What is Reiki?
Reiki is a form of alternative therapy commonly referred to as energy healing. It emerged in Japan in the late 1800s and is said to involve the transfer of universal energy from the practitioner’s palms to their patient.
Reiki is hands-on natural healing using the universal life force energy. The term comes from the Japanese words “rei,” meaning universal, and “ki,” which means vital life force energy that flows through all living things.
Reiki is alleged to aid relaxation, assist in the body’s natural healing processes, and develop emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. It is also said to induce deep relaxation, help people cope with difficulties, relieve emotional stress, and improve overall wellbeing.
What 3rd level courses are available?
Universities and colleges in Ireland are offering Reiki courses in the following subject areas:
- Introduction to Reiki – The study of the Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing.
- Reiki Level 1 – Explore what healing is, and learn about the Chakra System.
- Reiki Level 2 – A study of energetic healing and self-improvement.
- Accredited Karuna Ki Reiki Master & Teacher Training Diploma – A study of enlightenment and healing.
Studying Reiki in college
Many Reiki courses take place over 1 year to 4 years depending on the course and modules selected. There are also part-time courses and night courses available so you can be sure to fit in your studies no matter what your schedule is like.
Courses will cover theory work through lectures, assignments, tutorials, and taught modules. Assessments will take place continuously with written examinations and practical assignments combined to achieve a qualification.
You could also consider work experience or a work shadow in the industry. Any work which involves listening to people, assessing needs, and helping others to plan actions is a good basis for a role working with patients and clients. Demonstrating an active interest in the use of natural or alternative remedies would also be an advantage.
You can find out more about the profession and the routes into it by arranging interviews or meetings with Reiki professionals. With the permission of the client, you may even be able to sit in on consultations. You could also seek work shadowing at alternative therapy centers.
Relevant work experience is a good way of demonstrating a genuine interest in the field and is regarded favorably by employers. Work Experience will not only allow you to obtain a deeper knowledge and understanding of the industry, but it will also give you a chance to do some essential networking with other industry professionals and gain valuable contacts for the future.
Career options
After completing a course in Reiki you will be able to get started in a career that uses specific knowledge of Reiki practices and alternative healing treatments.
Reiki professionals usually work on a self-employed basis. Running your practice requires self-marketing through a website, social media, recommendations from previous clients, talks to local groups, and presence at wellbeing events.
There are a few roles in paid employment, or freelancing within establishments. These could be based with luxury health spas, wellbeing centers, health shops, companies hosting wellness retreats, hospitals, and other healthcare settings.
You might start to identify specialist areas, build partnerships and establish strong referral routes. As you become established you may look for opportunities to develop your professional practice and expertise through further training.
You would normally work from consulting and treatment rooms that may be at your home or an alternative therapy/wellbeing center or a natural health shop. You may also visit people in their own homes.
Working hours will depend on whether you are self-employed, employed by a company with set business hours, or if you are contracted to various facilities or companies. If you are self-employed you can choose your working hours, although you may have to offer evening and weekend appointments to meet client needs. Follow-up and continued support of clients are likely to involve answering phone calls and emails, which may be outside of regular working hours. Health spas and retreat work are likely to require some weekend and evening working.
Related jobs include:
- Reiki professional
- Nurse
- Carer
- Physician
- Physical Therapist
- Dentist
- Massage Therapist
- Chiropractors
Further study
After completing a course in Reiki you may choose to pursue further study in a specialist field to increase your knowledge base and skillset. Postgraduate study can also be used as a means to change career focus or to gain professional qualifications required to practice in certain career areas such as Physical Therapy or Massage.
FAQ
What is Reiki typically used for?
People use Reiki to relax and strengthen their wellbeing; reduce pain, anxiety, fatigue, help manage symptoms, reduce side effects of medications, and support recovery after injuries or surgery.
Conditions that Reiki has been used to help treat include:
· Cancer
· Heart disease
· Anxiety
· Depression
· Chronic pain
· Infertility
· Neurodegenerative disorders
· Autism
· Crohn’s disease
· Fatigue syndromes
What are the benefits of Reiki?
Reiki is alleged to aid relaxation, assist in the body’s natural healing processes and develop emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. It is also said to induce deep relaxation, help people cope with difficulties, relieve emotional stress, and improve overall wellbeing.
What do you feel during Reiki?
The practitioner will move their hands around your body. They may touch you lightly or have their hands just above your body. You may experience sensations in the body such as heat or tingling. Some people report seeing visualizations such as colors or pictures, or having memories appear.
Where can I study Reiki?
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Did You Know?
· Reiki was developed by a man called Mikao Usui in the early 1900s in Japan and is one of the most common and sort after energy healing therapies in the western world.
· Professional sports teams employ Reiki practitioners to help athletes recover more quickly from surgery and/or injuries and enhance performance.
· Reiki can be given to people, animals, plants, food, and water. There is a limitless source of universal energy. Reiki does not deplete the energy of the person channeling Reiki.
· A Reiki station was set up to treat firefighters and first responders at Ground Zero during the efforts that followed after the 9/11 tragedy.
· Professional sports teams employ Reiki practitioners to help athletes recover more quickly from surgery and/or injuries and to enhance performance.
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