Overview
This intensive 2-day course is designed for qualified reflexologists looking to enhance their skills in cancer and supportive care settings. With a strong emphasis on practical application, you’ll learn to adapt reflexology techniques to safely and effectively support patients when traditional methods may not be suitable or are contraindicated. While key theoretical concepts will be covered, the focus is on building confidence and competence through hands-on learning.
Our tutors bring over 25 years of combined experience working directly with patients at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust and other cancer and supportive care settings. They also have extensive expertise across various therapeutic disciplines within the healthcare, charity and private sectors, ensuring you benefit from their comprehensive knowledge and practical insights.
Key information
Delivery type
Classroom - The Education Centre, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, 550 Wilmslow Road, Manchester, M20 4BX
Delivery style
Classroom-based learning with theory, discussion and practical application
Duration
2 days
Experience level
Qualified practitioners
Course tutors
Anita Mehrez and Sarah Wilkins
Who is it for?
Applicants must hold a minimum UK Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology, or equivalent, with a Level 3 certificate in Anatomy and Physiology. A minimum of one year of professional therapeutic experience is required, with supporting evidence. Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirement may be reviewed by the Integrative Therapies Training Unit on a case-by-case basis. All applicants must provide qualification evidence upon booking confirmation.
Learning outcomes
- Understand the rationale for adapted reflexology in cancer and supportive care.
- Adapt reflexology safely for clients with complex or life-threatening conditions.
- Recognise considerations across active treatment, survivorship and end-of-life care.
- Build confidence delivering person-centred reflexology support.
Why choose this programme?
This course enables reflexologists to extend their practice safely into cancer and supportive care with practical, adaptable and person-centred approaches.
How to book/learn more
You can book this course on Eventbrite.
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