Course Information

A two year Diploma in Therapeutic Reflexology now done in a modular, credit-based system

Therapeutic Reflexology is one of the most exciting, medically orientated careers to pursue, with a huge scope of practice available to you once qualified.

The time has never been more right, nor the training so advanced and modernized as what it is today. From a financial point of view, it is also one of the most cost effective therapies in the health science sector to date.

The International Academy of Reflexology & Meridian Therapy (Pty.) Ltd. has restructured its two year Diploma in Therapeutic Reflexology into a modular, credit-based system. Each module is further divided into courses giving prospective students the option to register for each course or module individually* as opposed to restricting registration to the full year only.

*Please note that in order to receive a qualification in Therapeutic Reflexology, all the courses within the syllabus will have to be completed.

IARAMT delivers the courses in face-to-face class-mode and via Distance E-Learning with interactive CD-ROMs and web-board communication. The face-to-face classes are available in mornings or evenings and some of the courses/workshops involve either a Saturday or full weekend participation. The Distance E-Learning classes have compulsory workshops – currently only at the main Campus in Rivonia, Johannesburg.

Structure of the programme

*Note: Module 1 and Module 2 do not need to be completed in chronological order, but all courses of both modules will need to be accomplished in order to advance to the Second Year Level (Module 3 and 4).

A further description of the content of each course can be found in the prospectus.

Terms and Conditions

Admission Requirements:

In order to register as a learner at IARAMT for a Diploma course in Therapeutic Reflexology, the candidate must, at the time of the commencement of the course, be:

• In possession of a grade 12 certificate/ or equivalent (no university exemption required), or
• The learner must be at least 23 years of age, or older.
• As the primary language of instruction used at IARAMT is English, all learners must be able to understand, speak, read and write competently in English.
• IARAMT recommends and reserves the right to conduct an interview with the prospective learner, prior to granting admission to registration.
• In some instances, the prospective learner may be required to write an entrance exam should IARAMT feel this necessary. The cost for this entrance exam would be at the applicant’s expense.
• Where IARAMT is unsatisfied with the prospective learner for any reason whatsoever, admission to the institute’s learning programme may be denied.
• A privilege will be extended to those who, as a result of a disability or language barrier, are unable to complete the exam in the prescribed time. Extra time will be negotiated and put forward in writing prior.
• If necessary, Dictionaries will be allowed during written exams.

IARAMT highly encourages prospective learners to visit their nearest Campus and obtain information for the relevant course.

Recognised prior learning:

Learners, who have existing and suitable qualifications in Anatomy and Physiology, or Pathology and Patho-physiology, may request exemption from these subjects in order to complete the qualification.

The RPL qualification cannot be older than 5 years or a proof of updates must be given. Please note that you will need to apply in writing with the relevant supporting documentation of current qualifications attached thereto. Once a decision has been made, you will be advised accordingly in writing.

Rule of credit accumulation:

In order to obtain the Diploma in Therapeutic Reflexology – ALL THE COURSES have to be completed.

If the learner only obtains some of the courses they will receive a statement of results including the descriptions of the Learning Outcomes.

Therapists who already are qualified in a health profession can apply to be part of any of the courses enhancing their delivery of patient care. A certificate of attendance will be issued for each course.

Mode of teaching materials:

The teaching materials, assignments and assessments are delivered in outcomes based approach ensuring the opportunity to discuss, analyse and investigate specific areas of the course. Interaction between facilitator and learner is encouraged and many group or individual projects will create the opportunity to enrich the learners’ knowledge extensively with the guidance of their facilitators. As a pro-active training institution, we have done everything possible to make the course as enjoyable as possible.

Sites of delivery:

The campus venues meet the health and safety regulations and are equipped with quality multi-media equipment to ensure pleasurable and interesting teaching delivery. Each campus is equipped with a resource section that includes library facilities and computer access.