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How to Become a Reflexologist

Aspirins these days are the best solution to headaches. But how did people cope with headaches back in the days when aspirin was not even invented? The answer is REFLEXOLOGY! One can become a reflexologist by following some easy steps.

Instructions

Things you'll need:

Career Books
Nutrition Books
Health Magazines Or Books
Career Counseling
Reflexologists

STEP # 1:

It is necessary for you to know the difference between reflexology, acupuncture, acupressure, massage therapy and other natural healing methods. Reflexology relieves stress and muscle tension and persuades the body to heal itself by applying pressure to areas on the hands and feet called reflex points. The other disciplines have similarities, but they use different techniques.

STEP # 2:

Begin training for a career in reflexology with high school and college classes in health, nutrition, biology and chemistry. First aid training is also useful.

STEP # 3:

Work as a helper in nursing homes, hospitals, shelters or other places where you can get knowledge working directly with people in a health care situation. Part-time work in a gym or spa also provides disclosure to basic therapy techniques.

STEP # 4:

Go through reflexology programs in your area. Though normally not offered by colleges and universities, such programs are extensively available at private institutions and through some public post-secondary schools.

STEP # 5:

Visit a reflexologist and get a treatment to get to know exactly what is drawn in in the profession. If you are contented talking to the reflexologist, ask some questions; he or she may even offer training classes.

STEP # 6:

Go through a few books available on reflexology to get a general idea of the profession and even learn a couple of techniques. You can also try them out just to see if you have a capability for touch therapy.

STEP # 7:

Commend yourself to six months to one year of classes and some practical work (during and after graduation) before you can be called a reflexologist. Graduates are usually certified by the school from which they graduate; the American Reflexology Certification Board also gives optional certifications.

STEP # 8:

Practice makes perfect. Go through hand and foot charts, gain knowledge of terms and techniques, and, of course, read up; but nothing beats practice, so use your family and friends as your first clients.

STEP # 9:

Ascertain that any program you enter is inclusive of instruction on anatomy, physiology, ethics, professionalism and business practices, over and above teaching reflexology techniques.

STEP # 10:

Study ethics, professionalism and business. Reflexologists must instigate trust and comfort in their clients for the treatments to be effectual; since Reflexologists are often self-employed, these clients will be very important once graduates go into practice for themselves.

STEP # 11:

Be contented touching people's hands and feet. A fundamental treatment involves working on the client's hands and feet for around 45 minutes to an hour, so make sure that you are comfortable in doing so.

STEP # 12:

Pay attention to the client and try to put him or her at ease. At times, the client might help the reflexologist by giving clues to help start the healing process.

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