Online Class: Reiki 1st Degree

In this course, you will learn the basics of Reiki, as it is generally taught and practiced by Reiki Masters, and you will have a foundational understanding necessary for self administering its healing principles.

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  • 12
    Lessons
  • 19
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 3,426
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Reiki 1st Degree: A Deep Dive into Holistic Healing and Spirituality

Originating from time-honored Eastern traditions, Reiki seamlessly intertwines profound spiritual tenets to offer a comprehensive healing modality. It recognizes the importance of catering to the entirety of human existence, ensuring that both body and spirit are harmoniously balanced. By emphasizing the interconnectedness of our physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions, Reiki becomes a profound tool for personal transformation and wellness.

This course, structured meticulously over twelve lessons, introduces you to the core principles and techniques of Reiki. Designed with utmost precision and drawing from the wisdom of seasoned Reiki Masters, the curriculum ensures that upon completion, you are not only knowledgeable but also competent in applying Reiki's therapeutic techniques, starting with yourself and gradually extending to others.

A brief outline of what to expect:

  • Lesson 1: Introduction to Reiki - Dive deep into the essence of this age-old practice. Grasp the foundational concepts, its significance, and the profound benefits it brings to countless lives.

  • Lesson 2: Tracing Reiki's Roots - Journey through time and explore the genesis and subsequent evolution of Reiki. Witness how Eastern wisdom melded with Western adaptations to shape the practice we know today.

  • Lesson 3: Recognizing Disease Catalysts - Understand the myriad factors, both intrinsic and external, that contribute to illnesses, shedding light on how a holistic approach can often preempt or mitigate these issues.

  • Lesson 4: Reiki's Response to Health Challenges - Delve into the synergy between specific health issues and Reiki, understanding how this energy modality interacts with and influences various ailments.

  • Lesson 5: Quintessential Reiki Tenets - Unpack the Five Reiki Principles, which form the philosophical backbone of the practice, guiding practitioners in their healing journey.

  • Lesson 6: Energy Pathways and Vortexes - Introduce yourself to the chakras and meridians, intricate components of our body's energy framework, and understand their role in our overall well-being.

  • Lesson 7: Delving Deeper into Chakras - Explore the vibrancy of chakras in detail. Understand their unique colors, purposes, and the myriad functions they perform within our energy system.

  • Lesson 8: Mentorship in Reiki - Given the pivotal role a Reiki Master plays in a student's journey, this lesson provides insights into selecting a guide who resonates with your aspirations and spiritual goals.

  • Lesson 9: Priming for the Practice - Understand the significance of grounding and meditation. These preparatory rituals ensure clarity, focus, and optimal energy flow during Reiki sessions.

  • Lesson 10: Self-healing Techniques - Before extending healing to others, one must begin with self. This module equips you with techniques to channel Reiki's restorative energy for personal well-being.

  • Lesson 11: Extending the Healing Touch - Transition from self-healing to offering Reiki to others. Learn techniques, precautions, and the profound rewards of facilitating healing for someone else.

  • Lesson 12: Advanced Healing Scenarios - Delve into the nuances of conducting group healing sessions and addressing special cases, underscoring Reiki's versatile applications.

Throughout this course, learners are provided with a mix of theoretical knowledge, practical exercises, assignments, and reflective tools such as polls and surveys. This ensures a comprehensive learning experience, catering to various learning styles and ensuring that the knowledge gained is both deep and applicable.

By the course's conclusion, students will not only have a thorough understanding of Reiki's principles and practices but also the confidence to incorporate these lessons into daily life. Through consistent practice, meditation, and reflection, you will be poised to harness the transformative power of Reiki and even guide others on their healing journeys.

In essence, the Reiki 1st Degree course is more than just an academic undertaking; it's a spiritual voyage, offering tools for personal growth, holistic well-being, and a deeper connection to the universe's boundless energy.

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Course Lessons

Lesson 1: What is Reiki?

40 Points
Experts in Reiki could easily agree that Reiki is a healing art. Reiki involves the same "laying on of hands" as so many practice in all parts of the world for the transference of healing power. Additional lesson topics: Reiki Hits Mainstream Media on CNN
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Reiki as Alternative Treatment; Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Complete Assignment: Lesson 1: Reiki and Energy
  • Assessment: Lesson 1: What is Reiki?

Lesson 2: The History of Reiki

40 Points
It is clear that Reiki Healing was born in Japan, through the efforts of Mikao Usui, but thankfully it and other similar healing methods have been exported to the world at large.
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Complete Assignment: Lesson 2: Historical Background of Reiki
  • Assessment: Lesson 2: The History of Reiki

Lesson 3: Common Sources of Disease in the Body

34 Points
In Reiki philosophy, the notion of Disease should first and foremost be reclassified as "Dis-Ease", a state in which the body should be in its natural state of biological 'ease', but isn't. Additional lesson topics: Reiki and Illness; Reiki Healing Energy and Illness
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Complete Assignment: Lesson 3: Concept of Diseases in Reiki
  • Assessment: Lesson 3: Common Sources of Disease in the Body

Lesson 4: Health Issues and How They Respond to Reiki

39 Points
Reiki is the simplest of the healing arts; beyond hand positioning and faith in the Ki energy, there is really nothing else to learn. This simplicity is simultaneously Reiki's largest drawback.
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Complete Assignment: Lesson 4: Reiki and Diseases
  • Assessment: Lesson 4: Health Issues and How They Respond to Reiki

Lesson 5: The Five Reiki Principles

40 Points
The five Reiki principles are principles based on universal truths for daily experiencing a happy and successful life. Additional lesson topics: Exploring the Principles of Reiki
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Complete Assignment: Lesson 5: Principles of Reiki
  • Assessment: Lesson 5: The Five Reiki Principles

Lesson 6: Chakras and Meridians in Your Body

15 Points
Although practitioners of Reiki distance themselves from "religious philosophies", especially in the West, Mikao Usui's personal religious background as a Japanese Buddhist cannot be ignored.
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 6: Chakras and Meridians in Your Body

Lesson 7: Colors, Purposes and Functions Associated with the Chakras

14 Points
Reiki healing energy tends to be absorbed by whatever Chakra needs it the most. Additional lesson topics: Chakra Colors and their meanings; Why Colors are Associated with Chakras?
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 7: Colors, Purposes and Functions Associated with the Chakras

Lesson 8: Choosing a Reiki Master

15 Points
Many who discover the healing potential of Reiki are naturally fascinated and seek to gain further knowledge of it, even mastery. Additional lesson topics: Choosing a Reiki Master
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 8: Choosing a Reiki Master

Lesson 9: Preparations, Grounding and Meditation

21 Points
Before a Reiki session, refrain from smoking, drinking alcohol or taking drugs. Eating very spicy foods or wearing strong perfume or cologne is inadvisable as they can be distractions. Additional lesson topics: Preparing for Reiki Attunement; Reiki Exercises
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 9: Preparations, Grounding and Meditation

Lesson 10: Healing Yourself

14 Points
With Reiki, you can (and should) use healing on yourself wherever possible.
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 10: Healing Yourself

Lesson 11: Learning to Heal Others

14 Points
A Reiki healing session should take approximately one hour from start to finish, as it includes approximately 17 hand positions requiring three minutes each.
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Performing Reiki
  • Assessment: Lesson 11: Learning to Heal Others

Lesson 12: Group Healing and Special Cases

68 Points
Reiki healing can also be performed by a group, as long as all practitioners have First Degree Reiki experience (the original healers of the Hayashi Reiki Center in Japan worked as teams, and still do).
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Lesson discussions: video presentations; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 12: Group Healing and Special Cases
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
354
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define reiki.
  • Summarize the history of reiki.
  • Describe common sources of disease in the body.
  • Describe health issues and how they respond to reiki.
  • Define the five reiki principles.
  • Describe chakras and meridians in your body.
  • Describe colors, purposes and functions associated with the chakras.
  • Describe choosing a reiki master.
  • Describe preparations, grounding and the male-female ule exercises.
  • Describe healing yourself with reiki.
  • Describe learning to heal others with reiki.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Student Testimonials

  • "I enjoyed the course. I had no knowledge of Reiki beforehand so I didn't have an expectation. The more I learned the more I understood." -- Heather W.
  • "Course was very good and mostly easy to follow. Overall I feel pretty confident that this course has giving me direction into my possible career." -- Tina A.
  • "This course was very helpful. It provided me with alot of information that I was not aware of. I feel very prepared and comfortable performing Reiki 1." -- Shannon C.
  • "I've heard about Reiki but never seriously considered delving into the practice. Now that I'm on the cusp of a new meridian in my life, retirement and of course, living through the pandemic, it seems that learning how to channel one's energy is much more vital to physical and emotional well-being." -- Jacalyn G.
  • "I very much enjoyed this course - excellent instructor who marked very quickly. Although I won't be going forward with Reiki, I would definitely do other courses by the same instructor." -- Heather S.
  • "Hello hello! I am soo excited to finally finish the course I alredy practiced Reiki for many years on myself intuitively and the course helped me to undertand many things about reiki and the important of this type of healing, I love the course and everything about it!" -- Leidy O.
  • "It was very helpful and enjoyed it -- looking forward to Reiki 2." -- Sheila G.
  • "I really enjoyed this course and plan to continue with Reiki 2." -- Deborah L.
  • "To the instructor: Thank you for answering my emails. I found your course excellent and I am taking another one of your courses this week." -- Terry P.
  • "I liked the instructor, he contacts you immediately about any concerns you address to him." -- Mary B.
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