About This Course

Accredited by IPHM this is a is a substantial vocational qualification that will prepare you for a career as a Reiki practitioner.

The primary outcome of the Diploma in Reiki is to confirm your competence as a Reiki Practitioner. All the units in this qualification relate directly to the specific job role of a Reiki Practitioner.

This is a vocational qualification and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a Reiki Practitioner including the mandatory units, the teachings of Reiki levels 1 and 2 for both Eastern and Western lineages. You will also develop your understanding and practical skills to competently provide Reiki services.

Throughout this qualification you develop your knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology, health and safety, and client care. You will also develop a range of technical skills enabling you to provide Reiki treatments using a variety of different techniques including hands on, hands off and distant / remote healing.

You will also develop interpersonal skills that will assist you to communicate effectively with clients.

This qualification will confirm your competence for employment as a Reiki Practitioner. You will also be eligible to join IPHM and gain insurance as a Reiki Practitioner.

The International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine (IPHM) has been developed to provide the general public and health care professionals with a body of regulated professionals, all qualified to accredited levels.

Career opportunities as a Reiki Practitioner exist in a variety of contexts, including:

• Working in commercial a complementary therapy clinic, beauty salon or spa.
• Working in a hospice or care home.
• Working independently/self-employed/mobile/home-based settings.

This qualification is based on the complementary therapy National Occupational Standards (NOS) and is approved and accredited by IPHM as being fit for purpose for preparing you for a career as a Reiki Practitioner. Holders of this qualification are eligible to become a professional member of IPHM

The National Occupational Standards for Reiki are made up of three separate competencies, the first two of which are common to all therapy groups, and the third one being specifically for Reiki. The competencies, all of which would need to be achieved include:

• Explore and establish the client’s needs for complementary and natural healthcare
• Develop and agree plans for complementary and natural healthcare with clients
• Provide Reiki to clients

A full set of the standards are also available for download from the Skills for Health website at www.skillsforhealth.org.uk.

Theory elements are covered online in your own home, in your own time and at your own pace via self-study using our Virtual Learning Environment. These theory elements are perfectly suited to online delivery therefore they can be delivered and learning assessed online. You will be fully supported by your course tutor who’s role it is to help and guide you through the process from beginning to end. Both your tutor and assessor will ensure that you not only reach your goals but maintain industry and awarding body standards.

Practical elements are brought to life in a treatment room environment which enhances the learning experience. Complusory Interactive Treatment room sessions will be accessed by attending 80 practical training hours at our centre over a period of 40 weeks. 

This is a Practitioner level course

This course is based on the Reiki National Occupational Standards (NOS). This course is accredited by The International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine (IPHM).

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisite qualifications that you must have prior to undertaking this qualification. It is recommended that you have a level of general education comparable to GCSEs. You should have a caring disposition and be committed to fulfilling both Practical and Theory Elements. You must meet the required Guided Learning Hours (GLH) by attending our centre for the Practical Elements and by working through the Theory Elements, taking part in online discussions, assessments and reviews with your tutor and assessor via our Virtual Learning Environment. Practical elements may be of mixed sex and learners will be required to work on each other.

Virtual Learning Resource

Upon enrolment, you will be able to login and access your course content. Simply progress through each section and lecture, complete all your written assignments and upload them for marking. Upon completion you will be required to attend our Assessment centre here in Dukinfield, Greater Manchester to sit external and invigilated multiple choice exam papers and internal observations as part of your final assessment.

Case Studies

A minimum of 75 full treatments in person, all of which should be recorded, evaluating the effectiveness of Reiki for clients over a period of time and should be used by students as reflective practice for self-evaluation and continuing professional development. You must carry out and document evidence for at least 40 treatments on a minimum of four clients and 10 further individual treatments to consolidate the learning and practice skills required. Each case study must include a client questionnaire, lifestyle assessment, consent form, consultation record, treatment record, aftercare advice and client feedback.

Duration

This course can be completed in a minimum of  9 months, on average it takes 12 months to complete the practical and theory elements.

Course Fees

The course fees for this practitioner diploma are £660 (inclusive of VAT) which includes lifetime access to course materials, practical tuition fees, assessment and exam fees and Portfolio of Evidence marking. All course/registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Before enrolling please read our Terms & Conditions of Enrollment.

Payment Plans are available as well as a £50 Pay In Full Discount for upfront payments. *Please note that you will lose access to the theory elements of the course immediately and automatically if you cancel a payment plan payment or if your payment fails. Also, note that you will not be offered a refund on these payments. Click on the 'Enrol Now' button to see all payment options.

Additional information

All necessary materials and equipment will be provided for use during the practical elements and assessments however you will be required to ensure that you have the necessary materials and equipment to complete this qualification.