MASSAGE THERAPY COURSE
This course is designed to introduce students to basic manual applications of massage therapy for general relaxation. In this foundation of massage practice module, we will focus on the knowledge required as a massage therapist. Students will learn safe and appropriate biomechanical skills, hygiene standards, patient handling, table setup, and draping techniques as they develop their palpation and tactile techniques.
This course of study is based on the principles of Swedish Massage, providing the solid foundation for other massage modalities to build upon. The course offers hands-on practice and theory which utilizes verbal, written, visual, and hands-on instructions throughout the classroom. The students will refine their hands-on skills, advance their knowledge and techniques to the next level, and build the confidence necessary for them to succeed in their new career.
Upon completion of 6 weeks, the students will have been fully trained, evaluated, and approved on
their technical abilities and will have achieved the academic (theory) portion of the course. After graduation from the course, it is strongly recommended that our students take the licensing certification exams to be prepared to meet future requirements.
In advanced Massage Therapy, this requires in-depth knowledge of Human Anatomy with special understanding of the Muscular and Skeletal System. This knowledge enables a therapist to construct
a care plan based on a patient's medical history and personal preferences. A massage therapist must possess physical strength, stamina, and dexterity, particularly in the hands and arms.
Basic Massage Course
MASSAGE THEORIES STUDIED:
You will have a grasp of knowledge on the following areas:
1. MASSAGE THERAPY as PROFESSION, including a brief description of the Therapist Career Path,
Good Qualities and Abilities of Massage Therapist, and Occupational Health and Safety Standards.
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UNIT CONTENTS (Basic Massage Course)
Advance Massage Course
2. The Workplace and Its Standard Operating Procedures with Emphasis on:
3. The MASSAGE THERAPY FLOW:
Anatomy and Physiology of the Human Body
Indications and Contraindications in Performing massage on different body areas.
Code of Ethics
Basic Pathology and Microbiology
The Endangerment Sites of the Body
Assessment of the Clients
The Swedish Massage and their technique variations
And their Benefits
3. The MASSAGE THERAPY FLOW:
The Endangerment Sites of the Body
Assessment of the Clients
The Swedish Massage and their technique variations
And their Benefits
FULL BODY MASSAGE
Application of basic stretching (Swedish Gymnastics)
Application of Five Basic Strokes in Swedish Massage and their technique variations.
THAI Table MASSAGE (Advance Massage Course)
Application of basic stretching on the different regions of the body
Application of Full Body Massage
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE
How to drain excess water focusing on the drainage area and application of massage
movements and techniques on how to perform lymphatic drainage massage.
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METHODS OF ASSESSMENT AND EXPECTED OUTCOME
SWEDISH (GYMNASTICS) WITH DEEP TISSUE (SPORTS MASSAGE)
Application of Swedish Stretching and movement as an integral part of doing the deep
tissue mass manipulation.
STONE MASSAGE THERAPY
Application of Full Body Massage and hot stone on the regions of the body.
Lecture
Demonstration and hands-on
Testing: written and oral
Students participate and practice to enhance their skills in every variation of massage.
