Courses

Please find below information about the courses run by Calming Influences. For more information about each course, please click on the course name. Long courses may be paid for in installments via standing order. All fees are non refundable but courses may be deferred by agreement with Calming Influences.

Qualification Courses

FHT Accredited Fasttrack Aromatherapy £2,700

This level 3 FHT Accredited fast-track course will course complies with the national occupational standards and is suitable as a first qualification. It is delivered by a mixture of practical and remote sessions and includes both essential oil and massage modules. This will be the last aromatherapy course offered by Calming Influences. Face to Face Dates: 18th/19th May, 15th Sept, plus practical 2 x half day pratical tutorials and 3 x assessments which will be arranged individually.

To complete the course you need 60 case study treatments, two multi-choice tests, evidence folder required and 3 practical assessments. Following this course you may gain insurance and practice professionally.

£350 deposit required to secure your place with the remaining fees paid monthly by standing order over 7 months.

Discount for existing therapists with a valid anatomy and physiology certificate, business and massage massage certificates. Online elements of the course can be started at any time with the practical sessions starting in May. This is the last aromatherapy course which will be offered by Calming Influences.

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Continuing Professional Development Courses

Reflexology Supporting the Menopausal client £164

This comprehensive blended course is perfect if you are looking to help women who are approaching or going through the menopause and struggling with menopausal symptoms. As well as including evidence-based information about menopause and many useful links, this course focuses on gaining an in-depth understanding of the body's hormonal system and utilizes specialized reflexology protocols to address each of the common menopausal symptoms.

This course is for qualified reflexology practitioners and as well as 14 online modules and videos of all techniques and reflexology protocols, includes either a face-to-face or Zoom tutorial to ensure personalised guidance is provided to each student, techniques are checked and any student questions answered. Click for more information or you can book directly on our online platform by clicking here

Reflexology Naturally Supporting Fertility £154

The course is for qualified reflexology practitioners, and comprises a one day workshop, online preparation work, and case studies or an assignment.

There are many different reflexology courses looking at reflexology and fertility, but this course takes a natural approach. Just reflexology is really good at helping clients to fall pregnant. In this course you will discover why this is, take you through the physical and emotional journey couples go through, learn about assisted conception tecniques and and also learn some new reflexology techniques to enhance your treatment of clients wanting to conceive. This course focusses on the endocrine system and the effect of stress body hormones.

The course both helps you understand the journey to conception, as well as giving you more confidence treating pregnant clients, including specific guidance on areas to work for some of the symptoms of pregnancy and some of the conditions, such as PCOS, which can have an impact on fertility.

New this year, this course also includes details of the research studies which have been carried out in this area.

Case studies required - 2 people x 3 treatments. You are required to complete a workbook before the practical session. Click here for more information about this course.

Using Reflexology Wands face-to-face £145

Do you ever find that clients want you to work more deeply than you find comfortable? Or do you find your thumbs and fingers are a little sore at the end of the day? If so, this is the course for you. You use the wands for only the parts of your treatment you need to. The course teaches you how to use Reflexology Wands, as part of your reflexology treatment to increase your pressure, or just to make the treatment a little easier on your hands. Really importantly, this is still reflexology, you can still feel the reflexes, and you only use the wands for part of the treatment where they are most useful. Learn over 10 different ways of incorporating the wands within your treatment making the wands suitable for working a wide variety of reflexes and areas of the foot.

On the course we also cover foot wrapping using bamboo squares which really reduces washing compared to using towels and provides a lovely alternative way of cosseting the feet.

This FHT accredited course is suitable for qualified reflexologists and those students who are nearing the end of their course.

Using Reflexology Wands blended £115

This blended contains all of the information within the face-to-face course and shows you how to use each seperate technique using videos. Once you have completed the online course you can book your individual tutorial to answer any questions you have and check your technique. Tutorials can either be via Zoom or can be carried out face-to-face in Bursledon, Southampton. This course can be booked directly on our online platform by clicking here.

Facial Reflexology Face-to-Face course £156

This course is for qualified reflexology practitioners and is available face to face in Bursledon. 12 case study treatments required plus a workbook as well as a small amount of preparation work. Click here for more information about this course

Facial Reflexology Blended course£149

This blended course is available to start at any time. As well as completion of all online materials and a workbook, students must attend a 90-minute practical tutorial, either face-to-face in Bursledon, or via Zoom, to check their technique and answer any questions they have. Tutorials are booked individually. This must be completed before the student starts their 12 case study treatments. For more information about this course Click here or to book onto this course directly access the Calming Influences remote learning platform which is avaiable by clicking here

This is an FHT accredited course

Essential Oils Practitioners Certificate - Introduction £320

Sunday 15th September

The Essential Oils Practitioner Certificate - Introduction takes 14 essential oils and shows therapists how to use them to produce a blend specifically for their client using the essential oils covered in the course.

This course comprises a one day face to face blending workshop, and online content which can be started at any time. Click here for more information about this FHT accredited course

Essential oils practitioners Certificate £1020

Sunday 15th September

The Essential oils practitioners certificate, is for reflexologists who wish to use the full range of aromatherapy oils taught in the L3 Aromatherapy diploma, within their reflexology treatments, as well as providing aromatherapy blends for their clients.

Attendance and online course required for both courses. This course is fully insurable by Alan Boswell, the AoR's insurers.

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Healthy Eating for the complementary therapist £160

This Calming Influences 10 week on line courses available for you to start now! This course gives you a enhanced understanding of nutrition and allows you to provide more comprehensive healthy eating advice to your clients. To book your place directly on our online platform click here.

A Calming Influences certificate will be issued on successful completion of the course workbook.

Diseases of the Older Client £55

Modules include : Heart problems, Diabetes, Cancer, COPD, Arthritis, Parkinsons, Alzheimers, Skin, Foot changes and comorbidities. This course includes general information which is useful whatever therapy you practice. You can sign up for this online course directly on our online platform by clicking here

Refresher courses

Reflexology Refresher course £320

This course is designed to help you return to reflexology, refreshing your technique and your reflexology knowledge. Includes information, videos, and a Zoom or in-person tutorial.

Click here to enrol directly on our online platform.

Anatomy and Physiology refresher £290

Did you know that if you achieved your reflexology diploma more than 10 years ago, the amound of anatomy and physiology within your course would have been much less than is provided now to new students. Even if you completed your diploma within the last 10 years with your experience of your own practice you may benefit from an anatomy refresher. Click here for more information.

Business module refresher £42

If you would like to refresh your business module, this is the course for you. This course includes information on GDPR, being a data controller and music licencing. All key information to help you run your business. Click here for more information.

Complementary therapy module refresher £65

Understanding other complementary therapies ensures that you ask the right questions to avoid any conflicts between their ongoing treatments and the therapies you provide. For example, if a client is receiving acupuncture, does that impact the reflexology treatment you are planning to administer. Similarly, if a client is undergoing homeopathy treatments, you may need to consider if this causes any issues with your aromatherapy treatment or the homeopathy they are also receiving. A comprehensive understanding of various complementary therapies can also boost your credibility with clients. There are many therapies being offered, but if a client is receiving a common therapy, you are not familiar with, such as iridology, then your knowledge of the complementary therapy industry may be questioned. This course also includes links to research on therapies where they are available. Click here for more information.

Diseases of the Older Client £55

Just for Fun course

Essential Oils Blending Workshop £132

Sunday 15th September

This course is for anybody who would like to know more about using essential oils. You do not need any prior knowledge in order to attend. During this one day course not only will you learn about some lovely essential oils but you will come away with some aromatherapy gifts you have made yourself using essential oils chosen by you for you.

To book this course any of the courses below please complete an application form and send with full payment.