Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology

Caritas School of Reflexology is a Skills and Education Awards (SEG) accredited training centre...

 

And is a founder member of the Association of Reflexologist Affiliated schools programme.

 

 

Successful candidates are entitled to apply for AoR status with the Association of Reflexologists and be eligible for the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), your route to working within the NHS. 

 

Course work is assessed throughout the year and learners will be expected to pass 4 units set by SEG Awards, which include;

• Principals and Practice for Complementary Therapies
• Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology for all systems
• Provide Reflexology for Complementary Therapies
• Business Practice for Complementary Therapies

 

The course is designed over eight modules, spread over a period of 11 months, giving learners time between course dates to complete home study and case studies. 

 

The structure of each day is approximately 50% theoretical tutoring and 50% practical applications. Handouts will be provided for each module together with home study assignments. Students will be expected to meet strict deadlines to ensure that all coursework is complete by module eight. A further six months is allocated for completing practical study.

 

During the period of the course, each student will be expected to keep a journal, complete six detailed case studies and three practical assessments, which take place in the clinic on members of the public. You will have two practice sessions leading up to this so you will know exactly what to expect.

 

The specification of the course follows that set out by SEG Awards. It includes:-

• Reflexology theory and charts
• Contraindications to treatment
• The theory of techniques
• Professional clinical practice
• Treating the individual
• Formulating an individual treatment plan
• Observation of client, assessment of feet
• The holistic approach
• Instruction in practical application
• Personal development and reflective practice
• Code of Practice and Ethics
• Health and safety
• Registration and regulation of complementary therapies
• Support organisations
• Advertising, marketing and business planning
• Local government and legal requirements

 

Debbie has developed an in-depth lesson covering treatment planning.

In reflexology, treatment planning is about tailoring the reflexology session to the individual's specific needs and health concerns.

A good treatment plan should be individualised, with consideration given to the client's physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

All your learning will come together here. And you will leave this course with the confidence, competence and knowledge to support your clients needs.

 

Supplementary to the above, but equally important are:-

• Practitioner and patient relationships
• Understanding and reading body language

The venue for the course is the Caritas Natural Health Clinic, which Debbie owns and runs. 

All theory lessons will be held in the classroom and practical sessions will take place in the treatment rooms. Giving you a unique, first hand experience of working in a professional clinic environment. An excellent way of building confidence, ready for when you qualify.

Also, a variety of equipment is supplied for learners to use throughout the day. Including: recliners, couches, blankets, towels and a range of reflexology products for working on the feet.

Tea, herbal tea, coffee, water and biscuits are freely available during the day. All you need to bring with you is your lunch and a pen/pencil for making notes.

 

Assessment will take place internally by Debbie and the Internal Verifier (IV) and externally by Moderators (EV), and includes;

• Practical assessment of a complete treatment, plus oral examination whilst in progress.
• By way of continuous assessment in the clinic, home assignments, course work and case studies.