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Are you considering a practical, ‘hands on’ career in the natural therapies but not sure where to start? Reflexology may be just the thing, offering you the chance to assist patients with an effective healing technique that is based on stimulating the body’s innate ability to heal itself. For some advice and insights into the therapy ntpages caught up with Endeavour College of Natural Health’s Director of Education Dr. Nick Vardaxis, for an insight into study options in reflexology.
What are the primary benefits of reflexology?
“Reflexology can be viewed as a cousin of massage, and offers similar benefits in offering relief from pain and enhancing relaxation. This is all achieved using manipulation of specific aspects of a patient’s hands and feet which activate pathways to encourage healing and recuperation. Reflexology has proved useful in treating conditions including infertility, hormonal imbalances, sleep disorders, PMS and headaches. It has also helped treat children with ADHD and babies with earaches, colic and gum pain.”
What options are there at Endeavour College for someone wanting to study reflexology?
“We have a Diploma course which consists of three trimesters – two of which are 13 weeks long, with a final one of eight weeks. This consists of practical and theoretical components, with a strong emphasis on ‘touch and feel.’ There is also the option to study the course online, which is more suited to students wanting a bit more flexibility in their schedule. Endeavour College of Natural Health offers Weekend Short Courses in Reflexology in Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide and a Diploma of Reflexology in Brisbane and Sydney commencing in Semester 2.”
Tell us a little about the Diploma of Reflexology?
“This course provides a graduate with the skills to become a professional reflexologist, including foundation studies in physiology, anatomy and the practical skills needed to engage in clinical practice.”
How practical is the Diploma course?
“It is extremely ‘hands on’ in the sense that there is a lot of face to face training with our staff, as well as practical exposure to treating members of the public.”
Is there a short course option?
“Yes, there is a two day short course which is great for people who want to test out a therapy and see if it is for them.”
Are your courses accredited?
“Absolutely, our Certificate and Diploma courses are all accredited by the relevant Federal and State boards, and we develop our courses in conjunction with the appropriate professional associations, who input on the content and structure of each course.”
What are the job prospects for a graduate in reflexology?
“Graduates from our Diploma course are typically ready to be employed immediately, driven by the hands on experience gained under the guidance of our experienced clinicians.”
Where would a reflexologist practice?
“Some of our graduates go into sole practice, but increasing numbers are joining health practices where clusters of natural practitioners offer a range of services.”
Is there increasing cooperation with the traditional medical establishment?
“It is Endeavour’s view that complementary medicine best serves patients when used in sync with conventional medicine. This approach offers patients the best of both fields of medical study. I believe natural therapies today are widely viewed as a valuable tool in offering relief from a range of conditions, and natural practitioners are increasingly allied with conventional medical practices.”
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