Anatomy and Physiology includes a study of tissue development from the cellular level to the organ systems level. This course covers the introduction to A&P, and then delves into the skeletal and muscular systems and the relationship between those systems.
The primary systems covered are integumentary, nervous, cardiovascular, endocrine, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. This course along with AP1201 are designed to fulfill the Texas requirements for Anatomy and Physiology for Massage Therapists.
This course covers professional ethics, boundaries, conflict resolution, and business essentials like marketing, client intake, and financial management for Massage Therapists. It fulfills Texas state requirements for Business and Ethics.
Health and Hygiene focuses on the standard precaution in healthcare settings, including sterilization and sanitation. Learn how to promote optimal wellness for both yourself and clients. First Aid and CPR will be taught by instructors who are certified by the American Red Cross.
This course will cover the theory of hydrotherapy including cryotherapy and thermotherapy techniques. Additionally, a high-level introduction will be made to the diverse types of baths, showers, and other hydrotherapy tools.
During the internship, students practice in the facility under the supervision and direction of a Licensed Massage Therapy Instructor (LMI). The student will interview clients, perform massage therapy, and review client evaluations to run successful operation of a massage therapy business.
This course explores the discipline of kinesiology, the study of muscle, bone, and their combined effort to create movement in the human body. Movement is taught using anatomical and mechanical principles. Learn the major muscles of the body and the actions of each muscle.
Pathology is the scientific study of the nature of disease, its development, causes, processes and consequences. You'll learn common diseases in each body system and the implications of massage for individuals with certain disorders.
In Swedish massage students study passive and active joint movements, nonspecific stretches, passive and active exercise, and soft tissue manipulation. Learn techniques with supervised practice along with supporting lectures.
Study of tissue development from the cellular level to the organ systems level.
Study other systems like nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, and integumentary. Includes a brief introduction of The Fascial System.
Learn how to handle therapeutic relationships appropriately, build a business model, or create a successful career in massage therapy.
Learn the standard sanitation precautions in healthcare settings. First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation will be taught by instructors certified by the American Red Cross.
Hydrotherapy is the study of external use of water for therapeutic, palliative, recreational, or hygienic purposes.
Gain hands-on experience under the supervision and direction of a licensed massage therapy instructor (LMI). Learn to interview clients, perform massage therapy, and review client evaluations.
Explore kinesiology, the study of muscle and bone working together to create precise movement.
Review the scientific nature of disease, its development, causes, and consequences. Learn massage implications for certain disorders.
Study and practice joint movements, stretches, exercises, and soft tissue manipulation.
