Since training is primarily through non-accredited schools, individuals, or only accredited CE programs, there is no financial aid available. At this point, the only accreditation that is given to Reiki schools is for CEU's or Continuing Education Units for nurses and other health care professionals. At each level of training, a certificate is given. The Reiki practitioner may then want to join a professional organization, such as the International Association of Reiki Professionals. Reiki Level I is usually taught in a weekend format.
Some instructors teach just one day, others have two days or longer.
Level II is taught in the same format. Master level training is usually arranged with the Reiki Master on an individual basis as it is more extensive than the other levels. Some programs also teach the Master level in a one or two weekend format. Because Reiki is a strongly spiritual practice, Reiki teachers often suggest finding a spiritually compatible Reiki Master, one whose personality resonates with your own. This is one of those areas where you want to trust your intuition and synchronicities.