Pregnancy is a wonderful time for most women, but during the 40 weeks there are many changes occurring, both externally and internally. Although it is a joyful experience it can also be a challenging and stressful time. The mother's body is changing quickly to meet the needs of the growing child. This is a time when she starts to think more about her health and getting fit and well. This is where the Complementary Health Practitioner comes into action!
As a Complementary Practitioner, it is vital to be fully educated and trained to have a full understanding about Pregnancy before working on anyone who is pregnant, particularly with the impending changes in standards and regulations within the industry. This includes learning all about the incredible changes in the anatomy and physiology that occurs throughout the 9 months, and also about any contraindications to treatments.
The new Maternity Reflexology Practitioner Diploma course will give you the full confidence and training to become a competent Maternity Reflexology Practitioner.
Pregnancy is one of the most exciting times of change for a woman, but doesn’t come without its problems. Maternity Reflexology is tailored to care for the mind, body and spirit of mum and new baby. This can start as early as preconception, and then is carried out through pregnancy, labour and the post-natal period.
Reflexology, is a safe and practical therapy for pregnant women. It can help to energise, harmonise and balance giving a healthier pregnancy. It has also been said that it can help give a shorter, easier labour/delivery and recovery after the birth.
Many midwives and other birth professionals are now incorporating reflexology into their practice as a gentle and effective way of helping relax the labouring woman, to ease pain and calm anxiety - either on its own or alongside conventional methods of pain relief.
This Diploma course will help you to learn about how to adapt your reflexology treatments throughout each stage of pregnancy and learn about all contraindications and physiological changes associated with pregnancy. You will gain a greater understanding about how reflexology can be safely used to aid and support all women during this important time.
During the course you will cover the following:
. Pregnancy – Physiological/anatomical and emotional changes to mother during 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester
· How foetus develops during all 3 trimesters
· Fertility and conception – how, problems and causes, allopathic treatments, complementary support.
· Endocrine and reproductive cycles in full
· Spine and pelvis revision – bones and muscles
· Contraindications to complementary treatment during pregnancy
· Benefits and general contraindications to treatments
· Reflexology and fertility
· Adapting reflexology for pregnancy, including positioning and length of treatments for each trimester
· General pregnancy contraindications to treatment
· Specific pregnancy conditions – areas to work and to avoid
· Labour reflexology
· Postnatal reflexology
· Practical work throughout and quizzes
· Holistic Support – including other complementary therapies
This course is designed as an advanced diploma open to qualified Reflexology Therapists. A diploma certificate will be issued following completed course work and exams.
The new Maternity Reflexology Practitioner Diploma course will give you the full confidence and training to become a competent Maternity Reflexology Practitioner, in line with the impending changes in standards and regulations within the industry.
You will feel fully informed to confidently treat any pregnant client, and be aware of any complications and reasons for not treating.
The Diploma will also be highly beneficial if you want to approach NHS and private hospitals, Birthing Centres and GP Surgeries, as it will show your commitment to further training and education as a specialist in your field.
Association of Reflexologists (AoR) accreditation and CPD points.
To assess the understanding of the subject students will be required to sit a Written exam Paper based on the above subject matter.
In addition students will be required to submit, within six months of the last day of the course:
. a project on a particular aspect of Pregnancy. The project must have a minimum word count of 2000 and be correctly referenced.
. Complete and present a portfolio of Case Studies – a minimum of 20 treatments over 4-6 clients.
. Complete Home Study for assessment.
Course fees include:
All course tuition A comprehensive set of notes Light Refreshments throughout the day
Two weekends:
March 6th and 7th & 27th and 28th 2010 - THIS IS FULL
Two weekends:
October 16th/17th & 30th/31st 2010
Two weekends:
January 22nd/23rd & March 5th/6th 2011 - NOTE: there has been a change to the dates.
Please note: Therapists who have completed the Maternity Massage Practitioner Diploma will be exempt from the first weekend of this course and the course fees will be discounted accordingly.
Contact us with any questions or to book. The October course can be booked online at www.mscm.co.uk, under the "Courses and Workshops" section. Also take a look here to see what past students say about the course.
