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REFLEXOLOGY DIPLOMA COURSE

aim of course To enable candidates to add Reflexology Treatments to their existing treatments and obtain a Diploma approved by BABTAC. entry level A recognised body therapy qualification, or a minimum CIBTAC Anatomy & Physiology Diploma or equivalent. SUBJECTS TO BE STUDIED generic areas of study G2 Health & Hygiene G3 Skin Structure and Function G4 Skin Diseases G7 Business Studies G8 Salon Procedures G9 Nutrition other subjects: History of Reflexology Philosophy of Complementary Therapies Anatomy & Physiology of Hands and Feet Anatomy & Physiology Revision Theory of Reflexology Mapping of the feet Pathology Client Care and Consultation Treatment routine Aftercare Case Studies MINIMUM TRAINING REQUIREMENT 150 HOURS This must include a minimum of 100 hours contact (50% of which must be working within a commercial salon environment) and 50 hours of additional study. EXAMINATIONS THEORY PRACTICAL EXAM FEE The dates will be issued annually by the Examining Board. 45 minutes multiple choice paper 1 hours. 16 Case histories to be presented to the examiner. To be issued annually by the Examination Board.

This course is designed on a flexible time basis, enabling many part-time students to qualify who would not be able to attend college on a full time basis.
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HISTORY OF REFLEXOLOGY History, theory, definition and development of reflexology up to the present day The holistic approach to Reflexology Reflexology used in the promotion of health and well being Theory of how Reflexology works Therapeutic and physiological effects on the mind and body

PHILOSOPHY OF COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES An understanding of the Holistic nature of Complementary Therapies. An awareness of 6 other Natural Therapies plus current views and research in holistic medicine, e.g. Shiatsu Aromatherapy Acupuncture etc. Awareness of voluntary and statutory support systems within the community.

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY OF HANDS AND FEET Bones of the arm and lower leg (Radius and Ulna, Tarsals, Metatarsals and Phalanges, Tibia + Fibula). Collective names only of the bones of the hand and foot (Carpals, Metacarpals and Phalanges). Superficial muscles of the hand and arm: Flexor and extensor group of the hand and arm Thenar and hypothenar muscles Radial and ulnar artery Peroneal and tibial artery

Blood supply to the hand and foot:

Superficial muscles of the foot and lower leg: Tibialis anterior Extensor group Peroneals Gastrocnemius Soleus Flexor group (deep)

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY REVISION A general revision of the function of all systems affected by Reflexology with particular reference to: Skin Internal Organs Lymphatic System Nervous System Blood Circulation Elimination Process

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THEORY OF REFLEXOLOGY Zones of the body longitudinal and transverse Cross reflexes Referral zones Understanding zone therapy Aims / Benefits of the treatment Mapping of the reflex areas Differences between Holistic and Symptomatic Approach Pregnancy Contra-indications

MAPPING OF THE FEET Mapping of the feet must be carried out using appropriate reference charts.

PATHOLOGY A knowledge of the systems and prognosis of commonly encountered conditions including: Asthma Angina Arthritis Diabetes Mellitus Eczema Epilepsy High & low blood pressure Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Myalgic Encephalonyelitis (ME) Psoriasis Pre Menstrual Tension (PMT) Menopause Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Stress Related Disorders Migrane Drugs, Addiction Allergies Depression Eating Disorders

CLIENT CARE AND CONSULTATION Preparation of the treatment room and couch / chair Ensuring clients comfort, privacy, warmth, etc. Obtaining information to include medical history, present medications being taken, reason for treatment, noting and acting upon any apparent contra-indications.

AFTERCARE The appropriate aftercare / homecare advice for the reflexology treatment ensuring suitability to clients needs and recommendation as to where the client may obtain further professional advice if appropriate.

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REFLEXOLOGY PRACTICAL WORK Observation and assessment of the feet Relaxation techniques and movements Support / hold procedures Compression techniques Location of reflexes Appropriate pressure Back up reflexes

CASE STUDIES The student must complete four case studies, comprising four treatments for each client, totalling sixteen treatments. The case studies must include a range of conditions, ages and lifestyles. Case studies are not to be carried out on other students within the group. Please refer to the separate Case Study Pack for tutor and student guidelines, this can be obtained from the CIBTAC office.

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REFLEXOLOGY TREATMENT PRACTICAL EXAMINATION Time allowed 1 hours

guide for colleges / examiners 1. Detailed Consultation. A consultation card must be completed by the candidates with the client at the start of the examination. A detailed record should be made of the clients medical history, present medications being taken, contra-indications apparent and reasons for treatment. All clients to be allocated by the examiner. 2. Preparation of Working Area. The candidate is responsible for ensuring that the working area is satisfactorily prepared prior to the treatment being undertaken. 3. Preparation and Care of the Client. The candidate is responsible for the suitable preparation of the client prior to the treatment being undertaken. 4. Treatment Movements. The examiner will be looking at the candidates posture along with their technique and pressure. 5. Aftercare and Advice. The candidate must give the client suitable aftercare following the treatment as well as advising on the follow up treatments. Results / findings and aftercare recommendations should also be recorded on the clients card. 6. Hygiene. The candidate must demonstrate high standards of hygiene before, during and after treatment to negate the possibility of cross infection. 7. Personal Appearance and Deportment. The candidates should present a totally professional image to the client and wear suitable clothes to meet this criterion. 8. Oral Questions. The examiner will ask the candidate oral questions relative to the treatment and aftercare. 9. Case Studies. Must be graded by the tutor and be available to the examiner on arrival. These will be verified by the examiner at the end of the examination. Accommodation must be available for up to 2 hours.

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PRACTICAL EXAMINATION MARKING SHEET REFLEXOLOGY

Duration: 1hr 30 minutes School/College: Examiner:
Hygiene Procedures Personal appearance And deportment Oral Questions Preparation of working area Preparation of client

Start Time:

Finish Time: Country: Date of Exam :

Reflexology Treatment Aftercare and Advice to Client

Case Studies

Consultation

Pass = 60 = 74%, Credit = 75 -84%, Honours = 85 -100% Maximum Marks

* Minimum Pass Marks must be achieved

TOTAL % 100

TOTAL

Remarks

14 8

27 16

10 6

30 18

100

No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Group TOTAL Average for Group Average % for Group

CANDIDATES NAME (BLOCK LETTERS)

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School / College Examined .. Date of Examination. EXAMINERS FEEDBACK WRITTEN REFLEXOLOGY

85-100% = Excellent 75-84% = Good 60-74% = Satisfactory 0-59% = Below Standard In each case indicate the average % mark in the box provided

Average % mark Generic Areas Of study

Anatomy & Physiology

Treatment

General Comments

Examiners Name

School / College Examined Date of Examination.. EXAMINERS FEEDBACK PRACTICAL REFLEXOLOGY

85-100% = Excellent 75-84% = Good 60-74% = Satisfactory 0-59% = Below Standard In each case indicate the average % mark in the box provided

Average % mark
Consultation

Preparation of Working Area

Preparation of Client

Reflexology Treatment

Aftercare and Advice to Client

Hygiene Procedures

Personal Appearance & Deportment

Oral Questions

Case Studies

General Comments Examiners Name ..

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REFLEXOLOGY PAPER
Approx Guide Breakdown of MCQ Questions

Time Allowed: Number of Questions: Number of Marks

45 Minutes 40 60

Generic Areas of Study Anatomy and Physiology Treatments

18% 17% 65%

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRACTICAL REFLEXOLOGY EXAMINERS

* to pass these areas the minimum mark must be achieved Duration : 1 hours

Consultation/Examination * Medical History Detailed Lifestyles Contra-indications Physical observation and foot observations Reasons for treatment Treatment plan / pattern Consultation environment Preparation of Working Area Couch Trolley / Products Preparation of Client Explanation of treatment Positioning of client Client Modesty Reflexology Treatment Client Care Commencement of treatment Treatment Procedure Location of reflexes Pressure Finger and thumb technique Support and holding positions Completion of treatment Rhythm and continuity *

( min 8 )

14 marks 2 marks 2 marks 2 marks 2 marks 2 marks 2 marks 2 marks 2 marks 1 mark 1 mark 3 marks 1 mark 1 mark 1 mark

( min 16 )

27 marks 3 marks 3 marks 4 marks 4 marks 3 marks 4 marks 2 marks 2 marks 2 marks 10 marks 3 marks 4 marks 3 marks 3 marks 2 marks 1 mark 3 marks 1 mark 2 marks 8 marks

Aftercare and Advice to Client * What the client should do and not do Explanation of possible effects / reactions to the treatment Recording results / Future treatment plans Hygiene Washing hands before and after treatment Cleaning clients feet Personal Appearance and Deportment Personal appearance Deportment / Attitude Oral Questions At examiners discretion Case Studies * 4 different clients to be treated 4 times each

(min 6)

( min 18 )

30 marks

Possible Total Marks Pass Mark

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CIBTAC BOOKLIST FOR REFLEXOLOGY DIPLOMA COURSE

recommended reading Hand Reflexology Jurgen Kaiser et al Language of the Feet What can feet tell you Chris Stormer Reflexology The Definitive Guide Chris Stormer Reflexology Therapy James Mathers Reflexology: The Definitive Practitioners Manual Beryl Crane Reflexology Art, Science and History Christine Issel The Essential Guide to Feet and Hand Reflexology Beryl Crane Better Health with Feet Reflexology Dwight Byers Stories the Feet can tell through Reflexology Stories the Feet have told through Reflexology Eunice D Ingham The Complete Guide to Feet Reflexology (Revised Edition) Kevin and Barbara Kunz Reflexology: The Theory and Practice Ann Gillanders The Complete Illustrated Guide to Feet Reflexology: Therapeutic Feet Massage for Health and Wellbeing Inge Dougans

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REFLEXOLOGY CASE STUDY

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CASE HISTORIES
guidelines to consider when taking case histories 1. A detailed consultation should be carried out but the Clients name and address should be kept separately on the consent form. 2. 3. Clients must be aware of all possible contra-indications. Clients signature must be on all consultation sheets.

4. All the enclosed forms should be completed for each case study and each treatment must be recorded. 5. 6. 7. If the treatment is being altered at all, please explain and justify this. Additional information can be included in the homecare advice. All treatments to be validated by the tutor.

8. Case studies to be marked and graded by the course tutor following CIBTAC % guidelines i.e. 85 100% Excellent, 75 84% Good, 60 74% Satisfactory.

Marking / Grading Guidelines refer to the separate Case Study Pack available from the CIBTAC office

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REFLEXOLOGY CASE STUDY

Right Foot

Left Foot

Record your finding on the diagrams with relevant dates. Students Signature Tutors Signature
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CONFIDENTIAL ASSESSMENT CONSULTATION CARD

Client Code. (Name, address, telephone to be kept separately on consent form) Date of Birth.. Occupation. Doctor Address.. Telephone. Personal Information Reason for visit... Referred by. Emergency contact Are you receiving any other therapies, if so which?.................................................................. Medical History Medication (including contraceptive pill and HRT)..
Pregnant / Miscarriage Allergies Periods / PMT Hepatitis Cancer Operations Breathing Circulation Joints Eyes Painful areas Muscle Tone Skin Type Dry / Oily / Combination Drugs Diabetes Heart / Pacemaker Digestion Hearing Nausea Smoking Epilepsy Scar Tissue Bowel Movements Headaches Open Wound / Cuts Fainting HIV / AIDS Blood Pressure Varicose / Broken Veins Swellings Skin Problems

..

Tick if the following are applicable with details below

Does the client need to obtain doctors permission prior to treatment? Has the client obtained written doctors referral if required?

YES YES

NO NO

Date of Consultation. Practitioners Signature Clients Signature . Tutors Signature ..

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CONFIDENTIAL ASSESSMENT CONSULTATION CARD Do You

Smoke..How many daily?........................................... Drink alcohol (units per week) Drink tea (how many daily)Drink coffee (how much daily). Drink water (how much daily)Other liquids (how much daily)... Have a balanced diet. Eat regular meals... Take exercise how often. What Type.. Work.Regular hours / flexi / shift / unspecified.. Take care of children.How many..Ages. Take care of elderly ..Sick.Disabled Sleep well / poorly / restless. Do you suffer from depression / tension / anxiety / stress . How does the above condition affect you........................ .. Is your outlook optimistic / pessimistic .. Do you have a disability Do you wear glasses / contact lenses / hearing aid Posture. Personality: Confident / Nervous/ Mixture.

Specified points to note Requirements and Preferences for Client Care

End of treatment drink.. Head and body supports... Music and lights.. Availability or restrictions for appointments

Date of Consultation... . Practitioners Signature. Clients Signature... Tutors Signature

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General Client Introduction / Profile

Practitioners Signature ..Date. Tutors Signature..Date.

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FOOT ANALYSIS

RIGHT FOOT Colour Texture Muscle Tone Flat Foot High Arch Skin Condition Hard Skin Skeletal Deformities Toe Nails Infections Any Other

LEFT FOOT

Date of Consultation... Practitioners Signature. Tutors Signature

CONSENT TO BE A CASE STUDY

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(To be retained by tutor and shown to examiner before the practical exam)
Name (Mr, Mrs, Miss, Ms) Address

I have agreed to be a case study for.a Student Therapist in. I have undertaken a full consultation and completed the lifestyle questionnaire prior to treatment, which is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I have obtained medical consent from my G.P. to have this treatment. I have not obtained medical consent from my G.P. to have this treatment. I agree to notify the practitioner of any change in my medical condition. I have had the therapy explained to me.

Further information I wish to give my practitioner

Practitioners Signature..Date.. Clients Signature Date. Tutors Signature..Date

Treatment Areas
Diaphragm / Solar Plexus

Treatment 1

Treatment 2
20

Treatment 3

Treatment 4

Treatment 5
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Head & Brain Front of Neck / Throat Back of Neck Occipital Ear Point / Mastoid Process Temple Pituitary Pineal Gland / Hypothalamus Sinuses / Cranial Nerves Teeth Lymphatics of Head & Neck Eyes Ears Eustachian Tube Balance Shoulder Lymphatics Thyroid Parathyroids Thymus Oesophagus Trachea Chest / Lungs Shoulder Girdle / Scapula Upper Abdomen Cardiac Area Spleen Stomach/Pancreas/Duodenum Lower Abdomen/Small Intestine Lower Back / Pelvis Sciatic Nerve Spine Shoulder/Elbow/Hip/Knee/Lower Back Rectum/Anus Kidneys/Ureters Bladder/Urethra Ovaries/Testes Fallopian Tubes / Vas Deferens Lymphatic/Inguinals/Pelvic Area Breast/Mammary glands Colon Solar Plexus Date of each Treatment Practitioner's Signature for each treatment Tutor's Signature for each treatment

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