Therapeutic Massage (MAS)

MAS-101. Introduction to Massage. (1 Credit)

This course gives students an introduction to therapeutic massage. Students are exposed to muscle palpation, terminology, anatomy and physiology, safety and equipment, scope of practice and strokes. Students have hands-on experience with massage therapy and will practice on each other. (2 contact hours)

MAS-105. Palpation for Massage Therapy. (1 Credit)

This course will introduce basic palpation of muscle anatomy to students to be able to identify both superficial and deep muscles. Students will practice palpation skills and learn muscle anatomy origin, insertion for basic assessment skills. (2 contact hours)

MAS-108. Ethics for Massage Therapy. (1 Credit)

This course will introduce students to ethical issues related to massage which includes: scope of practice, ethical behavior, sexual misconduct, HIPPA laws, professional communication and appropriate boundaries for the therapeutic relationship. (1 contact hour)

MAS-109. Pathology for Massage Therapy. (3 Credits)

This course will explore how pathologies affect the human body and the effects of massage techniques on abnormal conditions. Students will learn the impact of medications on health and disease, including prescribed and over-the-counter medications. Students will discuss the importance of scientific research as it relates to therapy. Students will learn medical terminology as it pertains to the massage profession. (3 contact hours)

MAS-110. Basic Swedish Massage. (2 Credits)

Students will learn the benefits of touch and a full 60 minute session of Swedish massage. Students will begin the process of client information collection and documentation. Students will conduct a case study. (2 contact hours)

MAS-112. Sports Massage. (2 Credits)

This course will introduce students to the basis of exercise physiology, joint mobilization, pre and post event sports massage, maintenance massage, stretches and care of frequent sports injuries. (2.5 contact hours)

MAS-113. Massage Techniques I. (2 Credits)

This course will introduce students to several specialties in massage that focus on both eastern and western bodywork theory and techniques including, meridians, acupressure, shiatsu, thai massage, cupping, stone massage, aromatherapy. Students will also be introduced to principles of self-care. (3 contact hours)

MAS-114. Massage Modalities. (3 Credits)

This course will introduce students to several specialties in massage such as: chair massage, stone massage, Traditional Chinese Medicine, pregnancy massage and energetic anatomy approaches. (5 contact hours)

MAS-115. Massage Techniques II. (1 Credit)

This course will introduce students to several specialties in massage that focus on western bodywork theory and techniques including, myofascial massage, lymphatic facilitation, prenatal massage, hydrotherapy and spa treatments. (2 contact hours)

MAS-118. Business and Ethics. (2 Credits)

This course will introduce students to aspects of developing and maintaining a successful therapeutic massage practice. Ethical issues related to massage are discussed including the scope of practice and Illinois laws. Students will discuss marketing and business planning. (3 contact hours)

MAS-119. Business for Massage Therapy. (1 Credit)

This course will introduce students to aspects of developing and maintaining a successful therapeutic massage practice. Students will create a business plan within their scope of practice, abide by laws and regulations and learn proper documentation. (1 contact hour)

MAS-120. Massage Lab Practicum. (3 Credits)

This course will allow students to be supervised in a clinic style setting. Students will apply principles, techniques and procedures practiced in professional massage therapy. Students will demonstrate proper client-therapist communication skills (including chart documentation), draping techniques and sanitary precautions. Fee is required. (9 contact hours)