Hand and foot massage specialty open to beginners as well as practicing therapists. Beginners and experienced massage therapists are welcome.  Learn basic and advanced Reflexology techniques, plus the supporting classes you need to practice this healing art successfully.  This program is divided into two levels, and features lots of options for getting the courses you need for your diploma.  Experienced therapists -- ask about advanced placement.

About the Program:

• Learn extensive foot and hand massage techniques, as well as the ancient and
  modern theories underlying this popular bodywork form.

• Prepare for professional practice with supportive classes that get you ready to be successful.

• Choose electives to customize your program to best suit your needs and interests.

Level One

Reflexology 1 (Basic Techniques)                     

MuscloSkeletal Anatomy                     

Ethics and Boundaries              

Communication Skills 1 and 2  

Creating an Environment for Relaxation

Stress/Relaxation Response                 

Universal Precautions               

CPR/First Aid                         

Successful Marketing                           

Taxes and Business Issues       

Practice Sessions

Student Clinic

Level Two

Reflexology 2 & 3 (Advanced Techniques)      

Anatomy and Physiology

- In depth hands & feet anatomy           

- Body Systems 1 & 2 

- Pathology Case Studies         

Sample Electives:

- Flower Essences for Bodywork         

- Energy Theory                      

- Ayurvedic Theory

- Anatomy of the Subtle Energy Body

- Aromatherapy for Bodywork            

- Hydrotherapy Basics 

- Equipment Talk                     

- Fibromyalgia: A Holistic Approach

- Introduction to Reiki                 

- Client Intake Skills                

- Working with People with HIV          

- Working wit Survivors of Abuse        

- Shiatsu theory

Scheduling Options

Level One classes and all electives are taken within the Massage Therapist Training Program, allowing the student to take advantage of the varied formats in which courses are offered: 3 days per week, one day per week, or alternating weekends. Students may take courses in any one or all of these formats and may begin their training at any time their required courses are offered.

Level 2 will be scheduled when the required minimum number of students are eligible and with consideration of the students’ availability.

Due to the independent nature of this program, students will be allowed to begin at many different times of the year and will receive their diploma whenever they have completed their work.