Reflexology Program

Introduction to Reflexology Level 1    Saturday January 26, 2019   10am to 3pm    Silver Spring Location within Potomac Massage Training Institute 8380 Colesville Rd. Suite 600 Silver Spring, MD 20910 (301) 538-9540 $225.00    NCBTMB Approved Provider            Qualify and test for theAmerican Reflexology Certification Board, the highest standard of credentials in reflexology recognized through out the United States.

January 26, 2019 Saturday  10am to 3pm      Level I                                                                              This course includes 2 hours on reflexology theory, history, zone therapy, meridians, map of reflexes and foot and hand structure. 1 hours of hands-on to learn reflexology grip and techniques. One hour on business ethics and standards. Twenty hours of unsupervised documented practical sessions.     February 2, 2019  Saturday 10am to 3pm  Level II   Reflexology and Aromatherapy                   This course includes 2 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. 1 hour 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.   February 9, 2019   Saturday 10am to 3pm   Level III   Level III   Reflexology and Hot Stones                        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.   February 16, 2019  Saturday 10am to 3pm    Level IV Reflexology Clinical                                       Required for Certification with the *ANHA This fully hands-on class is to satisfy the requirements of six documented practical sessions required by *ANHA for certification. The student may schedule 3 clients for the day. The student may invite friends and/or family to be their client or the institute can schedule the clients for the class.   Cost: $225 for each level ( 6 CE credits/units each level)     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.   The Washington Institute teaches continuing education classes and a certificate program in Holistic Health 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 Natural Health                  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