The Reflexology Association of Australia Limited
National Office 07 3396 9001
Introduction to the Reflexology Association of Australia
The Reflexology Association of Australia is an independent, non-profit organisation and is not affiliated with any educational institution. It is managed by a national Board of Directors, and has branch committees in each State. All positions are honorary.
The Reflexology Association of Australia has been in existence since 1989, when it was first incorporated in Victoria and subsequently in all other states. As a national body, Reflexology Association of Australia Limited was registered in July 2002 to further the aims and objectives of the Association, namely:
National Office 07 3396 9001
EMAIL CONTACT
Membership Inquiries:
Michele Jalland
Ph: 07 3396 9001
admin@reflexology.org.au
Advertising Inquiries:
accounts@reflexology.org.au
All other Inquiries:
president@reflexology.org.au
Office hours:
Monday – Thursday 10.00am to 4.30pm
Postal Address: PO Box 253, Wynnum Central QLD 4178
Reflexology Referral Hotline 1300 733 711
RAoA Facebook Page
WHY become a member of the RAoA? Here is our list of 21 benefits of being a member of our Association
(or you can download a details version of this document in PDF format 21 Benefits of Membership)
1. Member Support Helpline (email and telephone)
2. Listing under "Find A Practitioner" referral system (online and telephone)
3. Discounted Insurance Premiums
4. Merchandise to help with education, business growth and promotion
5. Advocating Reflexology as a viable and valuable complementary therapy to allopathic medicine
6. Member only website portal
7. RAoA organised workshops and events - National and Branch (plus discounts for IM and PM's)
8. National Conference
9. Footprints Journal quarterly publication
10. RAoA Monthly e-Newsletter
11. Bi-Monthly Branch (State) Newsletters (most Branches)
12. Participate at community events and expos for exposure, experience and to promote Reflexology
13. Access to member only industry discounts
14. Advocating Reflexology as a career nationally with approved training organisations
15. Opportunity to become a Certificate of Clinical Reflexology School
16. Local networks and international connections
17. Committee Opportunities - National and Branch (new skills, CPT points)
18. Association Surveys (to make considered decisions, better advocating/campaigning on members behalf)
19. RAoA private Facebook discussion group
20. Use of the RAoA logo and RAoA slogan
21. Mentoring Assistance
22. The only association 100% dedicated to Reflexologists (specific, relevant information and training)
Our membership levels and the inclusions of each (can also be downloaded here)
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Qualifications Required for membership |
*Diploma or CoCR |
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Enrolled in Reflexology approved course |
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Graduation Certificate/Academic Transcript Required |
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Proof of enrolment |
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Membership and Certificates |
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A Certificate of Membership |
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A copy of the Code of Ethics |
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A Professional Status Certificate |
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Membership recognised internationally |
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Merchandise and Resources |
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General RAoA Merchandise (pens, CDs, clothing) |
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Member Resources (website, library, mentors) |
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FootPrints Magazine—quarterly |
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National monthly electronic eNewsletter |
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Branch Newsletters |
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Access to RAoA Webpages |
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Generic RAoA Promotional Business Cards |
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Personalised RAoA Business Cards |
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Apply for Permission to use official RAoA Logo on Personal Promotional Materials |
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Marketing |
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RAoA Directory Listing in Related Magazines and Websites |
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Profile in Members Directory on RAoA Webpage (Disclaimer on website for IM) |
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National Telephone Referral Service |
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Insurance Benefits |
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Public Liability Insurance if working on behalf of RAoA |
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Discounted Members Insurance |
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Professional Learning Opportunities |
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Members Discount Rates on RAoA Affiliated Workshops |
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Eligible to attend regular Branch Meetings |
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Hold branch and committee positions |
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Eligible to apply as Director of the National Board |
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Represent RAoA in the Public Arena |
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Attend RAoA CPT Events |
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Eligible to apply as Approved Training Provider and/or apply to teach the CoCR* |
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Support Services |
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Updates on National, International, Industry, Health News |
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Local and Government Regulation Information Updates |
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Access to Online Therapy Articles |
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Access to Research Data |
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Access to Online International Association Journals |
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Regional support groups |
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Information line |
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Libraries at Local Branches where applicable |
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Discounted advertising rates in RAoA publications |
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