Hand Reflexology
Level 3
 
Title of learning programme Hand Reflexology Programme
Programme level 3
Duration of learning programme 20 weeks x 10 hours
Total number of learning hours per programme 200*

* Please note that this is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and also how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each module there is a question paper which needs to be completed and returned to your personal tutor.

Structure
 
Module Module Title
1

Anatomy and Physiology of the Hand
2

Head and Neck Reflexes
3

Shoulder and Chest Reflexes
4

Abdomen and Lower Body Reflexes
5

Lower Body Reflexes
6

Reflexes of the Back of the Hand and the Treatment of Specific Complaints
7

The Subtle Anatomy and the Meridians
8 Colour and Reflexology
 

Learning Outcomes
 

Module 1 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Hand.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Introduce and explain the structure of the hands and wrist
LO2   Evaluate ailments which prevent complete movement in the hands and arms
LO3   Discuss your understanding of Tenosynovitis
 

Module 2 - Head and Neck Reflexes.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Examine the characteristics of the Meridian System
 

Module 3 - Shoulder and Chest Reflexes.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Analyse the method of practical application
 

Module 4 - Abdomen and Lower Body Reflexes.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Evaluate the various abdominal reflexes and their functions
LO2   Discuss the role the liver plays
LO3   Identify where bile is stored
LO4   Introduce Pepsin showing where it is produced
 

Module 5 - Lower Body Reflexes.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Introduce the lower body reflexes and their functions
LO2   Show why the pelvis differ in the male and female
LO3   Describe the role the testes play
 

Module 6 - Reflexes of the Back of the Hand and the Treatment of Specific Complaints.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Examine areas of the body that are affected by reflexes on the back of the hand
LO2   Discuss which hormone helps in the production of milk
LO3   Summarise the lymphatic system
LO4   Identify the advantages of hand reflexology
 

Module 7 - The Subtle Anatomy and the Meridians.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Discuss the Eastern beliefs of energy
LO2   Explain the Yin and Yang concept
LO3   Identify the two main causes of stress
LO4   Summarise emotional stress showing causes
 

Module 8 - Colour and Reflexology.
On successful completion of this module the candidate will be able to:
  Learning Outcome
LO1

Summarise the characteristics and importance of colour in reflexology
LO2   Describe three spectrum colours showing their therapeutic advantages
LO3   Evaluate how diseases in our body are effected by colour

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