SCHOOLS

2024/2025

It is advisable to apply at least month before course begins as places are limited!
For more information on enrollment, prices etc. please contact school directly.

NEXT TERM:

Schools enrolling now and/or commencing soon:

Spring 2025:

JUDY BUCKLEY SCHOOL OF REFLEXOLOGY (Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh)
commencing: 15th February 2025
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JUDY BUCKLEY SCHOOL OF REFLEXOLOGY (Bundoran, Co. Donegal)
commencing: 23rd February 2025
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Autumn 2025:

SOLACE Holistic Centre  (Clonakilty, Co. Cork)
commencing: 3rd September 2025
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Members of the National Register of Reflexologists (Ireland) are expected to observe all parts of this Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct at all times and to conduct themselves in such a manner as to uphold and maintain the highest professional standards of Reflexology.

This Code governs the attitude and behaviour of the reflexologist towards clients, the general public, and fellow reflexologists, and will also form the basis for discussion and discipline in the event of any complaint against a member.

Members must recognise that the primary obligation is towards the client, and at all times must practice their skills to the best of their ability for the benefit of the client. The comfort and welfare, culture and customs, values and spiritual beliefs of the client must always have priority over any other consideration.

Accurate and detailed records of treatment must be kept, but any knowledge acquired in a professional capacity during consultation or during the course of treatment may not be divulged to a third party without the client’s consent, except where required by law.
Members must not make medical diagnoses or use implements.

Aromatherapy oils may not be used before or during a reflexology treatment.

No unqualified advice should be given.

No claim should be made to have effected a cure.
Members must present a united front to the public and should not imply criticism of colleagues either in writing or verbally, in the presence of clients or of the general public.

Members’ premises and clinics should be maintained in a condition that reflects credit on the profession of Reflexology.

A member has the right to refuse treatment provided such refusal is given in a professional manner.

Members have a responsibility to continue their personal and professional development by updating their training and skills, with the Registry’s CPD accredited postdiplomate programme.

A member who practises another therapy in conjunction with reflexology must make it clear to the client that such secondary therapy is not part of the reflexology treatment.

A practising member must have full malpractice and public liability insurance cover.

When giving treatment to a person under sixteen years of age it is necessary to seek prior permission from a parent or guardian, and also to request the presence of a third party on whose integrity the reflexologist can rely.

A member wishing to teach Reflexology must have a minimum of five years postgraduate clinical experience. Assistants must have a minimum of three years postgraduate experience, and must themselves be registered members of the National Register of Reflexologists (Ireland).

A ‘Complaints Procedure’ is available to members, students, and clients, and anyone wishing to avail of that service should bring the matter to the attention of the Registrar in writing, for it to be placed before the N.R.R.I. Executive Committee for their consideration.

Any proposed addition, deletion, or amendment to this Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct will be considered by the N.R.R.I. Council whose final decision will be notified to members.

Revised, July 2023

Only students attending diploma courses in reflexology at schools accredited by the National Register of Reflexologists (Ireland) – hereinafter referred to as the NRRI – over eighteen years of age and having paid the current membership fee, are eligible for NRRI student membership.

Student membership is valid for the period of the course which is current at the time of joining.

This Code of Ethics has been executed to regulate the attitude and conduct of student members towards clients, the general public and fellow reflexologists, to uphold the highest professional standards of practice, and to provide a basis for discussion in the resolution of complaints.

Student members must present a united front to the public and should not imply criticism of colleagues either in writing or verbally, in the presence of clients or of the general public.

Acceptance and observation of this Code of Ethics is a condition of membership.

Student members must recognise that as reflexologists their primary obligation is towards the client and must practise their skills to the best of their ability for the benefit of the client. The comfort and welfare, culture and customs, values and spiritual beliefs of the client must always be given appropriate priority.

Reflexologists must behave with integrity, courtesy and discretion. Their attitude must be competent and sympathetic, hopeful and positive, thus encouraging an up-lift in the patient’s mental outlook and belief in a gradual progression towards wholeness.

Student members must restrict their extra-mural practice of reflexology to close family and friends, and to the regulatory requirements of Case Histories, at all times in close consultation with their tutors.

Student members must take guidance from their tutors regarding contra-indications for reflexology treatment.

When giving treatment to a person under eighteen years of age it is advisable to seek prior permission from a parent or guardian, and also to request the presence of a third party on whose integrity the reflexologist can rely.

A member who is qualified to practise another therapy in conjunction with reflexology may do so only with the prior agreement of both the school tutor and the client, and must make it clear to the client that such secondary therapy is not part of the reflexology treatment. Aromatherapy oils may not be used before or during a reflexology treatment.

Accurate and detailed records of treatment must be kept, but any knowledge acquired in a professional capacity during consultation or during the course of treatment may not be divulged to a third party without the client’s consent, other than to the student’s tutor in the regular course of training and except when required by law.

Medical diagnoses must not be made or implied. The reflexologist may offer an attempt to achieve a certain measure of healing and homeostasis, but recovery must never be promised and no claim should be made to have effected a cure.

No unqualified advice should be given, and implements must not be used.

A “Complaints Procedure” is available to students and clients, and anyone wishing to avail of that service should bring the matter to the attention of the Registrar in writing, for it to be placed before the NRRI Executive Committee for their consideration.

Any proposed addition, deletion, or amendment to this Code of Ethics will be considered by the NRRI Executive Committee whose final decision will be notified to the members.

Accredited Schools (listed below) are teaching in adherence to NRRI Syllabus (150hours of tutorials, approx.12-14 months and 60 hours of case studies) and their graduates are automatically eligible for NRRI Membership (with many benefits).

Principals of those schools are long-time members of NRRI and in our opinion are the best reflexology tutors in Ireland.

Graduates of Accredited Schools enjoy discounted registration fee and benefit with additional CPD credits when registering.

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Approved Schools are teaching an ITEC or CIBTAC or other diplomas (6-12 months of tutoring and only 40 hours of case studies).
Graduates of such schools are eligible for membership.

“Recommended” Approved School (list below) are the ones whose tutors are Members of NRRI and we would recommend them over other ITEC Schools. These schools contribute towards NRRI CPD PROGRAMME by providing post-graduate reflexology courses.

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