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Key points to becoming a Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist

Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist (RCRT™) is a professional reflexology therapist who is properly trained in the techniques of reflexology and/or specialized protocols and has been tested in the professional application of reflexology. RCRT™s are subject to the highest level of competency through the RCRT™ Exam and continuing education and are working within RAC’s Scope of Practice, Standard of Practice and professional Code of Conduct and Ethics. The Association ensures that all professionals who bear the federally-trademarked designation of RCRT™, abide by these procedures.

In this aim, we are protecting the profession as well as the public’s interest and safety.

Some of the Benefits of becoming an RCRT™

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The federally trademarked Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapist designation—RCRT™

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Individualized registration number to include on your reflexology receipts.

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Advocacy on your behalf: participate in a National Organization that works to protect your profession.

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Access to a community of fellow Reflexology Therapists in your province and/or region.

Steps to become an RCRT™

1.) COMPLETE A REFLEXOLOGY CERTIFICATION COURSE
The costs, dates, length and format of the course will also vary depending on the school/course provider.
However, the course should include core reflexology + reflexology technique, a written exam, a practicum that includes at least 50 case studies that are reviewed by an instructor, and an in-person practical exam.

 

2.) REGISTER FOR THE RCRT™ EXAM
The RCRT™ Exam consists of an open book written component followed by a practical component that
assesses the professional application of your reflexology knowledge. Application includes a non-refundable application fee of $50.00 + tax. (unless your course provider has accredited the reflexology training with RAC, in which the fee is waive) and an exam fee of $175.00. Upon payment, you will receive all of the necessary information that you will need to be successful in this examination.

 

3.) BOOK YOUR EXAM
As a Candidate, you have up to six (6) months from the time of registration to prepare for your exam. Once you are ready, you can book to take your RCRT™ Exam with one of our approved RCRT™ Examiners. A list of examiners in your area can be found on RAC’s website. The written and practical components may be done at different times. Each component is 1.5 hours in length.

 

4.) BECOME A PROFESSIONAL MEMBER
On successful completion of the RCRT™ Exam, you will receive an invitation to join RAC as a Professional Member to become a professional member and join our continuing education program. As a professional member in good standing, you have the right use the RCRT ™ designation. Pay your membership fee and receive a RCRT™ number that you can use on your reflexology receipts. At this time, we can assist you in obtaining professional liability insurance.

ABOUT THE REFLEXOLOGY ASSOCIATION OF CANADA

RAC exists to unify and advocate on behalf of Reflexology Therapists and to promote Reflexology as a valuable complementary therapy. The Reflexology Association of Canada aims to be the foremost
registering body of Reflexology Therapists in Canada. In this aim, we are protecting the public’s interest and safety. RAC is the oldest national reflexology association in the world—right here in Canada! We have been in existence since 1976 and have members and provincial chapters across Canada and internationally.

COVID-19 Updates

COVID-19 Updates for RAC Members

This page will be updated regularly. Last updated March 18, 2022 at 3:00pm CT. 

As many provinces are starting to ease their restrictions on businesses, RAC will notify members once it is possible to resume their practice, according to their location.

RAC remains committed to the health and well-being of our entire community.

To this, all members are bound to follow their respective municipal, provincial, and territorial guidelines to safely return to work. After reviewing your governments’ guidelines, please understand it is your decision whether you feel comfortable and prepared to return to work.

If a province or territory is recommending measures above those detailed in RAC’s Standards of Practice, the government’s guidelines supersede. In other words, if you are found in violation of government guidelines, you will also be in breach with the Association.

If there is no link for your provincial or territorial back to work guidelines, your province/territory has not published any, yet.

Provincial Back to Work Guidelines

If there is no link for your provincial or territorial back to work guidelines, your province/territory has not published any, yet.

Please Note: RAC will notify members once it is possible to resume their practice, according to their location.

Alberta

As of March 1, 2022,  indoor masking no longer required.

British Columbia

Starting March 11, 2022 at 12:01 am, masks are no longer required in public indoor settings. Individual businesses and event organizers can choose to continue requiring masks on their premises

Manitoba

As of March 15, 2022, the general indoor provincial mask mandate is no longer in effect.

New Brunswick

As of March 14, 2022, masks are no longer be required to be worn in public spaces

Opening: May 22, 2020

Newfoundland

As of March 14, 2022,  all restrictions will be lifted, including capacity limits and masking.

Northwest Territories

Nova Scotia

As of March 21st, 2022 – No province-wide gathering limits, social distancing or mask restrictions.

Nunavut

Opening: June 15, 2020

Ontario

Effective March 21, 2022 at 12:01 a.m. general masking requirements will be lifted.

Prince Edward Island

Update March 1, 2021 – Under the COVID-19 Alert Level – Restricted – Registered Canadian Reflexology Therapists and reflexology services would be categorized under health care, and may continue to operate as normal.

Opening: May 22, 2020

Quebec

Opening: June 1, 2020

Saskatchewan

As of February 28, 2022, indoor masking no longer required.

Opening: May 19, 2020

Yukon

Opening: May 27, 2020

Additional Resources

We have created general pre-screening questions and some general tips for you to consider. Please customize these to fit your specific practice and include any necessary provincial guidelines.

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