The college and tutor's teaching insurance covers you for all eventualities but you are also required to join The Association of Reflexologists, the largest UK reflexology membership body, who will support you throughout your training with quarterly magazines, monthly newletters, student meetings and many other benefits including personal student insurance through Alan Boswell that also covers your equipment.

CRC is proud to be an AoR Gateway training centre.

Assessment is on-going as your assignments and case studies build into detailed Portfolios of Evidence. There are in-class practical assessments but no theory exam to stress over!

Because this is a Level 5 course, the work that you produce will need to be presented in an academic format complete with Harvard Referencing, critical analysis and evaluation and reflection. If you have had any further or higher education this will really help, however there are full instructions, explanations and examples to help those less experienced in higher education and the writing of reports and essays. There is a comprehensive home study programme and ideally you need to be able to dedicate a minimum of 12 hours per week to your case study work and home assignments. You can still work alongside training if you are organised and motivated.

Learners must be at least 18 years of age to undertake this qualification.
There are no formal academic qualifications required for learners to embark on this qualification, but prospective learners must be aware of the level of learning and assessment expectations before commencing the course.

Consideration for suitability is dependent upon academic ability, life skills, work skills and experiences. All applicants are expected to attend a Zoom or in person interview following an on-line application to ensure that full information related to course content, course requirements and level and coverage of subject matter content are provided and understood before a formal offer of admission is given. Essential attributes include a caring nature, a love for helping people with a hands-on approach and a desire to learn, plus the motivation you need to progress and develop. However as there is a lot of writing/typing, good spelling and grammar is needed and human biology or prior anatomy and physiology knowledge is very helpful.

You will also need good basic computer skills because work is normally typed and submitted by email. We do recognise that everyone learns in a different way at a different pace so there is provision if you fall behind when life "takes over" as it can do from time to time. When you sign up for the course we expect full commitment for the whole course, in both attendance and achievement, so think carefully and research your options. If you have any doubts about your capability or suitability for this course or are not sure if the course is right for you, then please telephone for a chat before you apply. We encourage a thorough investigation of this course and our Tutors before you make your decision. In turn we need to be sure that you have the determination to complete the course. Following a successful meeting you will formally be offered a place, in writing, on the next available course. You will then be asked to complete a registration form and asked to pay your booking fee. A college Welcome Pack is then emailed to you and your journey begins!

To help you to feel fully confident in setting yourself up in practice, towards the end of the course we cover marketing and help you to prepare your business plan. The Business Planning for Reflexologists unit is to Level 4.

When you have successfully completed the course and received your certificates there is further support from the college through post-graduate Continuing Professional Development Courses (CPD) and you can join the Government approved regulatory body called the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) that promotes reflexology to the public. You can also choose your Association that supports you throughout your career and provides you with a professional code of ethics and conduct. The Association of Reflexologists (AoR) is the largest UK Reflexology membership body for reflexologists trained to all levels. The AoR has an unparalleled level of support and resources to tap into and favourable insurance rates through Alan Boswell.

Most graduates start by incorporating Reflexology into their existing working lives and gradually build up a workable practice before going fully self-employed. Employment opportunities are becoming more prevalent and this can be within the NHS, especially in the Oncology and Fertility units. Companies looking to reduce absenteeism and improve employee wellbeing are finding Reflexology to be highly effective in preventing workers from becoming ill, and in helping those off sick to return to work quicker. Increased productivity and profits are the result as companies see real value in investing in the care of their workforce. Level 5 graduates when they present their Certificates and comprehensive Portfolios of evidence shine way above the Level 3 less academic and often shorter courses. Nursing homes and care homes are also looking to offer Reflexology to their residents and CRC graduates are also working in Hospices and in Fertility Clinics. Midwives can use their reflexology skills on labour wards with great success.