Reflexology Bridging Courses

What is a Bridging Course

If you have taken a reflexology course which is not accredited by the AoR, the UK's largest reflexology membership organisation, you may need to take a bridging course. In the first instance you should contact the AoR at www.aor.org.uk. Some courses are acceptable to the AoR, some are acceptable subject to a practical assessment and some require briding. If the AoR tell you that you should complete a bridging course, please read on.

How does Bridging Work?

The process starts with an initial assessment, where any weaknesses either in A&P, reflexology theory or reflexology practice are identified. The teaching sessions you would need to attend are then agreed. These will generally would existing sessions run primarily for diploma students but some one to one sessions may be agreed. sessions.

Once you have completed the additional sessions you would need to take the ABC written exam and a formal practical assessment will be carried out.

You will also need to submit 60 treatments written up as case studies, 30 of which can be from your original course, 30 of which need to be completed during the bridging course.

Bridging Course Requirements Summary

In summary, the bridging course has the following requirements:-

• Minimum case studies: 30 treatments comprising at least 3 case studies and evidence of a total of 60 treatments.
• A minimum of 1 supervised clinical reflexology practical session using non-students.
• Final examination to take place after completion of minimum course requirements.
• Minimum hours of 40 hours and a total contact teaching of all certificated reflexology study of 100 hours minimum.
• Minimum length of course 3 months and a total contact teaching time of all certified reflexology study of 9 months

Who is this course for?

This course is for reflexologists with a qualification not currently recongised by the AoR who wish to become members of the AoR. Candidates must be a minimum of 19 years old.

Cost of Training

The cost of the bridging course is #480, which is roughly a third of the cost of the full diploma. However, as a bridging student you would be able to attend as many teaching sessions as you like. Many bridging students find it useful to attend sessions on subjects they already know because as you have to take the examination at the end of the course, it does help to understand exactly the level of detail required for the examination.

Additional Costs

In addition the following costs will be incurred by the student:-

• #36 for AoR student membership
• #72 ABC Awarding Body examination fee  
• Reflexology books
• Uniform - White T-shirt, trousers and shoes
• Consumables (cornstarch, towels, etc. to allow you to carry out treatments at home).
• Reflexology couch and chair
• First Aid Course. Courses specifically designed for therapists will be run by Calming Influences. For more details select this link: [First Aid for Therapists] However, any Appointed Persons course is acceptable.

How Do I Apply?

If you are interested in applying for this course, in the first instance please contact the AoR to confirm you are eligable for bridging. Once you have done this, please contact Jackie James, the Course Principal for an informal discussion. Jackie is always happy to answer any queries and can be contacted by telephone on 02380 463438 and via e_mail on training@calminginfluences.com.

* Note: The use of M.A.R. is dependent on full membership of the AoR