PRACTITIONER'S DIPLOMA IN REFLEXOLOGY
How
Long is the Course?
The
course is taught one day per month for ten months after which students
will attend an examination day. The complete course takes
one year.
How
is the Course Taught?
Visual
learning aids, lectures and tutorials are used to teach the theory
side of the course. Students learn the practical sessions by giving
treatments to each other.
Prerequisite
for the Course
Students
must hold a recognised Anatomy & Physiology Certificate or work
towards the IEB Anatomy & Physiology in conjunction with taking
the Reflexology Diploma.
Course
Requirements
Students
need to bring pens, paper, coloured pencils and clear punched plastic
wallets for course notes. Neat and tidy notes are mandatory and
are counted towards the final mark. A white tunic, black or dark
blue trousers with flat black or dark blue shoes (no open toes)
are also required.
The
course is assessed by:
-
Full tutor contact hours
- Completed
case studies 100 hours
- Theoretical
examination 3 hour duration
- Practical
examination 90 minutes duration
- Background
reading is expected throughout the course.
- Continual
assessment through assignment work
- Student
Portfolio
Download the Syllabus
Home
Study
An
integral part of the course is time spent in home study, of both
theory and practice. An important feature of this Diploma course
is the continuous assessment and support of the students. The School
expects a high level of student commitment throughout the course,
both in and out of School.
Examinations
At
the end of the course candidates will sit a 3 hour theory paper
plus a 90 minute practical exam, where theoretical and practical
knowledge of Clinical Reflexology will be demonstrated along with
client handling techniques and standards of Health, Safety and Hygiene
are assessed. Students will also need to submit documented evidence
of having completed 100 hours
of case studies.
Qualifications
On
satisfactory completion of the course successful candidates will
be awarded the International Examinations Board (IEB) Practitioner's Diploma in Reflexology, and a
Diploma in Clinical Reflexology from The Sue Lincoln School of Holistic
Therapies.
Governing
Bodies
You
may apply to join the International Federation of Reflexologists
(IFR). Members of this organisation may then use these designations after
their name.
Successful candidates may also join the General Regulatory Council for Complemtary Therapies (GRCCT) and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) which are the regulatory bodies for complementary therapies in the UK.
Course
Fees
The
cost of the course, including handouts and exam
fee is £995.00 (£200 deposit). For your convenience
this can be paid for by instalments. For information on financial assistance to support your learning, please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact 0800 100 900.
Course
Dates
SEPTEMBER
2010
Day One: Tuesday 14th September 2010
Day Two: Tuesday 19th October 2010
Day Three: Tuesday 7th November 2010 Day Four: Tuesday 8th December 2010
Day Five: Tuesday 11th January 2011 Day Six: Tuesday 15th February 2011
Day Seven: Tuesday 15th March 2011
Day Eight: Tuesday 12th April 2011
Day Nine: Tuesday 10th May 2011
Day Ten: Tuesday 7th June 2011
Download an application form to pay by cheque
Visit the Continuing Professional Development Pages for Qualified Therapists
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I.F.R. ACCREDITED
MEMBERS OF THE REFLEXOLOGY FORUM
2008 Examinations
Top Row Left to Right: Claire Edwards, Julie Stevenson, Karen Ellwood, Janet Roberts, Kathy Holliday, Sarah Hayhurst, Louise Baldwin, Kate Lawrence. Jean Swift, Deborah Hartley
Bottom Row Left to Right: Sue Lincoln, Renee Tanner and Hanna Marshall
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