COURSE SYLLABUS
Reflexology Training
In addition to learning the most advanced and effective Reflexology techniques, you will develop a broad base of knowledge to strengthen your practice.
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The history and principles of Reflexology
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Zone therapy, cross reflexes and reading Reflexology charts
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Common foot conditions
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Understanding the feet
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Contra-indications and ways of adapting the treatment to suit your clients' conditions
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Controlling reactions to the Reflexology treatment
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Reflexes that are out of balance with common complaints
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Establishing reasons and outcomes to treatments
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Adapting treatments
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Specialist skills and techniques
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Living anatomy and the physiological response to stress
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Anatomy and applied physiology
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Cells and skin
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Skeletal and Muscular system
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Endocrine system
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Nervous system
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Respiratory system
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Cardio-vascular system
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Genito/urinary systems
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Digestive system
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Lymphatic and immune responses
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The life cycle
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The reproductive systems
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Systems of the human body and common disorders
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The holistic approach to health and effective holistic client evaluation
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Lifestyles and their influence on disease
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Reflexology, stress management and deep relaxation techniques
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Hand Reflexology
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Client retention
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Understanding energy pathways and healing
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Other complementary therapies
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Observational skills
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Consultation skills and taking effective case histories
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Client treatment plans and meeting your clients' needs
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Essential counselling skills
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Understanding professional and personal boundaries
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Self - development
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Clinical nutrition and foods to help with common conditions
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Professional ethics, and hygiene
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Practice management skills
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Cost effective and free advertising
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Setting up practice and various places for work
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Poster, logo, branding, advertising and leaflet design
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Basic bookkeeping
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Giving talks on reflexology, setting up exhibitions, obtaining free publicity
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Working with GP's, NHS Trusts, complementary health practices, hotels and spa's
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Reflexology with mental health, substance abuse, alcohol abuse and vulnerable clients
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Employment available to Reflexologists and career advice