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Many colleges, schools and other organizations are offering reflexology courses in Ireland to meet the needs of more than the 1.5 million people who will visit a reflexologies in the UK each year.

Reflexology is the treatment of pain and imbalances where the therapists applies pressure to a specific spot are are of the the foot or hand. It is believed each area of the foot or hand corresponds with the other organs and meridian flow of the body. By touching the foot, a therapist can detect where the imbalances in the feet are in relation to the pain or imbalance in the body. The treatments given by the therapist then help releases the blockages to restore the body's balance.

Reflexology courses in Ireland are a part of the Association of Reflexologies. This association maintains the high standards of the training programs. They only accredit courses after they are clearly defined and regularly monitored to professional standards. A reflexology tutor for reflexology courses in Ireland must be qualified teacher, many with at least 5 years of professional reflexology experience.

Courses include study in human biology, detailed case study work and home assignments. They demand a strong commitment and require the student to genuinely care for others with sensitivity and good listening skills.

Atypical reflexology course in Ireland might include the following studies:

- Anatomy & Physiology of the human body
- What is energy or Qi
- Reflexology Theory and Practices
- Holistic approach to health
- history of reflexology
- locating /learning the reflex points on hands and feet
- record keeping, business and marketing courses
- client care
- code of ethics, practice
- case studies

There isn't a maximum age limit for attending a course although the minimum in many schools is 18 years of age. Naturally the older, more experienced person can bring a valuable asset to therapy with its wisdom and understanding of life's stresses.

With more people visiting a reflexologist every year, reflexology courses Ireland are offering courses.


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