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Therapeutic Massage Diploma (D45750)

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	4.00	2.00		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	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	2.00			2.00
				Total: 17

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	2.00			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	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			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	2.00			2.00
				Total: 15

Summer Semester 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	3.00			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	3.00			3.00
				Total: 6