Nationally Recognised Training
Benefits of Reflexology
The efficacy of reflexology to treat a variety of health conditions has been extensively researched in China and Europe. In the last ten years Reflexology has also become a mainstream complementary therapy in Australia. Reflexologists work in nursing homes, hospitals, businesses and mine sites – and many health funds give rebates for reflexology services.
Most people find reflexology deeply relaxing at a physical, mental and emotional level, thus allowing the body’s healing mechanisms to function more effectively. The proven benefits of reflexology include improved immunity, mental clarity, sleep quality, improved digestion and bowel function, increased circulation and detoxification. A variety of health conditions have been shown to have improved with Reflexology.
Course Progression
Students who complete this qualification are eligible for credit transfer into Certificate IV in Massage Therapy, Diploma of Remedial Massage and Diploma of Aromatherapy.
Career Prospects
Articulation
For students who complete this course articulation is available into the following courses with Edith Cowan University:
- Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
- Bachelor of Counselling
For more information please see www.ecu.edu.au or http://apps.wcms.ecu.edu.au/advanced-standing/search
Professional Recognition
- Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS)
- Reflexology Association of Australia (RAA)
For more information about this course or the individual unit outcomes, you can go to www.training.gov.au and search for training components.
This course requires a minimum of 120 hours of supervised clinic experience.
CHCCOM006 Establish and manage client relationships
Describes the skills and knowledge to establish and manage professional on-to-one relationships with clients in the context of providing an ongoing health service or intervention.
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
Describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
Describes the skills and knowledge required to research information about compliance and ethical practice responsibilities, and then develop and monitor policies and procedures to meet those responsibilities.
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and enhance own practice through a process of reflection and ongoing professional development.
CHCPRP005 Engage with health professionals and the health system
Describes the skills and knowledge required to work within the health care system and engage effectively with other health professionals, including writing referral reports.
HLTAAP003 Analyse and respond to client health information
Describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse client health information and then to plan appropriate health services within scope of own role. It requires an in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
HLTAID003 Provide first aid
Describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty.
HLTINF004 Manage the prevention and control of infection
Describes the skills and knowledge required to develop, implement and monitor infection prevention and control systems and procedures in work contexts where health and personal care services are provided.
HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety
Describes the skills and knowledge required to establish, maintain and evaluate work health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures and programs in the relevant work area, according to WHS legislative requirements.
HLTREF001 Develop reflexology practice
Describes the skills and knowledge required to establish the foundations of reflexology practice, evaluate what makes a sustainable practice and then to develop an approach to own practice.
HLTREF002 Provide reflexology for relaxation
Describes the skills and knowledge required to gather client information, prepare equipment for reflexology, make observations of the feet and then select and use basic reflexology techniques and sequences based on information and observations.
HLTREF003 Perform reflexology health assessments
Describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the therapeutic needs of clients through the lens of a reflexology diagnostic framework. It requires the ability to gather client information, perform a physical assessment and bring information together to develop a reflexology treatment plan.
HLTREF004 Provide therapeutic reflexology treatments
Describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide therapeutic reflexology treatments based on the outcomes of an existing health assessment and treatment plan.
HLTREF005 Adapt reflexology approaches to meet specific needs
Describes the skills and knowledge required to adapt assessment and treatment strategies to meet the needs of clients of different genders and at different stages of life. It also includes the requirement to be able to identify and respond to other specific needs with which the practitioner may be unfamiliar.
HLTREF006 Monitor and evaluate reflexology treatments
Describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and evaluate therapeutic reflexology treatments, both from an individual client and whole of practice perspective.
BSBSMB404 Undertake small business planning
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice
Describes the skills and knowledge required to establish the information need, gather information and critically analyse the information for relevance to own work.
CHCPRP002 Collaborate in professional practice
Describes the skills and knowledge required to establish, implement and evaluate collaborative practice.
HLTMSG001 Develop massage practice
Describes the skills and knowledge required to establish the foundations of massage practice, evaluate what makes a sustainable practice and then to develop an approach to own practice.
HLTMSG002 Assess client massage needs
Describes the skills and knowledge required to gather client information, make a physical assessment of the body and determine massage treatment options.
HLTMSG004 Provide massage treatments
Describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide massage treatments using a defined range of techniques and sequences.
The information above is correct at the time of publishing. However, all programs may be subject to ongoing review by AAOWT to ensure compliance. For units being offered in any semester, contact AAOWT Program Support Team.
AAOWT Diploma courses have been accepted as a pathway to the following Edith Cowan University qualifications:
Diploma of Aromatherapy HLT52315
Bachelor Arts (Psychology)
Bachelor of Counselling
Diploma of Reflexology HLT52515
Bachelor Arts (Psychology)
Bachelor of Counselling
Diploma of Remedial Massage HLT52015
Bachelor Arts (Psychology)
Bachelor of Counselling
Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science)
Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science and Rehabilitation)
Diploma of Beauty Therapy SHB50115
Bachelor Arts (Psychology)
Bachelor of Counselling
International students who have completed studies at AAOWT will be individually assessed for English requirements.
Advanced standing (like successful RPL) will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
AAOWT graduate looking to further your studies in these areas can now have a direct pathway.

