MASSAGE THERAPY (MAS)
Massage Structure/Functions I | This course examines the anatomy and physiology of cells and tissues that underlie the normal functioning of the human body. Content includes an introduction to the principal bones and muscles, as well as their structure and functions at both a cellu... | |
Kinesiology & Palpation I | Course examines the skeletal and muscular systems that underlie the normal functioning of the body. Content includes a study of the structure of each major joint of the body and how the surrounding musculature affects the support and function of thos... | |
Massage: Communic & Business I | This course introduces students to interpersonal communication theories, and concepts of professional boundaries and ethical touch. This course also introduces students to business and legal practices of the massage therapy industry. Topics include t... | |
Clinical Skills & Specl Popul | This course introduces the students to the basic aspects of the procedural process of assessing, treatment planning and documenting in a massage clinic. Case-based applications and case discussions are utilized during the course to enhance the studen... | |
Intro to Massage Therapy | This course is required to be accepted into the Massage Therapy Program. It offers students an introduction to therapeutic massage principles, theory, and techniques. Topics of discussion will include history, ethics, business, basic anatomical termi... | |
Massage Therapy I/Swedish | This course involves hands-on learning of basic Swedish massage techniques and strokes, including effleurage, friction, petrissage, tapotement, vibration, and joint movements. Content includes body mechanics, draping techniques, client intake, contra... | |
Massage Therapy II/Integrative | This course introduces students to the fundamentals of three massage modalities; Craniosacral Therapy, Foot Reflexology, and Polarity Therapy. The concept of the "Fascial Web" is also introduced. | |
Massage Structure/Functions II | This course examines the anatomy and physiology of tissues and organs that underlie the normal functioning of the body. Content focuses on the anatomical and physiological principles as related to therapeutic massage. This course also examines the im... | |
Kinesiology & Palpation II | This course continues an examination of the skeletal and muscular systems that underlie the normal functioning of the body. Content includes an introduction to the complexities of movement, and the directional terminology associated with that movemen... | |
Massage: Communi & Business II | This course covers more advanced communication techniques for managing the client-massage therapist relationship. Topics include effective listening, verbal and non-verbal communication, and professional boundaries. Comprehensive examination of profe... | |
Massage III: Rehabilitative | This course combines two therapeutic modalities - Neuromuscular Therapy and Sports Massage Therapy. Content includes both functional assessment and corrective concepts. | |
Massage IV: Advanced Tech. | This course involves hands-on learning of the fascial system and fascial web. Content includes therapeutic massage techniques and strokes, with an understanding of the connective tissue which supports the body. This course also serves as an introduct... | |
Therapeutic Massage Clinic | In this course students perform full-body therapeutic massage sessions and 20 minute chair massage sessions on members of the community and the College. Students apply principles, techniques, and procedures to assess and treat clients in a profession... | |
Spcl Topics: Therapeut Massage | This course covers a variety of current topics in Therapeutic Massage that are not typically covered in other massage therapy courses. Course content format will vary depending on the topic covered. |