SBG240 Reflexology

3 ECTS - 2-0 Duration (T+A)- 4. Semester- 2 National Credit

Information

Unit ADANA VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
Code SBG240
Name Reflexology
Term 2024-2025 Academic Year
Semester 4. Semester
Duration (T+A) 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 3 ECTS
National Credit 2 National Credit
Teaching Language Türkçe
Level Ön Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Label FE Field Education Courses E Elective
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Öğr. Gör. ZÜLEYHA ORAK
Course Instructor Öğr. Gör. ZÜLEYHA ORAK (Bahar) (A Group) (Ins. in Charge)


Course Goal / Objective

The aim of this course is to teach reflexology methods at a theoretical and practical level, to enable students to learn about foot, hand and face reflex points and to understand the applications of reflexology in the field of health and beauty.

Course Content

History and Basic Principles of Reflexology, Origins, development and scientific basis of Reflexology. Anatomical Fundamentals of Reflexology, Effects on the nervous system, blood circulation and energy flow. Foot Reflexology, Foot reflex points, application techniques and effects on health. Hand and Face Reflexology, Reflex points in the hand and face area and their therapeutic effects. Reflexology Techniques and Applications, Finger pressure, circular movements, relaxing and stimulating techniques. Effect of Reflexology on Physical and Mental Health, Stress management, pain relief and energy balance. Planning Reflexology Sessions, Customer analysis, session duration, things to consider in reflexology applications. Ethics and Professionalism in Reflexology, Practitioner responsibilities, hygiene and ethical rules. The Place of Reflexology in the Beauty and Spa Industry, Reflexology applications in spa centers, the use of reflexology as complementary therapy.

Course Precondition

NA

Resources

1)Çakıroğlu, G. (2008). Reflexology. Kassandra Publications. 2)Yalçıner, B. (2019). Western (Clinical) Reflexology. Umuttepe Publications. 3)Lake, O. (2023). Reflexology. Second Man Publications. 4)Ulusan, N. (2023). Magic Touches with Reflexology. Second Man Publications.

Notes

Tümü Görseller Videolar Yer siteleri Kısa videolar Haberler Web Daha fazla Araçlar Türkçe İngilizce 1)“Reflexology: A Review of Its Therapeutic Benefits and Mechanisms” – Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. 2)Refleksoloji uygulamaları üzerine yazılmış yüksek lisans ve doktora tezleri. 3)Uluslararası Refleksoloji Kongresi'ne ait sunumlar ve raporlar. 4)Refleksoloji teknikleri ve terapileri üzerine öğretici videolar (YouTube, Vimeo). 1)“Reflexology: A Review of Its Therapeutic Benefits and Mechanisms” – Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. 2) Master's and doctoral theses written on reflexology applications. 3)Presentations and reports of the International Reflexology Congress. 4) Instructional videos on reflexology techniques and therapies (YouTube, Vimeo).


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Defines reflexology.
LO02 Explains the application areas of reflexology.
LO03 HEvaluates the problems that may occur during reflexology applications.
LO04 Evaluates the problems that may occur during reflexology applications.
LO05 Performs reflexology applications appropriately.
LO06 Analyzes the effects of reflexology on health.
LO07 Explains the ethical rules regarding reflexology.
LO08 Determines and applies reflexology techniques appropriate to the individual's needs.


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the basic facts and concepts in the field. 2
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the legal regulations, professional standards and practices in the field. 2
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explains the processes and processes of providing services in the field. 3
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Explain professional ethics and employee responsibilities.
PLO05 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Recognizes the physical environment, tools, equipment and technologies related to the field. 3
PLO06 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Conducts regular health, safety and risk assessments in the field.
PLO07 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Performs work in the field within the framework of applicable laws and professional standards. 3
PLO08 Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı Acts with the awareness of social, scientific, cultural and professional ethical values. 2
PLO09 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Works independently while performing the procedures, practices and profession in the field.
PLO10 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Works as a team member in companies serving in the field.
PLO11 Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği Acts as a manager in companies serving in the field.
PLO12 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Follows the innovations and applications in the field. 2
PLO13 Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği Updates her knowledge, skills and competencies in her field and improves herself personally and professionally. 2
PLO14 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Establishes effective interpersonal and intercultural communication.
PLO15 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Presents the reports/projects/activities he/she has prepared in his/her field in various ways.
PLO16 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Applies ethical values related to the field. 2
PLO17 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Takes human health, social and natural environment into account while performing operations in its field.
PLO18 Yetkinlikler - Alana Özgü Yetkinlik Takes care of personal care, cleanliness, clothing and appearance.
PLO19 Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik Communicates at a basic level in a foreign language.


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Reflexology: What is it? How does it work? Application areas of reflexology Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
2 Reflexology: What is it? How does it work? Application areas of reflexology Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
3 Situations where reflexology should be applied carefully, Situations where reflexology cannot be applied Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma
4 Reflexology in adults Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Gösterip Yaptırma
5 reflexology in children Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
6 Reflexology in patients Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
7 Anatomy of the foot Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap
8 Mid-Term Exam Repetition of all the topics covered Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav
9 Anatomy of the foot, Locating the reflexes Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
10 Head and neck reflexes Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
11 Pelvic region reflexes, Reproductive reflexes Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
12 Chest reflexes, Spinal reflexes Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
13 Chest reflexes, Spinal reflexes Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
14 Reflexes related to the lymph system, Reflexology connection Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma, Tartışma
15 Reflexology applications Obtaining information from different sources on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösterip Yaptırma
16 Term Exams Reviewing the information of the whole period Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Performans Değerlendirmesi
17 Term Exams Reviewing the information of the whole period Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Performans Değerlendirmesi


Assessment (Exam) Methods and Criteria

Current term shares have not yet been determined. Shares of the previous term are shown.
Assessment Type Midterm / Year Impact End of Term / End of Year Impact
1. Midterm Exam 100 40
General Assessment
Midterm / Year Total 100 40
1. Final Exam - 60
Grand Total - 100


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 2 28
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 2 28
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 8 8
Final Exam 1 8 8
Total Workload (Hour) 72
Total Workload / 25 (h) 2,88
ECTS 3 ECTS

Update Time: 02.03.2025 11:34