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Monday, April 18, 2016

Reflexology Program Starting May 1st


 
Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
NCBTMB Continuing Education Provider
 
Reflexology Program
Prep Classes
Certification Program and Continuing Education 
 
Perfect for Massage Therapists, Nurses, Child Care Providers, Geriatric Care, and New Aspiring Reflexologists!
Introduction to Reflexology
Level 1
 
 Sunday May 1, 2016
   10:00 am to 4:00 pm
3700 Mystic Ct., Olney, MD 20832
(301) 538-9540
$225.00
 
Reflexology Program                                                                                                   
Each Level $225.00

Reflexology
Total Cost $900
 
Class dates
I     - RPC1 - Introduction
May 1, 2016          Sun
II   - RPC2 - Reflexology w/ Essential oils
May 15, 2016        Sun
III - RPC3 - Reflexology & Acupressure
May 29, 2016        Sun
IV   - RPC4 - Clinical
Jun 12, 2016         Sun

Massage therapist are exempt from RPC1 and A & P.
  
This course is only offered once a year with Dr. Martinez.
                                                                                           
Instructor: Jen Martinez, HD
 
Reflexology Practitioner Certification (RPC)
RPC Level 1   Principles & Techniques                
 
7 CEs 
                                                   
This course includes four hours on reflexology theory, history, zone therapy, meridians, map of reflexes and foot and hand structure. Four hours of hands-on to learn reflexology grip and techniques. One hour on business ethics and standards. Twenty hours of unsupervised documented practical sessions and three hours of homework.
 
RPC Level 2   Reflexology and Aromatherapy    
 7 CEs 
         
This course includes four hours of reflexology theory, history, zones, meridians, relaxation response, and body systems related to reflexology. Introduction to aromatherapy, its benefits, safety guidelines and practical applications will be discussed. Four hours of practical sessions including the application of essential oils on reflex points. One hour on business standards, local/state laws and ordinances pertaining to the practice of reflexology. Three hours of homework.
 
RPC Level 3   Reflexology and Hot Stones           
 7 CEs
 This course includes four hours of body systems as related to reflexology, leg and foot structure, hands-on palpations, and map of reflexes as they are anatomically reflected on the feet. Practical use of hot stones for reflexology is discussed and practical sessions for four hours. One hour of business standards and ethics pertaining to the practice of reflexology. Three hours of homework.
 
RPC Level 4 Reflexology Clinical                      
7 CEs
              
Required for Certification with the *ANHA
This fully hands-on two day class is to satisfy the requirements of six documented practical sessions required by *ANHA for certification. The student may schedule 3 clients for each day. The student may invite friends and/or family to be their client or the institute can schedule the clients for the class.
 
Qualify and test for the American Reflexology Certification Board,
the highest standard of credentials in reflexology recognized through out the United States.
 
The American Reflexology Certification Board is a non-profit corporation, an independent testing agency whose primary purpose is to certify the competency of those Reflexologist who practice on a professional level and wish to be recognized as meeting national standards. Certification by ARCB distinguishes the professional; setting apart and bringing credibility to the practitioner committed to excellence.
 
 
To Qualify for ARCB certification the following must be completed.
 
ARCB Reflexology Requirements
Homework is no longer counted as part of the 110 hours required to qualify to sit for the ARCB certification exam.
New curriculum for ARCB qualification.
Holistic Health Care Level 1
Anatomy/Physiology and Medical Terminology                          
 8 hrs
 
Holistic Health Care Level 2
Pathology and Detoxification                                                         
 8 hrs
 
Reflexology Level 1
History, Principles, Benefits and Techniques                                
 8 hrs
 
Written research paper on contraindications
of reflexology or studies on benefits of reflexology.
(Independent study)                                                                          21 hrs
 
Reflexology Level 2 - Techniques and Aromatherapy                 
 8 hrs
 
Written business plan. (Independent Study)                                 
 16 hrs
 
Reflexology Level 3
Techniques and Hot Stones                                                             
 8 hrs
 
Reflexology Level 4
Clinical and final practical exam for ANHA certification            
 8 hrs
 
Requires a written case study on five sessions
on five individuals.(Independent Study)                                        
 25 hrs
                                                                                                            _____________
 
                                                                       
 Total hours                            110 hours
 
 
Independent Study must be completed to meet ARCB requirements.
 
ANHA certification does not require the independent study hours.
 
Upon completion students are eligible for certification through the Washington Institute of Natural Medicine and the American Naturopathic and Holistic Association
 
The Washington Institute teaches continuing education classes and a certificate program in Holistic Health/Naturopathy in Maryland.

The Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC) has reviewed the Washington Institute's classes and has determined that the Washington Institute of Natural Medicine can teach classes in Maryland. 
  
Approved for continuing education through the
American Alternative Medical Association
  
Accredited by the
American Association of Drugless Practitioners 
 
 
Instructor's Credentials
 
Jen Martinez-Bentley has 18 years of teaching experience.
Doctor of Naturopathy                       September 1999         
 Nova International
Doctor of Integrative Homeopathy    December 2007          
 National University of Therapeutics
 
Currently teaching at:
Centura College in Chesapeake,VA              weekdays
Washington Institute of Natural Medicine     weekends only
 
Qualified to teach the following courses:
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Aromatherapy
  • Business and Ethics for Bodyworkers
  • Chair Massage
  • Deep Tissue Massage
  • Herbal Medicine
  • Holistic Medicine
  • Holistic Nutrition
  • Kinesiology
  • Lymphatic Massage
  • Meditation / Visualization
  • Myofascial Therapy
  • Myology
  • Pregnancy Massage
  • Reflexology
  • Reiki and Chakra Balancing
  • Shiatsu/Acupressure
  • Spa Modalities including hydrotherapy
  • Sports Massage
  • Swedish Massage
  • Traditional Chinese Medicine
 
Call to register: (202) 686-8202, (202) 237-7681, (301) 538-9540 
 
  


Washington Institute of Natural Medicine
 
 
Class Hosted at:
3700 Mystic Ct., Olney, Maryland 20832
 


 
Primary Wellness Center in Washington, D.C.
winmoffice@gmail.com
(202) 686-8202 
 

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