Reflexology Level 3 Diploma

Students are taken through the history and philosophy of this age-old therapy. Reflexology, a complementary alternative therapy, is the holistic understanding, study and practice of treating points and zones in the feet and hands that relate to corresponding areas of the body. This ITEC course covers the reflex zones and the related reflex areas as well as common disorders and ways in which to treat them.

Course Content

Module 1 Anatomy and Physiology

      • Skeletal System
      • Muscular System
      • The Skin
      • The Cell
      • Circulatory & Lymphatic Systems
      • Respiratory System
      • Nervous System
      • Endocrine System
      • Urinary System
      • Reproductive System

Module 2: Reflexology

  • Holistic Approach
  • Integral biology
  • History of reflexology
  • Reflex zones/areas/points on the feet and hands and their functions
  • Reflex interpretation
  • Cross referral areas for the hands and feet
  • Structure of the feet, ankles and lower leg
  • External reading of the feet
  • Structure of the hand, wrist and lower arm
  • Disorders/conditions of the feet/hands and nails
  • Sensory systems
  • Effects of stress on the body systems
  • Clinical observations
  • Reflexology treatment
  • Contraindications
  • Possible reactions
  • Appropriate legislation
  • Consent to treatment
  • Methods of consultation
  • Medical Referral Procedures
  • Appropriate client care
  • Importance of reflexology for clients and families receiving palliative or social care
  • Other complementary therapies
  • Treatment Evaluation & Review
  • Self-treatment risks & effects
  • Client Case Studies

Module 3: Professional Conduct & Business Awareness

  • Professional Conduct:
    • Points of professionalism
    • Appropriate consultation card design
    • Professional working relationship
    • Professional rapport
    • Appropriate therapist appearance
    • Client confidentiality
    • Client consent
    • Contraindications related to treatments
    • Impact of advertising & legal implications of the relevant laws
    • Professional indemnity insurance
    • First Aid Administration
    • Accident documentation
    • Medical assistance and fire alarm
    • Electrical equipment safety checks
    • Hygienic terms
    • Types of infection
    • Blood transmitted diseases
    • Ethical & Appropriate conversation
    • Methods of sterilisation/sanitisation
    • Personal hygiene
    • Salon hygiene methods
    • Waste disposal
    • Treatment contraindications
    • Client Modesty, Towel management & Client Care
    • Accurate client records
    • Client communication
    • Negative feedback management
    • Effective questioning techniques
    • Appropriate body languag
    • Commercially acceptable timing
    • ‘Code of Ethics’
    • Continual Professional Development
    • Interior planning of a treatment room
  • Business Awareness:
    • Accounting systems
    • Stock control system
    • Retail service
    • Basic principles of selling
    • Role of the receptionist
    • Main forms of advertising
    • Presentation/demonstration Techniques
    • Treatment Cost
    • Security implications

 

Entry Requirements

Pre-requisite –Students must hold the ITEC Anatomy and Physiology or equivalent and the ITEC Professional Conduct and Business Awareness or equivalent (can be taught concurrently with Reflexology where applicable).

Accreditation

ITEC Level 3 (International) Diploma in Reflexology (UK Accreditation: QAN 100/2402/5).

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