ITEC Reflexology Practitioner Diploma 2026

By Golden Egg Holistic

When

10th March 2026 – 15th September 2026

Online (Zoom, 6–10pm):
10th & 18th March, 25th March (Infection Prevention), 21st April, 26th May & 2nd June (Business), 30th June (Exam prep)

Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology module:
Delivered online through self-guided tutorials via the Golden Egg Holistic e-portal.

In-house (10am–5pm):
24th & 31st March, 28th April, 19th May, 9th & 16th June, 21st July, 4th August

Student clinic (in-house, 6–10pm):
18th & 25th August

Exams:
Infection Control: 1 Apr (online)
Business & Reflexology: 30 Jun (online)
Practical & Prelim: 8 Sep (in-house)
Final Practical: 15 Sep (TBC)

Location
Golden Egg  Holistic Glenfield, Portlaoise, Co.Laois, R32PH0A

Cost
Image Skillnet Member Price: €795
The course must be paid in full before the course start date.

This Image Skillnet course is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union. It is a requirement to complete paperwork both before and after the course. You can read more on EU Funds website http://www.eufunds.ie. 

Learner profile
Suitable for beginners and for qualified therapists wishing to add reflexology to their existing skillset.

Course Overview

Reflexology is a gentle, non-invasive holistic therapy that helps to rebalance the body by applying pressure to specific reflex points on the feet and hands, which correspond to different body systems.

The feet and hands are regarded as a map or mirror of the body. Throughout this course, students are taken through the history, theories and philosophy of reflexology and learn how to work safely and effectively with reflex zones and reflex areas. Emphasis is placed on treating the whole person – mind, body and spirit – to support relaxation and the body’s own natural healing processes.

Reflexology is widely used to support relaxation and wellbeing and is suitable for people of all ages. It is commonly used as a complementary therapy alongside conventional medicine and is offered in a range of settings including hospitals, hospices, nursing homes and cancer care units.

Your reflexology qualification can also act as a pathway into specialised areas such as baby reflexology, maternity reflexology, fertility reflexology and reflexology for cancer care, following further post-qualification training.

Course content includes the following:

The Reflexology Practitioner Diploma (ITEC) syllabus includes:

• History, theories and philosophies of reflexology

• Code of practice and ethics for reflexologists

• Reflexology zones, maps and charts

• Reflex points of the hands and feet

• The holistic approach and integral biology

• Structure of the leg, foot, hand and arm

• Methods of consultation and client assessment

• Reading the feet on a physical and emotional level

• Local and total contraindications

• Disorders and conditions of the feet and hands

• Reflexology techniques and treatment sequences

• Visual reflexology

• Treatment planning and record keeping

• Client reactions and aftercare advice

• Self-care for the therapist

• Referral procedures

• Introduction to hand reflexology

• Introduction to advanced reflexology techniques

• Foot massage routine

• Reflexology and the meridians

Anatomy, Physiology & Pathology:
Classes cover all major body systems and related pathologies, including skeletal, muscular, circulatory, lymphatic, nervous, endocrine, digestive, respiratory, reproductive and urinary systems.

Unit 22 – Professional Conduct and Business Awareness:
Supports learners in understanding professional practice, client care and operating within a professional model.

Infection Prevention:
This exam module ensures students understand Covid-19 infection prevention methods required within their working environments to maintain high standards of health and safety in the provision of services to clients.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology students will have the the necessary practical and theoretical skills in order to provide reflexology treatments to the general public and to gain employment in the complementary therapy industry.

Certificate on completion

On successful completion, learners receive:

• VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology Treatments

• VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology

• VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 2 Award in Infection Prevention

• Unit 22 / Professional Conduct and Business Awareness

Graduates may apply for full membership of the Irish Reflexology Institute (IRI).

In the last 5 years, over 90% of students have achieved distinctions in their Reflexology Diplomas.

Refunds will only be issued if notice of non-attendance is provided in writing at least 15 working days before the course start date. Please ensure you can fully commit to the course before booking, as places are limited. Certain more expensive courses have their own refund policy.  

Enrollment is not fully confirmed until the ESF form is completed. The ESF form will be sent from the Image Skillnet office during office hours.