REFLEXOLOGY HERE 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.

Many of the classes included in the requirements for certification are accepted for continuing education requirements by the Arkansas Department of Health and the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy (ASBPT).

• Registration/Mentoring work with Stephenie (includes hands-on time), 8 hours credit towards certification.
• Purchase my 90-minute video and a 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 – 40 hours of credit towards certification.

1. Past attendance in Reflexology classes will be “grand-fathered” in as part of this program if no more than 12 months have lapsed by the time you register.

2. Your status in this program is in jeopardy if a class is not taken within a 12-month period.

3. Class fees and dates of offerings are subject to change. No discounts may be applied to participate in this program. You may repeat a class(es) at a 50% discount if you return within 12-months of your original attendance for said class(es).

4. In order to obtain a certificate, all classes have to be attended, case studies must be presented with a score of PASS and a practical and final exam must be taken with a score of 75% or better.

5. Payments are expected at the time of class, mentoring, or testing. Most participants pay as they register for each individual class or classes.

6. Instruction for the documentation process is by appointment, small class or conference call.

7. Completion of 40 case studies of foot Reflexology(each lasting 45-60 minutes) with a minimum of 8-12 clients seen at least three times each.

8. You must use the documentation forms/layouts provided to you by Stephenie A Cooke INC/Stephenie A Cooke.

9. Grading will be done on a pass/fail basis and a score of pass is required for completion of the course.

Many of the classes included in the requirements for certification are accepted for continuing education requirements by the Arkansas Department of Health and the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy (ASBPT).