Today, with continued growth in the Complementary Health Sector, there are established training centres in London, Bristol, Taunton, Nottingham, Sheffield and Scotland, looked after by our Regional Directors, who are all qualified reflexologists and teachers. The Institute's motto is 'Dedicated to Professional Standards' and offers one year diploma training courses to Practitioner level, which consist of six two-day modules, linked to a home study programme. In other words, reflexology is not a subject that can be learned purely on a distance learning basis. Each module includes anatomy and physiology relevant to a reflexologist, as well as practical sessions in which the various skills and techniques of reflexology are demonstrated and practised under close supervision. Assessment of each student's progress is continuous and is undertaken in a friendly and helpful way.
All teaching is supported by audio visual aids.
Our students come from a variety of backgrounds, many finding themselves in stressful work environments and wishing to change career direction. This study year often opens the door for personal development and a rise in confidence and self-esteem. A few will inevitably move abroad and benefit from their International qualification. Qualified Practitioners also benefit from the Institute's referral services and friendly help line. In the summer of 1998 the Institute was pleased to receive the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council's accreditation and at the end of November 2000, this award was renewed.