Accredited Reiki Practitioner (ARP) Membership

Reiki New Zealand is proud to introduce the Accredited Reiki Practitioner (ARP) Membership - a professional tier created to recognise experienced Reiki practitioners who uphold high standards of practice, ethics, and ongoing development.

This membership is more than a certificate. It’s a mark of credibility, designed to support practitioners in building trust with clients, healthcare providers, and the wider community. It also plays a vital role in our long-term goal: gaining formal recognition of Reiki Healing as an accepted modality by the ACC and the wider mainstream healthcare community.

Why Become an ARP Member?

If you’ve completed Reiki Level 2 or higher and are committed to professional growth, ARP Membership offers a meaningful way to elevate your practice.

Not ARP Accredited?

While ARP accreditation represents additional professional recognition, all Reiki NZ members have demonstrated their training, lineage, and commitment to our Code of Ethics and Rules of Practice. Even if your practitioner isn’t ARP accredited, you are still encouraged to learn about their qualifications and approach to Reiki - every practitioner brings unique strengths to their healing work.

Applying for ARP Membership is a meaningful step toward professional recognition as a Reiki practitioner. To ensure consistency, credibility, and alignment with Reiki NZ’s standards, applicants are asked to provide evidence of training, experience, and ethical commitment.

Below is a summary of the key requirements you’ll need to meet. Full details and guidance are included in the application pack, but this quick overview will help you prepare and understand what’s involved.

Documentation

• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current Liability Insurance Certificate - if you currently don't have Insurance, you can join through the Reiki NZ Insurance scheme - Contact Simon at insurance@reiki.org.nz (you need to be a current member to join the scheme)
• Signed Code of Ethics and Rules of Practice (Download the latest version from the Reiki NZ website)

Foundational Knowledge

Basic Anatomy & Physiology (A&P) Prior learning through other modalities will be considered. 

If you currently have no prior A&P knowledge, recommended course options are below:

• UDEMY: Easy Anatomy and Physiology (Platinum Edition)
• NZQA: Anatomy and Physiology for Healthcare (Micro-credential) (Level 4) 

Written Submissions

• Personal Reflection Essay (250–500 words) Share how Reiki has influenced your life, your personal practice, and your motivation to practise professionally.
• Client/Practitioner Etiquette Essay: A short reflection on professional boundaries, communication, and respectful client care.

References

• Two written references:
  • One personal character reference
  • One from your Reiki Master or a current Reiki NZ member

Case Studies

• Eight client case studies, including:
  • Three case studies from clients who have received a minimum of three Reiki sessions;
  • Three case studies from clients who have received a minimum of two Reiki sessions;
  • Two case studies from clients who have received one Reiki session.
• Each case should be 100–200 words, demonstrating practical client experience: Each case study should include:
  • Client’s approximate age range (e.g., 30s, child, older adult).
  • Reason for seeking Reiki (e.g., stress, grief, physical discomfort, emotional support, or any other significant personal characteristics, such as suffered a recent significant loss).
  • Brief description of the session approach (including hand positions used and any variations).
  • Observations made during the session (energy sensations, intuitive impressions, shifts noted).
  • Client feedback (optional) — including physical, emotional, or energetic responses.
  • Practitioner reflection — what you learned, how you adapted, and any professional insights.
  • Duration of session
  • Whether the session was in-person or distance Reiki
  • How client consent was obtained
  • Any contraindications or professional boundaries considered

Confidentiality must be maintained at all times. No identifying personal information should be included.

 If you have any questions regarding this membership level, please reach out to Nicola via her email at cpd@reiki.org.nz