The South African Reflexology Society

16/02/2026

📢 Public Advisory from the AHPCSA

The Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa hereby advises the public that completion of courses offered by private or international training platforms, including Efficient Therapist, Udemy, ITEC, Naturalistico, Educity, and Academy Certificate, does not qualify a person to practise any regulated allied health profession in South Africa.

In terms of the Allied Health Professions Act, only individuals who:
✔ Have completed a SAQA-accredited qualification approved by the AHPCSA, and
✔ Are registered with the AHPCSA,
may lawfully practise a regulated allied health profession in South Africa.

The Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa regulates the following professions:
Aromatherapy, Ayurveda, Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homeopathy, Naturopathy, Osteopathy, Phytotherapy, Reflexology, Therapeutic Aromatherapy, Therapeutic Massage Therapy, Therapeutic Reflexology and Unani Tibb.

Any person who practises these professions without AHPCSA registration is acting unlawfully.

Members of the public are urged to verify practitioner registration at:
https://ahpcsa.co.za/practitioners/

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Disease prevention focuses not only on treatment, but on supporting the body’s ability to cope with physical stress, chronic strain, and long-term health challenges.

Therapeutic Reflexology is widely used as a complementary therapy to support individuals living with chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, neurological disorders, autoimmune conditions, cancer care, and rehabilitation after illness or trauma. It may help manage stress, fatigue, discomfort, and reduced well-being, factors known to influence disease progression and recovery.

To ensure patient safety, professional standards, and ethical practice, Therapeutic Reflexology should only be provided by an AHPCSA-registered practitioner.

🔎 Verify practitioners at:
www.ahpcsa.co.za

05/02/2026

Therapeutic Reflexology is a complementary health profession that supports the body’s physical, emotional and mental wellbeing.

By applying specific techniques to reflex points on the feet, face, ears, or body, Therapeutic Reflexology is commonly used as supportive care in the management of chronic disease and long-term health conditions. It may assist with stress reduction, circulation support, pain management, and overall well-being, all of which play an important role in disease prevention and long-term health maintenance.

Therapeutic Reflexology does not replace medical treatment, but may form part of a preventative, patient-centred approach to health when used alongside conventional healthcare.

For safe and ethical care, always consult a practitioner registered with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa.

🔎 Find or verify a registered practitioner:
www.ahpcsa.co.za

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