IFR ACCREDITED DIPLOMA in REFLEXOLOGY
The way to harmony and health
Reflexology is an ancient art which has its origins in Chinese medicine. It has been recorded by the Egyptians in a wall painting found in a physician's tomb dated about 2330 BC. With the advance of medical science the ancient art of reflexology was disappearing but fortunately it was rediscovered by Dr. William Fitzgerald who, around 1913, began to offer a form of treatment known as "Zone Therapy". From his early work reflexology has evolved.
Reflexology involves the skilled application of pressure to specific points on the feet in order to restore balance to the body. These points represent reflex areas which correspond to parts of the body. The feet can be seen as a map of the body with the right foot representing the right hand side of the body and the left foot the left side. Reflex areas are to be found on the soles, the top and sides of the feet. Similar reflex areas may be used where it is difficult to use the techniques on the feet.
Reflexology is a simple, natural and harmless way to health. It can be used to obtain relief from all kinds of conditions from general stress to specific disorders often where conventional treatment has failed. It can also be used to maintain good health, to build resistance and to prevent illness. Health problems may be detected before they become serious. Mental and physical tension is released, a state of relaxation is induced and energy and vitality abound. The healing art of reflexology brings about the restoration of harmony and optimum health.
Theory
- History and the definition of reflexology
- Importance of the holistic approach
- An introduction to other natural therapies
- Concepts and theories as to how and why it works
- Zones and their relations to organs and functions
- Contraindications and precautions
- Client reactions
- Common disorders expected to react favourably to this therapy
- Basic knowledge of common ailments
- Professionalism, client handling, hygiene, ethics, first aid
- Business studies
- Setting up a practice
- Dietary advice
Practical
- Physical examination of the feet
- Hygiene and sterilisation
- Client care and comfort
- Practical training in foot reflexology
- Developing listening skills
- Introduction to hand reflexology
- Case history taking with patients
- Tailoring the treatment for the individual adjusting pressure and duration
Students will also be given home study work.
This work will be checked, marked and returned with relevant comments and
will form part of the final examination grade.
Case studies, normally conducted on family or friends at home (a minimum
of 64 treatments)are to be presented at the examination.
Exam procedure
Successful completion of this course with a pass in the International Examination
Board examination leads to the Beaumont College Diploma in Reflexology and
full membership of the International Federation of Reflexologists
It is a requirement that all students obtain a recognised first
aid certificate before taking the examination.
International Federation of Reflexologists
The International Federation of Reflexologists was founded in 1983 by a group of like-minded professional reflexologists. These therapists felt that training standards and levels of professional competence were not high enough and that the general public had no way of contacting a therapist whom they could trust to treat them with care and competence. The I.F.R is a constituted body with its own Constitution, Code of Ethics and Practice and a Disciplinary Procedure to govern the conduct of its members. It is a non-profit making organization whose members are professionally qualified therapists and practitioners, or those undergoing training for professional qualification.
Today the Federation has grown to be a leader organization in the field and now has several thousands of members working all over the world, bound together by the strict code of ethics and practice. As well as keeping a register of professional therapists, the I.F.R is largely involved in educational activities and has a list of accredited schools all of which teach to a centrally agreed syllabus. The primary aim of the is to maintain a programme of professional education and training designed to stimulate and uphold high professional standards of qualifications and practice among its membership, for the benefit of reflexology and the general public and to be the focal point of communication.
Objectives
- To establish standards of professional training and qualifications appropriate to the Membership of the I.F.R.
- To maintain a Register of Professional Members which will be available to the general public.
- To disseminate, as widely as possible, via politicians, the press and other mediae, all available information relating to the practice of reflexology.
- To publish quarterly, a professional newsletter/journal for the benefit of the Membership.
- To provide disciplinary procedures in the event of serious professional misconduct.
- To maintain professional standards amongst members by strict adherence to a Code of Ethics and Practice.
- To provide a helpline for professional enquiries.
- To offer appropriate insurance cover to its practicing members.
Beaumont College are proud to have twice received 'Student of the Year' awards.
Many students are on the I.F.R.'s educational 'Roll of Honour'.
Requirements: Eligible Students
This is a Postgraduate Course.
The prospective student should hold recognised qualifications in Anatomy
and Physiology, Business studies and Professional conduct and First aid.
Exemptions from anatomy and physiology
Course Fees
£795.00£265.00 deposit and 2 equal instalments payable on arrival to parts 1 & 2
Examination fee: £90
Course sessions start at 10am and finish by 5pm
Please go to enrolments to apply online
