ARCB Reflexology exam-day guide
ARCB Reflexology · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the same name and ID type your registration used. If your name differs between documents, confirm with the provider which form is acceptable before test day.
Exam appointment confirmation
Print or save the confirmation email/letter with your candidate number, date, time, and test-center address. Confirm arrival time with the provider, as it is often earlier than the start time.
Approved hand care supplies
Bring short, clean, filed nails and moisturized hands. Confirm with the provider whether lotion, sanitizer, or towels are supplied or must be brought; some centers restrict outside products.
Comfortable, professional clothing
Wear loose sleeves you can roll above the elbow and closed-toe shoes. Avoid dangling jewelry, strong fragrance, and long nails. Confirm any dress-code specifics with the provider.
Watch or timer (if permitted)
A simple watch helps you pace stations. Confirm with the provider whether watches, phones, or smart devices are allowed in the testing room; phones are commonly prohibited.
Written routine or sequence notes
Use your own study notes for last-minute review only outside the testing room. Confirm with the provider what materials, if any, may be brought to the practical area.
Model or client arrangements
If your exam requires you to bring a client/model, confirm with the provider the consent form, age requirements, and whether the model may speak or must remain silent during the session.
Hydration and a light snack
Eat a normal meal and bring water for breaks. Confirm with the provider whether food and drink are allowed in the waiting area or only outside the testing room.
Rest and travel plan
Plan your route and arrive with buffer time for parking, check-in, and security. Confirm parking and building access details with the provider or test center in advance.
Backup transportation and contact number
Save the test center or provider contact number in case of delay. Confirm with the provider their late-arrival and rescheduling policy before test day.
Knowledge of station format and timing
Review the published practical format, number of stations, and time per station. Confirm with the provider any details not stated in your candidate handbook.
Calm-down and hand-warmup routine
Practice a brief breathing and hand-stretch routine you can do quietly before starting. Confirm with the provider whether you may warm up hands in the waiting area.
Plan the day
Re-read the candidate handbook and confirmation for arrival time, ID rules, and what to bring. Confirm your model or client if one is required. Do one full timed run-through of your routine and note only the two or three points you most often forget.
Do a lighter review of your sequence and contraindication/consultation talking points. Prepare clothing and supplies. Stop heavy cramming in the evening and protect your sleep.
Lay out ID, confirmation, clothing, and permitted supplies by the door. Confirm travel time and parking. Review your short list of key points once, then stop studying. Eat well, avoid alcohol, and go to bed at a normal hour.
Eat a normal breakfast, hydrate moderately, and arrive at the confirmed check-in time with buffer. Leave phones and prohibited items as directed. Do your quiet hand-stretch and breathing routine while waiting.
Present your ID and confirmation, follow the proctor's instructions, and ask clarifying questions only about logistics, not about exam content. Confirm where to store personal items.
Listen to or read each instruction fully before beginning. Work at a steady, calm pace and check the time at natural breakpoints. Maintain professional communication, draping, hygiene, and consent practices throughout.
If you are delayed, feel unwell, or have an equipment problem, stop and notify the proctor immediately. Do not attempt to resolve policy issues yourself; ask the proctor to contact the provider.
Follow the provider's instructions on returning materials and leaving the testing area. Note your reflections while fresh, and confirm with the provider how and when results are released.
Rules to check
Bring valid government-issued photo ID matching your registration; confirm with the provider which ID types and name formats are accepted.
Arrive at the confirmed check-in time. Late arrival, entry, and rescheduling policies vary, so confirm them with the provider in advance.
Follow all proctor instructions. Phones, smart devices, and unauthorized notes are commonly prohibited in the testing room; confirm the exact list with the provider.
Treat the client or model with informed consent, professional draping, hygiene, and clear communication at all times; unsafe or disrespectful conduct can affect scoring.
Ask only logistical questions during the exam. Do not ask proctors or clients for hints, feedback, or content clarification.
Take breaks only as permitted by the proctor. Confirm with the provider whether scheduled breaks exist and whether you may leave the testing area.
Do not discuss, record, or share exam content or station details after the test; confidentiality expectations should be confirmed with the provider.
Scoring criteria and passing standards are set by the provider. Review the published rubric in your handbook and confirm any unclear scoring details with the provider rather than relying on rumor.