Reflexology Courses
There are ongoing courses taught by Frances Birdsell RCRT
Reflexology Therapist & Approved Reflexology Instructor at Viva Holistic Healing.
These courses prepare you to practice Reflexology with family/friends or at a professional level.
Continuing Education is important for professional development. The following courses are taught as well.
Reflexology Therapist & Approved Reflexology Instructor at Viva Holistic Healing.
These courses prepare you to practice Reflexology with family/friends or at a professional level.
- Basic Foot Reflexology
- Intermediate Foot Reflexology
- Professional Practice
Continuing Education is important for professional development. The following courses are taught as well.
- Hand Reflexology
- Ear Reflexology
- Facial Reflexology
- Osteopathic Approach to Reflexology
Reflexology is a natural therapy that recognizes the interconnection of all things. It is relaxing, while improving circulation and organ function, promoting the elimination of toxins. The treatment sessions involve the manipulation of reflexes and energy points of the indicated parts of the body.
There will be a Certificate of Completion issued upon successful completion of the instruction and practicum for each course. These Certificates can be used towards meeting the standards of the Reflexology Association of BC in order to be recognized as an Approved Reflexology Practitioner.
The courses will be taught by Frances Birdsell, RCRT, Viva Holistic Healing, who is an Approved Instructor under the provincial body - The Reflexology Association of BC. The Foundation Courses are also approved by the Reflexology Association of Canada.
There will be a Certificate of Completion issued upon successful completion of the instruction and practicum for each course. These Certificates can be used towards meeting the standards of the Reflexology Association of BC in order to be recognized as an Approved Reflexology Practitioner.
The courses will be taught by Frances Birdsell, RCRT, Viva Holistic Healing, who is an Approved Instructor under the provincial body - The Reflexology Association of BC. The Foundation Courses are also approved by the Reflexology Association of Canada.
Basic Foot Reflexology
20 hours of instruction & supervised practice of Foot Reflexology techniques
plus a 10 hour practicum of Foot Reflexology Sessions
Three days of instruction for each course, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily, with a break for lunch.
Once the Basic course including practicum is complete, the student can continue to the Intermediate &
Professional level at VIVA HOLISTIC HEALING. Provincial Proficiency exam to qualify to become an
Approved Reflexology Practitioner can be arranged at your local Community College.
Fees: $777 including tax per student
Required textbook:
* Reflexology - Health at your fingertips, Barbara & Kevin Kunz
* Human Anatomy Coloring Book, Margaret Matt
BASIC FOOT REFLEXOLOGY course:
FALL 2025 - 10 am to 5 pm for 3 days
plus a 10 hour practicum
Fees - $777 including tax
Intermediate Foot Reflexology
20 hours of instruction & supervised practice of foot reflexology techniques, home study preparation of anatomy assignments; plus a 20 hour practicum of Foot Reflexology Sessions
Two days of instruction of advanced techniques & hands on practice, a home study ANATOMY assignment, and a third day to present assignments for shared learning.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm for the 3 days of instruction
Required textbook:
The Complete Guide to Reflexology, Ruth Hull
INTERMEDIATE REFLEXOLOGY COURSE:
Late FALL 2025
.
Fees: $882 including tax
Two days of instruction of advanced techniques & hands on practice, a home study ANATOMY assignment, and a third day to present assignments for shared learning.
10:00 am to 5:00 pm for the 3 days of instruction
Required textbook:
The Complete Guide to Reflexology, Ruth Hull
INTERMEDIATE REFLEXOLOGY COURSE:
Late FALL 2025
.
Fees: $882 including tax
Facial / Ear / Hand Reflexology Workshops - with practicum
EAR REFLEXOLOGY: with a 10 client practicum
Fall 2025
Taught by Frances BIRDSELL, RCRT
Viva Holistic Healing, 4016 Yeo Street, Terrace BC
FACIAL REFLEXOLOGY: with a 10 client practicum
Fall 2025
Taught by Frances BIRDSELL, RCRT
Viva Holistic Healing, 4016 Yeo Street, Terrace BC
Fee: $350 + GST ~ Register at least one week in advance as space is limited.
Open to anyone interested in helping family & friends
Also will provide approved Continuing Education Credits: for RABC: 6
Professional Practice
15 hours of instruction & 30 hours of practicum
Preparation to operate a professional reflexology practice. Exam readiness to write the RABC exam in order to become an Approved Reflexologist, recognized by the Reflexology Association of BC
IN PERSON / GROUP - as needed
Also DISTANCE Professional Practice courses available, by mail, phone & Zoom
Fees: $960 + tax per student
Preparation to operate a professional reflexology practice. Exam readiness to write the RABC exam in order to become an Approved Reflexologist, recognized by the Reflexology Association of BC
IN PERSON / GROUP - as needed
Also DISTANCE Professional Practice courses available, by mail, phone & Zoom
Fees: $960 + tax per student
What Graduates of Viva Holistic Healing Courses Have to Say:
CLAUDIA RUEL: "...This really is an awesome class... I took this class in 2010 and learned a lot - I'm so happy I have this skill!"
October 12, 2012 at 11:48 am Via Facebook
October 12, 2012 at 11:48 am Via Facebook
BRUCE THOMPSON: "...There is nothing like having a Foot Reflexology Massage and Hands as well. It really does work"
October 12, 2012 at 12:15pm Via Facebook
October 12, 2012 at 12:15pm Via Facebook
AMY KEBERNIK: "...This was a great class! I learned so much, and it was a lot of fun too"
October 12, 2012 at 1:02 pm Via Facebook
October 12, 2012 at 1:02 pm Via Facebook