Elective Course

Advanced Reflexology

Advanced Reflexology expands students’ reflexology skills through deeper mapping, stronger session structure, and more thoughtful client-centered adaptations. Students practice assessment-informed routines and refine pressure, pacing, and communication to deliver more effective sessions.

16 Total Hours 4 lecture hours and 12 lab hours
Prerequisite Level I Foundational Courses plus a high school diploma or GED
Textbook No textbook required

What Students Build

Technique Development
Client Safety
Applied Learning
Professional Readiness

Overview

Course Description

A Wellness & Spa elective designed to support safe, informed, client-centered practice.

What You Learn

Course Overview

Students deepen reflexology knowledge and refine practical application through guided lecture and lab work. Emphasis is placed on technique, session flow, client comfort, and professional communication.

  • Outcome 1 Locate and work key reflex areas with confident technique and appropriate pressure.
  • Outcome 2 Structure a complete session flow and adapt for comfort, sensitivity, and common cautions.
  • Outcome 3 Document goals and respond to client feedback to support session progress.
This elective supports safe practice, applied learning, and professional communication within massage therapy scope.

Learning Outcomes

Course Outcomes

Students strengthen practical skill, session planning, and professional decision-making through guided theory and hands-on learning.

By the End of This Course

  • Locate and work key reflex areas with confident technique and appropriate pressure.
  • Structure a complete session flow and adapt for comfort, sensitivity, and common cautions.
  • Document goals and respond to client feedback to guide progression.

Hours Overview

Lab training makes up the majority of the course, with lecture supporting technique and session planning.

TypeHoursPercent
Lecture425%
Lab1275%

Schedule

Course Structure and Resources

Course pacing combines lecture and lab practice to support both theory and applied skill development.

Instructional Time

Total instructional time is 16 hours, including 4 lecture hours and 12 lab hours. This structure supports theory, supervised practice, and skill integration.

Enrolled students typically receive a more detailed schedule with dates, activities, policies, and assignment expectations.

Evaluation

Grading Summary

Student progress is measured through coursework, labs, and final assessment activities.

Graded Items
Value
Homework / Self-Study
10%
Labs
60%
Final Practical
30%
Total
100%

FAQ

Common Questions

Helpful answers about enrollment, prerequisites, and course expectations.

Do I need prior reflexology training?

Yes. Students should complete the Level I Foundational Courses and meet the diploma or GED requirement before enrolling.

Is this course mostly hands-on?

Yes. The course includes 12 lab hours and 4 lecture hours, so most of the training time is focused on supervised practical application.

Is a textbook required?

No textbook is required for this course.

Course Planning Note

Advanced Reflexology supports confident session structure, safe application, and advanced wellness-focused skill development within the AFSM elective curriculum.