FAQ's
Some frequently asked questions...
Why was The RCB formed?
The RCB was formed to meet the needs of those wishing to be nationally recognized as reflexologists. The RCB is run by a committee. Current members are Jack J. Roso, LMT, Reflexologist, Susan M. Roso, LMT, Reflexologist, Attorney Charles Proctor, legal adviser.
Will I be recognized if I use tools and or probing devices?
Yes – please note – Local – State – or Federal laws – as well as Insurance agencies may require that tools be FDA approved!
Is the RCB recognized by any State or Federal agencies?
The RCB is recognized by CLEAR (Council on Licensure, Enforcement and Regulation). It is also a member of the National Professional Association, ID#1994034. Federal Code 51.9999
Should a reflexologist be “insured”?
For information on reflexology insurance click here.
Is being “certified” the same as being “Licensed”?
NO – certification is recognition of accomplishment – while License is permission to practice reflexology.
What is “scope of practice”?
Scope of practice simply means that reflexologist must not perform any work beyond reflexology – unless otherwise qualified to do so.
What is the RCB “code of ethics”?
A code of ethics is simply a “Standard or Set of Rules” – click here to view the RCB code of ethics. Failure to abide by this code of ethics will result in peer review and may result in “Certification Revocation” by the RCB.
What is a “CR – Certified Reflexologist”?
The CR designation demonstrates that a person has completed a course(s) of instruction by an RCB approved person/group/school with not less than 200 hours of education and training and has competed the required testing and submitted the required number of logs.
What is an “MR – Master Reflexologist”?
The MR designation was one that demonstrated a person had advanced training or experience. Since that could vary greatly from person to person and to simplify understanding of whether someone is certified or not, the MR designation is being retired as of December 31, 2020. Anyone who is currently an MR or in an MR training program will be grandfathered in, but effective January 1, 2021 and going forward there will be only the CR credential indicating that one is a Certified Reflexologist.
I have already completed a reflexology program. How can I be RCB certified?
Contact the RCB to have a review done of your training and experience. A determination will made as to any additional things you may need to do or submit. The testing fee is $200. If you have training in other bodywork areas, but not reflexology, we recommend you take a reflexology training program. The program offered by the The RCB offers full CR certification with The RCB upon completion.
What is an RCB recognized School / Body / Group?
Any person / group / school that is approved by The RCB. Some States require Licensure or registration of any school wishing to grant certificates – where this applies – the School MUST submit copies of such to be recognized. Individuals or groups wishing to be recognized who are not required to be Locally or State recognized may submit documents outlining their program. Once approved by The RCB their students may apply as well.
Please contact us if you have any additional questions.
The RCB was formed to meet the needs of those wishing to be nationally recognized as reflexologists. The RCB is run by a committee. Current members are Jack J. Roso, LMT, Reflexologist, Susan M. Roso, LMT, Reflexologist, Attorney Charles Proctor, legal adviser.
Will I be recognized if I use tools and or probing devices?
Yes – please note – Local – State – or Federal laws – as well as Insurance agencies may require that tools be FDA approved!
Is the RCB recognized by any State or Federal agencies?
The RCB is recognized by CLEAR (Council on Licensure, Enforcement and Regulation). It is also a member of the National Professional Association, ID#1994034. Federal Code 51.9999
Should a reflexologist be “insured”?
For information on reflexology insurance click here.
Is being “certified” the same as being “Licensed”?
NO – certification is recognition of accomplishment – while License is permission to practice reflexology.
What is “scope of practice”?
Scope of practice simply means that reflexologist must not perform any work beyond reflexology – unless otherwise qualified to do so.
What is the RCB “code of ethics”?
A code of ethics is simply a “Standard or Set of Rules” – click here to view the RCB code of ethics. Failure to abide by this code of ethics will result in peer review and may result in “Certification Revocation” by the RCB.
What is a “CR – Certified Reflexologist”?
The CR designation demonstrates that a person has completed a course(s) of instruction by an RCB approved person/group/school with not less than 200 hours of education and training and has competed the required testing and submitted the required number of logs.
What is an “MR – Master Reflexologist”?
The MR designation was one that demonstrated a person had advanced training or experience. Since that could vary greatly from person to person and to simplify understanding of whether someone is certified or not, the MR designation is being retired as of December 31, 2020. Anyone who is currently an MR or in an MR training program will be grandfathered in, but effective January 1, 2021 and going forward there will be only the CR credential indicating that one is a Certified Reflexologist.
I have already completed a reflexology program. How can I be RCB certified?
Contact the RCB to have a review done of your training and experience. A determination will made as to any additional things you may need to do or submit. The testing fee is $200. If you have training in other bodywork areas, but not reflexology, we recommend you take a reflexology training program. The program offered by the The RCB offers full CR certification with The RCB upon completion.
What is an RCB recognized School / Body / Group?
Any person / group / school that is approved by The RCB. Some States require Licensure or registration of any school wishing to grant certificates – where this applies – the School MUST submit copies of such to be recognized. Individuals or groups wishing to be recognized who are not required to be Locally or State recognized may submit documents outlining their program. Once approved by The RCB their students may apply as well.
Please contact us if you have any additional questions.