International Maternity Reflexology Level 5 Course – Fertility & Pregnancy (IPHM)

This advanced course in Maternity & Fertility Reflexology for the Complementary Therapist qualification will provide a route with advanced technical skills for Level 3 reflexologist's or equivalent. This qualification is designed to give you the essential knowledge to assist you to provide advanced therapeutic skills in Maternity & Fertility Reflexology.

COURSE CONTENT

1. INTRODUCTION

2. HEALTH, SAFETY & HYGIENE

• In this section of the course, you will learn essential best practices for maintaining a safe and hygienic environment as a therapist. This includes proper hand hygiene cleanliness, equipment sanitization and personal protective measures to ensure the well-being of both the therapist and the client, promoting professional and safe treatment experience.

3. CODE OF ETHICS

• Client care and communication section of this course, you’ll discuss the importance of building strong, trusting relationship with your clients. This section covers effective communication techniques, active listening, client consultation and how to tailor treatments to meet individual needs. You’ll learn how to deliver exceptional client care, ensuring positive and personalized experience from consultation to follow-up.‍

This course is classroom based only and comprises of 3 Units

UNIT 1 

• Fertility, Pregnancy & Labour
• Reflexology and the Female Organs
• Hormones of Fertility & Pregnancy
• Pregnancy Stages
• Stance and Gait of a pregnant woman
• Labour & Delivery 
• Complications of Pregnancy & Labour
• Reproductive Disorders

UNIT 2 

• Contraindications
• Lesser-known reflexology techniques
• What you can and cannot do
• Systems relating to reflexology
• Lymphatic Drainage Techniques
• Client Care
• Physical & Emotional Effects
• Infertility 
• Disorders of Fertility including causes

UNIT 3

• Infertility centres
• Introduction to the incoming baby
• Introduction to birthing
• Birthing support and being prepared
• Preparation
• Labour day
• Reflexology techniques for priming labour
• Trigger points
• Preparation for presentation

COURSE FORMAT

• 4 Case studies
• 4 Assignments
• 5 Pieces of Homework
• 1 Presentation

• PowerPoint Presentations 
• Multiple choice questions throughout course
• PDF download of notes to support the practical work
• PDF downloads of other supporting materials

Mandatory 

• CPR/First Aid Course Certificate
• No long nails or nail polish
• Reflexology Chair or Massage Table

This course is for Certified Reflexologists and qualifications must be available for verification. Recommended Prior Learning (RPL)