REFLEXOLOGY & PRACTICING IN ARKANSAS

Reflexology is a protocol of manual techniques such as thumb and finger-walking, hook and backup, and rotating on a point applied to specific reflex areas predominantly on the feet and hands. These techniques stimulate the complex neural pathways linking body systems, supporting the body’s efforts to function optimally. The effectiveness of reflexology is recognized worldwide by various national health institutions and the public at large as a distinct complementary practice within the health services field.

Practitioners wishing to practice Reflexology as a professional for fee, barter, or trade, in Arkansas are governed by the Department of Health. There are exemptions to this law, so you may wish to read the law to see whether you need a massage license or not. There are Rules & Regulations which are also important to read and understand for licensed massage therapists working in Arkansas. Reflexology laws, registration, and regulation vary by state.

Stephenie’s classes are designed for anyone to participate and practice this amazing artistic science, but please be aware that you should not charge for services offered to the public unless you have a proper license to touch the feet and/or hands. Please verify your eligibility by contacting the appropriate city and/or state officials regulating your Scope of Practice.

• Registration/Mentoring work with Stephenie (includes hands-on time), 8 hours credit towards certification. Mentoring time should be completed within 36 months of Registration payment.
• Purchase Stephenie’s 90-minute Reflexology video and a Reflexology: Art, Science, and History book by Christine Issel for  12 hours of credit (non-ADoH) towards certification.
• Reflexology & Related Modalities Phase 1, 6 hours by the ADoH.
• Reflexology & Related Modalities Phase II, 15 hours by the ADoH.
• Introduction to Hand Reflexology, 7 hours by the ADoH.

• CHOICE OF: Communication Techniques for Body Workers or other Business Basics & Marketing course, 6 hours by the ADoH.
• Foot Reflexology: A&P and Conditions, 9 hours by the ADoH.
• Advanced Techniques, I 7 hours by the ADoH.
• Alternative Considerations for Reflex. Session, 6 hours by the ADoH.
• CHOICE OF: Hand Reflexology: A&P and Conditions, 9 hours by the ADoH OR Advanced Tech 2, 6 hours by the ADoH with 3 hours additional assignments for certification.
• Case Studies with Documentation provided – 40 hours of credit towards certification.

• You must register with Stephenie A Cooke for the certification program. This payment is NON-REFUNDABLE. Mentoring time is included for a 36-month period from date of payment. Payment may be cash, check, or Venmo.
• You will be responsible for keeping your current address and contact information updated as well as familiarizing yourself with all class guidelines.
• Past attendance in Reflexology classes listed above will be “grand-fathered” in as part of this program if no more than 12 months have lapsed by the time you register.
• Class fees and date of offerings are subject to change. You may repeat a class(es) offered by Stephenie Cooke within a 12-month period for a 50% discount.
• All classes have to be attended, case studies presented with a score of PASS, a practical test taken with Stephenie with a 3 or lower score, and the written final exam taken with a score of 75% or better for certification.
• Payments are made to Stephenie A Cooke, Inc. and are expected in advance. Prices are subject to change during the course of study.
• There is no specific timeframe for completion.  You take classes and participate at your own pace, however it is suggested that you complete the program within 36 months.