Module Descriptors
REFLEXOLOGY 2
XHFD50055
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 5
30 credits
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Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 60
Independent Study Hours: 240
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
  • PROJECT- INDIVIDUAL weighted at 50%
  • EXAMINATION - UNSEEN IN EXAMINATION CONDITIONS weighted at 20%
  • PRACTICAL NOT IN EXAMINATION CONDITIONS weighted at 30%
Module Details
Module Indicative Content
This module will cover the following areas:
- Demonstration of a series of complete hand reflexology treatments
- Study and understanding of hand charts and zones
- The anatomical structure of the hand
- Investigate current research into advanced reflexology techniques
- The application of code of Ethics and Practice
- Skills and attitudes in a clinical setting
- The treatment of common complaints with reflexology in the maintenance of health
Module Additional Assessment Details
Formative Assessment: Observation of practical application

Summative Assessment:
Application of 3 hand reflexology treatments against performance criteria with personal reflection (30% weighting) (Learning Outcome 3)
Research project to cover ?The theories and effectiveness of advanced reflexology treatments? (50% weighting) (Learning Outcome 2)
Exam ? 1 hour in length (20% weighting) (Learning Outcomes 1,2)
Module Learning Strategies
Emphasis will be placed on the work-based learning with lectures and tutorials aimed at supporting and directing work-based approaches. (20%)Independent study will be engaged in identifying the relevant literature to support knowledge and understanding of current theories of advanced reflexology (80%)

The module will integrate theory and its application in practice. This will be achieved by the application of hand reflexology treatments.
Module Texts
Mackereth, P (2002) Clinical Reflexology: An Evidence Based Approach. ISBN: 0443071209
Crane, B (1999 ) The Definitive Practitioners Manual. Element Books. ISBN: 1-86204-125-3
Module Resources
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