Reiki is taught in three levels: Reiki I, Reiki II, and Reiki III or the Reiki Master Level.
Reiki I -- introduces the basics of how the practice works, its origins, how it is used, and what it is used for. It covers a brief overview of energetic and spiritual healing. During Reiki I the first of the sacred Reiki symbols will be introduced. Students will receive four Reiki attunements during the Reiki I training. Students will learn the basic Reiki hand positions which are the foundation for a Reiki session. After completing Reiki I, students will have sufficient training to work on family, friends and pets, as well as themselves. Reiki I and Reiki II are taught during the course of a weekend workshop.
Reiki II -- deepens the training by introducing two additional sacred Reiki symbols. More advanced hand positions are taught During Reiki II, techniques for obtaining information and guidance using the distance symbol will be learned. Students will learn the practice of doing Reiki at a distance. They will receive two attunements. Upon completing the Reiki II training students will be Certified Reiki Practitioners. They will be able to offer their healing services to the public and charge for their work.
Reiki III -- is the Reiki Master Level. It is learned one on one in the form of an apprenticeship with a Certified Reiki Master Teacher. The training can take from six months to two years depending upon prior practice of Reiki and how much time is spent. At the beginning of the apprenticeship the student must go through a preparatory process of cleansing the body and energy system. During Reiki III the student will deepen their understanding of spiritual and energetic healing. Additional practices will be taught and further refinement of the work that has already been learned.The student will learn how to transmit formal Reiki attunements for all three levels of Reiki. The practicalities of setting up and conducting a Reiki class will be covered as well as an overview of marketing and professional practices. The student will receive two Reiki Master Attunements. As part of the apprenticeship, the student will assist the Reiki Master Teacher in conducting at least one Reiki I class and one Reiki II class. The fourth and final sacred Reiki symbol, the Reiki Master Symbol will be taught.