form
Many of the Diploma courses offered by Therapy Training School are accredited (ie: approved for membership & insurance purposes) by the International Guild of Complementary Therapists (IGCT), the Guild of Holistic Therapists (GHT) and the Guild of Beauty Therapists (GBT). Additionally, Therapy Training School is an approved Platinum Training Provider with the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT), and this organisation also accredits many of our Diploma courses for membership & insurance purposes.
All of our Diploma & Certificate training courses throughout the UK are accredited by Therapy Training Academy Ltd (our umbrella organisation) and insurance for practicing professionally can be taken out in the UK via Westminster Insurance (highly recommended), Wellbeing Insurance and Towergate Insurance.
With professional insurance in place, you will be able to get a job as a therapist, practice as a self-employed therapist or work independently as a mobile therapist.
Our Certificate courses are recommended for those who wish to deliver treatments to family and friends. Although professional insurance is not a legal requirement, we do advise that you purchase insurance to safeguard your recipients and yourself and to provide you with peace of mind. Insurance for delivering therapy to family and friends can be taken out in the UK via Westminster Insurance (highly recommended), Wellbeing Insurance and Towergate Insurance. Our Certificate courses are accredited by the International Guild of Complementary Therapists (IGCT).
*Before you commit to any course, we strongly advise that you check with your potential employer (and Borough Council, if you wish to work in London) to ensure that the qualification you have decided to undertake will be accepted by them, and to find out if you need a licence to work.
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