Gladden Therapy Training are a CMA (Complementary Medical Association) registered college and training provider. This means that we have the Prestige of Belonging to the CMA – recognised by the public and doctors alike as the leading organisation in the field of ethical, professional complementary Medicine. GTT are insured by Balens for Training and Certificating.

REFLEXOLOGY, Certified Practitioner Diploma (home study version).

~You can start anytime you want, as this course is Home Study (Correspondence Course, Distance Learning).
~Can be studied from anywhere, INTERNATIONALLY, US, Europe etc.
~Comprehensively covers the subject and 'The Practising Therapist' in depth, therefore suitable for absolute beginners, as well as experienced therapists.

ADVANCED option available. You have the choice of 3 questions, to write an article/thesis/dissertation/essay, to recieve an ADVANCED PRACTITIONER DIPLOMA. This is £75 extra (or only £45 if enrolled on at the same time as your course).

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COURSE FEE:
~Your first course with us: £149. $238. 169 Euros.
(Deposit of £50 to reserve your place, balance of £99 when you want to start. Or full balance to start straight away).
Click here to go to SHOP PAGE to pay your deposit or in full.

~Your second and subsequent home study courses with us: Only £99. $158. 112 Euros. For subsequent courses you only need to do Segments 2 & 3. (Unless course price is otherwise stated).

Payment options: cheque, postal order, PayPal or bank transfer. (Payment plan available, please email for details.)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
None, this course is suitable for beginners, as well as practicing therapists.

On completion of this course you will be:

• entitled to add the letters “G.T.T. Dip. (name of course)” after your name.
• qualified in your chosen therapy, enabling you to practice professionally.
• confident and have in depth knowledge of your chosen subject.
• able to gain insurance, therefore being covered to charge clients’ money for treatments. You will be introduced to recommended insurer details in the course. (It is your responsibility to gain suitable insurance, or to check with your current insurer that they cover your chosen therapy. It is advised that non UK residents check course suitablity for the country they wish to practise in.)

COURSE FORMAT:

• Work at your own pace, take a break if life gets too busy. There are no time limits.
• Blended learning -various learning methods and styles to keep things fresh and interesting.
  Segment 1 is via email, Segment 2 online, Segment 3 is mainly practical.
• You will receive Segments 1 & 2 at the beginning, so you may work through one at a time, or work on them concurrently.
• Revision questions at the end of each module.
• You will be allocated your own Personal Tutor, receive on-going tutor support and feedback for each module.
• Complete 3 case studies to consolidate your learning and practice your skills, as well as for reflection and development.
• Optional practical workshops for some subjects.

COURSE SYLLABUS:

All courses are in 3 segments:
For your first course with us you will do all 3 segments. For subsequent courses you only need to do segments 2 & 3.

SEGMENT 1: PRACTISING PROFESSIONALLY
(Can be studied concurrently with Segment 2 if you wish.)
-This segment is studied via email, with revision questions at the end of each module.

Module 1: The Practicing Therapist
-Taking care of yourself: grounding, balancing, protecting and cleansing your energy body
-Meditation & visualisation scripts, and exercises, for the therapist
-The Therapy Room
-Professional Ethics

Module 2: Anatomy & Physiology Primer
-Traditional A & P basics
-The Energy Body: Chakras, Aura, Meridians

Module 3: Legalities
- Health & Safety
- Insurance for the therapist, recommend insurer details
- Becoming self-employed, checklist

SEGMENT 2: THE SUBJECT MATERIAL
(Can be studied concurrently with Segment 1 if you wish.)
-This segment is studied online.
-In depth coverage of the subject.
-Uses a range resource of materials.

If you're interested in learning to solve many health problems in a natural way taking   this course is the solution. In this course students will: 1.) Learn about reflexology with a brief historical look and an exploration of an reflexology session such as what to expect, common techniques, client conditions, and practicing guidelines. 2.) Become familiar the areas of the hands and feet that anyone practicing the art of Reflexology will need to know. 3.) Discover and practice reflexology tips and techniques (such as the 8 relaxation techniques used before each session). 4.) Discuss and practice the ten different treatment patterns that are performed for full foot reflexology. 5.) Discuss and practice basics of full hand reflexology, as well as a deeper insight into the workings of the specific body systems and some of their common disorders.

Anyone who's interested in learning about reflexology and how to perform reflexology treatments is welcome to enroll in this class. This course will not require you to have previous experience in any particular area but you should have a high school reading level. No books will be required.

Did you know that up to 75% of all health problems are linked to stress? Would you be interested in learning to solve many health problems in a natural way? Reflexology is a therapy using gentle pressure and manipulation of feet or hands in the belief that pressure applied to specific points can benefit other body systems.   How would you like to easily build Reflexology into your life and reduce stress?  In this self-paced online course you will discover the art of reflexology and learn to apply the techniques.

  Through 8 relaxation techniques, you will be taught how to perform reflexology treatments like a professional plus learn the art of working with your hands, the different patterns used in a full foot reflexology session and working reflex areas in the hand to target specific body systems.

  Perhaps you would like to learn how to perform reflexology on family or friends? Perhaps you are thinking of pursuing a career in reflexology or another medically related field that requires an understanding of anatomy and physiology? You have found the right place!   Let your fingers do the walking.

Learning Outcomes
By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

• Define reflexology.
• Summarize the basics of human anatomy in relation to reflexology techniques.
• Review and put into use reflexology charts.
• Describe the zones and demonstrate using reflexology techniques.
• Describe reflexology use for common ailments.
• Demonstrate full hand reflexology.
• Demonstrate full foot reflexology.
• Describe various approaches to reflexology.
• Summarize setting up a reflexology session.
• Describe practicing reflexology.

Lesson 1: What is Reflexology? Reflexology is the technique of manipulating reflex points that correspond to specific organs and body parts found within the feet and hands.

Lesson 2: Anatomy Basics Knowing how and why the body functions and how to encourage circulation and healing is a major goal of reflexology.

Lesson 3: Understanding Reflexology Charts Understanding the precise locations of key reflex areas or points to work on is essential to effective treatments. Several charts that display aspects of both hand and foot zones and reflex areas are offered in this lesson.

Lesson 4: Zones and Techniques The study of reflexology divides the body into energy zones, five of each located on each side of the body.

Lesson 5: Reflexology and Common Ailments There's a difference between a massage that one enjoys in a spa for relief from muscle strain caused by stress, overwork or hard play and the manipulation on energy zones, nerve and lymph pathways accessed during a reflexology treatment

Lesson 6: Full Hand Reflexology We will now discuss and practice basics of full hand reflexology, as well as a deeper insight into the workings of the specific body systems and some of their common disorders.

Lesson 7: Full Foot Reflexology We will now discuss and practice the ten different treatment patterns you'll need to perform full foot reflexology.

Lesson 8: Various Approaches to Reflexology For those who have gained experience in the various pressure points and massage techniques explored in earlier lessons, taking reflexology a bit further is often a great way not only to expand your own knowledge base, but also to offer clients different a

Lesson 9: Setting Up a Reflexology Session When it comes to developing your own reflexology business, there are many things to remember that go way beyond the pressure point or massage techniques that you utilize.

Lesson 10: Practicing Reflexology We will finish up this course with information that will help provide you with answers to legal requirements and the basics of setting up your own reflexology business.

SEGMENT 3: CASE STUDIES
Putting it all together in preparation for case studies. Experiental exercises and practical work.
--This segment is mainly practical.

• The Client
  -Benefits of this treatment
  -Contra-indications, contra-actions
  -Client Consultation Form
  -Post treatment advice
• The Techniques and Methods
• The Treatment Plan, Session Template.
• Case Studies