MSS 0205C Massage Therapy I
Introduces basic massage therapy skills and knowledge necessary to becoming a massage therapist. Emphasis will be on the principles and theories of therapeutic massage and the proper techniques of massage manipulations and effective communication skills as a medical therapy professional. Students will acquire the knowledge to develop a self-care strategy by identifying body awareness and movement along with safety and health practices that are conducive to the hygiene of massage therapist and/or client. Students will also have a clear understanding of the Florida Massage Practice Act along with the rules of the Florida Board of Massage Therapy (Chapter 480, F.S.; Chapter 64b7.) Additional content includes: structures and functions of human anatomy, and physiology as related to massage therapy and basic information related to business practices and standards. Laboratory and clinical activities are an integral part of this class.
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Credits
375 ch
Prerequisite
Permission of the Instructor.
Offered
FANotes
Lab Fee.