VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology

(duration - 7 days or 13 evenings and final examination; 10:30am - 5pm weekdays; 6pm - 9pm evenings)

This qualification can be attained within 4 - 6 months

** INCLUSIVE COURSE within this qualification is: VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Health, Safety, Security & Employment Standards This is a mandatory part of all VTCT Holistic Therapy course, so if you have already completed this qualification or another VTCT course which contained Units M2 & M74 within the last 3 years, you will not be required to repeat. However, you will be required to provide evidence.

What is Reflexology?

The theory behind reflexology is that each of the body's organs and glands are "linked" to corresponding areas of the hands and feet. The application of pressure to the hands, feet or ears relaxes muscles and improves blood circulation. Energy is restored to the body and ultimately reflexology improves its overall condition. Using thumb, finger and hand techniques pressure is applied to specific are of the hands, feet and sometimes ears to alleviate common ailments such as headaches, back pain, sinus colds and stress.

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is suitable for those wishing to qualify as a professional reflexologist but also for those who have a genuine interest in taking the basic understanding of the therapy further.

Course content

• History of Reflexology
• Benefits & effects of Reflexology
• Contra-indications
• Anatomy of the foot
• Preparation for treatment
• After treatment care
• Basic techniques
• Reflexology routine
• Anatomy & physiology

What does the course include?

• 6 day or 11 evening programme including tutoring & practical
• 1 day or 2 evening programme of assessments, workbook tutoring and personal tutorial
• 2 hour written and pratical examination
• Personalised course folder containing all course content & additional notes
• Liquid refreshments throughout the course
• Informal teaching style allowing course members to ask questions and make input
• Numbers are limited so teaching is kept on a personal level

Entry qualifications

• VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Holistic Therapies, or
• Cheshire Massage Academy Introduction to Reflexology, or
• Equivalent qualification

How will I be assessed?

Each candidate is required to undertake a number of case studies over a period of time both in college and at home and to complete assignments and project work. Internal assessment involves tests, assignments and practical observations to cover a range of clients and assignments to check knowledge. The course will involve assessment in both practical and theoretical areas. Written work is done via workbook and a practical sampling assessment will be done as a final examination.

Related Courses

You may also be interested in the following courses:

• Introduction Course to Reflexology

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