Therapeutic Massage Degree (A45750)
Fall Semester 1
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
BIO 163 - Basic Anatomy & Physiology
BIO 163 - Basic Anatomy & Physiology
This course provides a basic study of the structure and function of the human body.
Topics include a basic study of the body systems as well as an introduction to homeostasis,
cells, tissues, nutrition, acid-base balance, and electrolytes. Upon completion, students
should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the fundamental principles
of anatomy and physiology and their interrelationships.
Class: 4.00
Lab: 2.00
Credits: 5.00
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4.00 |
2.00 |
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5.00 |
MTH 110 - Fundamentals of Massage
MTH 110 - Fundamentals of Massage
This course introduces concepts basic to the role of the massage therapist in a variety
of clinical settings. 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.
Class: 6.00
Lab: 9.00
Clinical: 3.00
Credits: 10.00
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6.00 |
9.00 |
3.00 |
10.00 |
MTH 125 - Ethics of Massage
MTH 125 - Ethics of Massage
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
of this course the student should be able to discuss issues relating to the practice
of massage therapy, client/therapist relationships as well as ethical issues.
Class: 2.00
Credits: 2.00
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2.00 |
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2.00 |
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Total: 17 |
Note: BIO-163 OR BIO-168 & 169
Spring Semester 1
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
MED 120 - Survey of Medical Terminology
MED 120 - Survey of Medical Terminology
This course introduces the vocabulary, abbreviations, and symbols used in the language
of medicine. Emphasis is placed on building medical terms using prefixes, suffixes,
and word roots. Upon completion, students should be able to pronounce, spell, and
define accepted medical terms.
Class: 2.00
Credits: 2.00
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2.00 |
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2.00 |
MTH 120 - Therapeutic Massage Applications
MTH 120 - Therapeutic Massage Applications
This course provides an expanded knowledge and skill base for the massage therapist
in a variety of clinical settings. 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.
Prerequisites: Take MTH-110
Class: 6.00
Lab: 9.00
Clinical: 3.00
Credits: 10.00
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6.00 |
9.00 |
3.00 |
10.00 |
MTH 121 - Clinical Supplement I
MTH 121 - Clinical Supplement I
This course is designed to introduce the student to a variety of clinical experiences.
Emphasis is placed on applying the therapeutic massage process across the lifespan.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate delivery of massage techniques
in a clinical setting.
Corequisites: Take One: MTH-110, MTH-120, MTH-125, MTH-210 or MTH-220
Clinical: 3.00
Credits: 1.00
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3.00 |
1.00 |
MTH 130 - Therapeutic Massage Management
MTH 130 - Therapeutic Massage Management
This course introduces the basic responsibilities in the development and administration
of a professional massage therapy practice. Emphasis is placed on identifying successful
practice management methods such as selecting a business structure, negotiating a
contract/lease, developing a business/marketing plan, designing a massage space, differentiating
spa from clinical practice, management of client/financial records and physician referral.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary
to develop and manage a massage therapy practice.
Prerequisites: TAKE MTH-110
Class: 2.00
Credits: 2.00
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2.00 |
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2.00 |
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Total: 15 |
Summer Session 1
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry
ENG 111 - Writing and Inquiry
This course is designed to develop the ability to produce clear writing in a variety
of genres and formats using a recursive process. Emphasis includes inquiry, analysis,
effective use of rhetorical strategies, thesis development, audience awareness, and
revision. Upon completion, students should be able to produce unified, coherent,
well-developed essays using standard written English.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
|
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3.00 |
PSY 118 - Interpersonal Psychology
PSY 118 - Interpersonal Psychology
This course introduces the basic principles of psychology as they relate to personal
and professional development. Emphasis is placed on personality traits, communication/leadership
styles, effective problem solving, and cultural diversity as they apply to personal
and work environments. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an
understanding of these principles of psychology as they apply to personal and professional
development.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
|
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3.00 |
-OR- PSY 150 - General Psychology
PSY 150 - General Psychology
This course provides an overview of the scientific study of human behavior. Topics
include history, methodology, biopsychology, sensation, perception, learning, motivation,
cognition, abnormal behavior, personality theory, social psychology, and other relevant
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge
of the science of psychology.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
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Total: 6 / 6 |
Fall Semester 2
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
| COM 120 - Intro to Interpersonal Communication
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
MTH 210 - Advanced Skills of Massage
MTH 210 - Advanced Skills of Massage
This course provides knowledge and skills in diverse body work modalities in a variety
of clinical settings. 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.
Prerequisites: Take One: MTH-120 or MTH-121
Class: 4.00
Lab: 9.00
Clinical: 3.00
Credits: 8.00
|
4.00 |
9.00 |
3.00 |
8.00 |
HEA 110 - Personal Health/Wellness
HEA 110 - Personal Health/Wellness
This course provides an introduction to basic personal health and wellness. Emphasis
is placed on current health issues such as nutrition, mental health, and fitness.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the factors
necessary to the maintenance of health and wellness.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
|
3.00 |
|
|
3.00 |
PED 120 - Walking for Fitness
PED 120 - Walking for Fitness
This course introduces fitness through walking. Emphasis is placed on stretching,
conditioning exercises, proper clothing, fluid needs, and injury prevention. Upon
completion, students should be able to participate in a recreational walking program.
Lab: 3.00
Credits: 1.00
|
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3.00 |
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1.00 |
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Total: 15 |
Spring Semester 2
| Course |
Class Hours |
Lab Hours |
Clinical Hours |
Credits |
SOC 210 - Introduction to Sociology
SOC 210 - Introduction to Sociology
This course introduces the scientific study of human society, culture, and social
interactions. Topics include socialization, research methods, diversity and inequality,
cooperation and conflict, social change, social institutions, and organizations.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sociological
concepts as they apply to the interplay among individuals, groups, and societies.
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
MTH 220 - Outcome-Based Massage
MTH 220 - Outcome-Based Massage
This course provides knowledge and skills in more complex body works modalities in
a variety of clinical settings. Emphasis is placed on developing advanced skills in
outcome-based Massage. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic
skills in techniques covered.
Prerequisites: Take One: MTH-120, MTH-121, or MTH-221
Class: 4.00
Lab: 6.00
Clinical: 3.00
Credits: 7.00
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4.00 |
6.00 |
3.00 |
7.00 |
PHI 240 - Introduction to Ethics
PHI 240 - Introduction to Ethics
This course introduces theories about the nature and foundations of moral judgments
and applications to contemporary moral issues. Emphasis is placed on moral theories
such as consequentialism, deontology, and virtue ethics. Upon completion, students
should be able to apply various ethical theories to moral issues such as abortion,
capital punishment, poverty, war, terrorism, the treatment of animals, and issues
arising from new technologies.
Prerequisites: Take ENG-111
Class: 3.00
Credits: 3.00
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3.00 |
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3.00 |
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Total: 13 |
Note: PHI-240 OR MUS-110 OR HUM-115
**The continuation of the Diploma to Degree courses are pending sufficient enrollment**
