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Reflexology & Foot Massage Regulations in Guam

Reflexology & Foot Massage Regulations in Guam

1. Territory Overview of Reflexology

  • Reflexology is governed under Guam’s Therapeutic Massage regulations administered by the Department of Public Health & Social Services (DPHSS). There is no separate reflexology license—all reflexology services fall under the “therapeutic massage” framework unless limited helper exemptions apply dphss.guam.gov.

  • Practitioners must comply with DPHSS rules for therapeutic massage to legally offer reflexology for compensation.

2. Guam Therapeutic Massage Licensing

To provide reflexology or any soft-tissue body-work in Guam, you must obtain a Therapeutic Massage Practitioner license via DPHSS:

Requirement Details
Education & Training Graduate from a DPHSS-approved massage school; submit transcript of hours completed dphss.guam.gov
Examination Pass a Board-approved practical & written exam covering massage theory and safety
Healthcare Provider Certification Provide a TB skin-test (PPD) within 6 months; CPR/First Aid certification required dphss.guam.gov
Background & Health Screening Physician’s certification of freedom from communicable disease as per DPHSS form
Continuing Education & Renewal Renew annually with proof of DPHSS-mandated CE hours; renewal application and fee required

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https://dphss.guam.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Rules-and-Regulations-Relating-to-Therapeutic-Massage.pdf dphss.guam.gov

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3. Reflexology vs. Massage Therapy

  • Reflexology: Targeted pressure on reflex points of the feet, hands, or ears—considered a modality of therapeutic massage in Guam.

  • Therapeutic Massage: Broad soft-tissue manipulation (kneading, stretching, gliding, etc.)—also governed by the same DPHSS rules.

There is no exemption for reflexology; all body-work under Guam law must be performed by a licensed Therapeutic Massage Practitioner.

4. Local Business & Health-Department Permits

Beyond DPHSS licensure, most villages (municipalities) in Guam require:

  • A business license from your village mayor’s office or the Department of Revenue & Taxation.

  • Health-department clearance and facility inspection from DPHSS for any massage establishment.

  • Zoning approval if operating from a home-based location.

Tip: Contact your local Mayor’s Office and DPHSS Environmental Health Division before opening your practice.

https://youtu.be/WtL0DOZTGqs

5. Raynor® Reflexology Guidance in Guam

  • Raynor-trained reflexologists must secure their Therapeutic Massage Practitioner license to legally offer reflexology services in Guam.

  • To stand out and ensure client confidence, clearly advertise:

    “Certified Raynor Reflexology – Licensed Therapeutic Massage Practitioner, Guam DPHSS.”

  • Leverage our world-class curriculum to deliver superior, compliant reflexology and foot-massage treatments.

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7. Quick Reference Table

Service Type License Required? Local Permit Often Required?
Reflexology (any modality) Yes (Therapeutic Massage Practitioner) Yes (business & health-dept)
Therapeutic Massage Yes Yes
Raynor Reflexologists Yes Yes

8. Frequently Asked Questions

Q5. Do reflexologists need a massage license in Guam?

A: Yes—all reflexology services are regulated as therapeutic massage and require a DPHSS license dphss.guam.gov.

Q6. What health screenings are required?

A: TB skin test (PPD) within 6 months and physician’s clearance—per the DPHSS Therapeutic Massage regulations dphss.guam.gov.

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9. Resources & Links

Disclaimer: Regulations and local requirements can change—always verify current standards with Guam DPHSS and your local municipal offices before opening or advertising your practice.