Reflexology - Feet, Hands, Ears & Face Level 3

Unit 1: History and origin of reflexology

History of modern day reflexology in the western world
Cross reflexes
Energy
Yin & yang
 

Unit 2: Meridians and the five element chart

Five element chart
The sheng cycle
Patterns of the sheng cycle
The role of the ke cycle

Unit 3: Anatomy & physiology relating to reflexology

Disorders of the foot
The skin
Eperdermis
Dermis

Unit 4: Consultation

New clients
Client record card
GP referall letter
Effective communication
Non verbal communication
Listening skills
Customer complaints
Staff disputes

Unit 5: Contraindications & contra-actions

Deformaties of the feet
Conditions of the bones and skin
Infections of the feet
Toenail problems
Contra-actions
 

Unit 6: Basic first aid for reflexologists

First aid for reflexologists
First aid requirements within the workplace
First aid training
Common accidents and emergencies
Fractures
Heart attack
CPR
Strokes and seizures
Spinal Injury
Shock
 

Unit 7: Benefits of reflexology

Reflexology for everyone
Babies & children
Cancer
Circulation
Detox
The elderly
Fertility
Pregnancy
Palliative care
Stress
 

Unit 8: Health, Safety & Code of ethics

Code of ethics
Prep of the work area
Personal hygiene
Client hygiene
Health and safety legislation
Reporting
Risk assessment

 

Unit 9: Reflexology routine (Inc. foot massage)

Assessing the client
The treatment
Treatment length
Techniques & Routines
Completion of the treatment
Client reaction
Foot massge routine

Unit 10: Aftercare & summary of reflexology course

Acne
Alcoholism
Allergies
Asthma
Bedwetting
Fatigue
Cramp
Cystitis
Eczema
Headache
Infection
Neck problems
Pre-menstrual problems
Ulcers
Whiplash and lots more

Unit 11: Reflexology on other parts of the body

Hand reflexology
Ear reflexology
Facial Reflexology

Unit 12: Aftercare

The purpose of aftercare

Maximising the benefits

Dehydration

Summary of reflexology