Reflexology Mastery Certification Program
Whether your intention is to practice on friends or build a professional reflexology practice, your participation in our diverse
array of classes will set you apart from the average Reflexologist.
Our classes may be taken independently by those interested in helping themselves and their loved ones, or as a part of our
Reflexology Mastery Program, designed to train reflexologists for professional practice.
Reflexologists currently in practice
will enjoy our continuing education courses, taught by leading professionals in the field.
Levels of Reflexology Mastery Certification
SRMC offers two levels of Reflexology Mastery Certification.
- Level I is designed for individuals who have not had training in human anatomy and physiology in the past 10 years or since high school. This level often includes those pursuing a career change.
- Level II is tailored to those who have taken anatomy and physiology classes in their professional training and have experience with documentation. Level II students include Licensed Massage Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Acupuncturists, Chiropractors and Medical/Naturopathic Doctors. SRMC requires proof of licensing to pursue Level II Certification.
| The list below indicates requirements for each Level of Certification (one class hour is equal to one hour of credit): | We also have our entire course brochure available online!  |
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| Level I | Level II | ||
| (non LMPs) | (LMPs) | ||
| Introductory Reflexology | 16 Hours | 16 Hours | |
| Anatomy & Physiology | 32 Hours | None | |
| Advanced Reflexology | 18 Hours | 18 Hours | |
| Structural Analysis of the Foot & Lower Leg | 18 Hours | 18 Hours | |
| Fundamentals of Addressing Foot Pain | 18 Hours | 18 Hours | |
| Business & Ethics | 7 Hours | 7 Hours | |
| Documentation Class | 4 Hours | 4 Hours | |
| Supervised Clinic | 6 Hours | 3 Hours | |
| Tutorials | 2 Hours | 2 Hours | |
| Professional Sessions | 3 Hours | 3 Hours | |
| Documented Practice Sessions | 90 Hours | 90 Hours | |
| Elective Classes | 86 Hours | 21 Hours | |
| TOTAL | 300 Hours | 200 Hours | |
Please note: Reflexology classes not affiliated with SRMC will not count toward Mastery Certification requirements through SRMC.
National Reflexology Certification
Once you have earned a Certificate of Mastery, you are eligible for National Certification through the American Reflexology
Certification Board (ARCB). Attainment of National Certification brings a level of professional distinction to your practice,
demonstrating to prospective clients your commitment to providing reflexology that meets the highest national standards. ARCB also refers prospective clients to National Certificants on their website.
We strongly encourage students to become Nationally Certified. ARCB offers National Certification testing in Seattle once a year
and schedules approximately 20 examinations around the United States each year.
Our Students
Our students come from many backgrounds and phases of life. Some take individual classes for fun, or to do reflexology on themselves or their loved ones. Many take Level I Certification for solid professional training when transitioning into a new career, while others participate in Level II to enhance their current body-centered practice.
Class Size and Format
SRMC classes are generally offered on evenings and weekends. Most of our students are full-time working professionals and take our program at a rate of 1-2 classes per month. The program is designed to be flexible and accommodate the needs of working adults.
In order to allow for individual attention we limit the size of most classes to 12 students. Larger or more complex classes include an assistant or additional instructor. About 75% of each reflexology class is hands-on, using SRMC-supplied massage tables and chairs. This enables students to practice techniques learned during class with instructor supervision and assistance.
We request that you bring a bath towel, fingernail clippers and a pen or pencil and paper to most classes. Please keep fingernails and toenails trimmed and filed. Booklets are provided in class. Although books may be suggested for outside reading, in general none are required.
Class participation and the practice of techniques outside of class are the best means to master the material presented. You will be required to practice and document 90 hours outside of class for Reflexology Mastery Certification. Documented sessions are reviewed by SRMC and graded pass/fail in writing, and may be revised by the student until a passing score is achieved. Two hands-on tutorials on SRMC staff are verbally graded pass/fail and must be repeated at the student’s cost if failed.
Cost and Length of the Program
The total cost and length of the program will vary depending on whether you are in Mastery Level I or II and your choice of electives. Program length will depend on the timing of the classes you choose. For an estimate of the cost, add the price of the required core classes for your Level, your chosen elective classes and a binder (see #1 below) to the cost of the additional recommended supplies (see #2 below):
- Cost of Classes and Binder
Level I Level II Introductory Reflexology $290 $290 Anatomy & Physiology $590 None Advanced Reflexology $295 18 Hours Structural Analysis of the Foot & Lower Leg $295 18 Hours Fundamentals of Addressing Foot Pain $295 18 Hours Business & Ethics $150 7 Hours Documentation Class $75 4 Hours Supervised Clinic (2 times for Level 1) $100 3 Hours Tutorials (2 at $80 each) $160 2 Hours Professional Sessions (3 at market rate) $210 3 Hours Documented Practice Sessions no cost 90 Hours Elective Classes for Level I (~86 credits) $1945 Elective Classes for Level II (~21 credits) $440 SRMC Binder $25 $25 ESTIMATED TOTAL $4430 $2285 - Cost of Additional Recommended Supplies (which are not provided by SRMC, except during class)
Massage table * $100 - $2000 Sheets, pillows, lotion, etc. $100 Reflexology text books $30-$300 ESTIMATED TOTAL $230 - $2400 * If you do not already own a massage table, we recommend that you invest in one. Prices range from $100-$2000. Used tables are frequently offered for sale on local massage school bulletin boards or online. An ideal table is light, portable and equipped with recessed legs (sometimes called a “reiki table”).
Class Registration
To reserve your space in a class, we require a deposit of $100 (U.S.). The remaining balance is due on the first day of class. If the total price of a class is less than $100, then the full amount is due at least two weeks before the class and will serve as your deposit. Your reservation is not guaranteed until we have received your deposit.
Early-bird registration continues until 15 calendar days before the class. If we receive your deposit within 15 days of the class, a late registration fee of $15 will be added to the total balance due. The only exceptions are Introductory Reflexology and classes offered to the general public.
Introductory Reflexology is a prerequisite to most other classes at SRMC. After completion of the introductory class and your first 20 documented practice hours, most other classes may be taken in any order (see course descriptions and prerequisites for exceptions).
Please call (206) 284-8389 if you have any questions. Alida Schuh, our Student Admissions Coordinator, has gone through the program herself and can answer your questions with an insight brought by experience!
Sequence of Classes
Noted in our class description pages for required classes and elective classes are descriptions of and prerequisites for each class. In general, students must complete the Introductory Reflexology class first. Anatomy and Physiology (Level I students only) and 20 documented practice hours are the next core classes. Documentation Class should be taken early in the training and Business & Ethics toward the end. Electives may be taken in any order except where additional prerequisites have been noted.
Please see our School Policies for more detailed financial and administrative information.
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