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Hrs Per Week: |
Sem Hrs: |
| Prefix No |
Course Name |
Class |
Lab |
Clin/Exp |
Credit |
| MTH 110 |
Fundamentals of Massage |
6.0 |
12.0 |
0.0 |
10.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course introduces concepts basic to the role of the
massage therapist. Emphasis
is placed on beginning theory and techniques of body work as well as skill
in therapeutic touch. Upon
completion of the course, the student should be able to apply basic
practical massage therapy skills. |
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| MTH 120 |
Ther Massage Applications |
6.0 |
12.0 |
0.0 |
10.0 |
| Prerequisites: MTH 110 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course provides an expanded knowledge and skill base
for the massage therapist. Emphasis is placed on selected therapeutic
approaches throughout the lifespan. Upon completion, students should
be able to perform entry level therapeutic massage on various populations. |
| |
| MTH 125 |
Ethics of Massage |
2.0 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
2.0 |
| Prerequisites: None |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course is designed to explore issues related to the
practice of massage therapy. Emphasis is placed on ethical, legal,
professional, and political issues. Upon completion, students should
be able to discuss issues relating to the practice of massage therapy,
client/therapist relationships as well as ethical issues. |
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| MTH 210 |
Adv Skills of Massage |
4.0 |
12.0 |
0.0 |
8.0 |
| Prerequisites: MTH 120 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course provides knowledge and skills in diverse body
work modalities. Emphasis is placed on selected techniques such as
Neuromuscular Therapy, Sports Massage, Soft Tissue Release, Spa Approaches,
Oriental Therapies, and energy techniques. Upon completion, students
should be able to perform basic skills in techniques covered. |
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| MTH 220 |
Outcome-Based Massage |
4.0 |
9.0 |
0.0 |
7.0 |
| Prerequisites: MTH 120 |
| Corequisites: None |
| This course provides knowledge and skills in more complex
body works modalities. Emphasis is placed on developing advanced
skills in outcome-based massage. Upon completion, students should be
able to perform basic skills in techniques covered. |
