Certified Massage Therapist

Students must complete Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, and AHA Healthcare Provider CPR prior to or as part of the Certified Massage Therapy Career Major.

Professional Standards Legal and Ethical Issues in Massage Therapy

Students will identify credentialing requirements in their state and local area and understand common legal and ethical issues in massage therapy.

Kinesiology in Massage Therapy

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to identify the relationship between basic principles of kinesiology and each body system. Anatomy and physiology are prerequisite to the course or should be taken in conjunction with Kinesiology in Massage Therapy.

Business Practice in Massage Therapy

Students will discuss common issues in the preparation, performance and maintenance of business practices for the massage therapist.

Massage Theory & Technique

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate a variety of massage therapy techniques and discuss indications and contraindications for each.

Pathology in Massage Therapy

Indications and contraindications of massage therapy on pathology will be discussed in a system-wide approach. The student will also learn basic principles of Eastern and Western medicine, alternative therapies and pharmacology.