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Massage Therapy School Course Descriptions

Anatomy & Physiology

 ANP-110
Anatomy and Physiology course provides a general study of the human body’s normal structure and function. Emphasis is placed on the complex nature of the body, the interrelationship of organs and the body’s ability to adapt to the environment. Particular emphasis is placed on the specific clinical requirements of the massage therapist.
 

Cranial Sacral / Reflexology

 CRF-110
Cranial Sacral Therapy and Reflexology course is an introduction to cranial sacral therapy and reflexology. Massage students learn the mechanism of cranial-sacral pump, including the cranial bones, sutures and membranes. They take part in cranial sacral therapy exercises to increase their sensitivity and then practice feeling the cranial sacral pulse on each other. Students also learn the reflexology points on the hands and feet. They practice this modality on each other in a supervised classroom setting.
 

Ethics

 ETH-110
Ethics course teaches the standard medical ethic principles and the strategies for ethical decision-making in a clinic setting.
 

HIV/ AIDS

 HIV-110
Per Florida State guidelines, HIV/AIDS course provides an overview of current information on the Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), including epidemiology, clinical manifestations, treatment, prevention, legal/ethical issues, and the importance of behavior and attitude changes for the caregiver.
 

Hydrotherapy

 HYT-110
Hydrotherapy course teaches the fundamentals of hydrotherapy. The class enables a massage student to understand the different therapeutic approaches used in hydrotherapy.
 

Japanese Shiatsu and Qi Kung 2

 SH2-110
Japanese Shiatsu and Qi Kung (Qigong) 2 course is a continuation of Japanese Shiatsu and Qi Kung (Qigong) 1. Future Oriental bodyworkers learn how to thoroughly and effectively treat the back and lower extremity based on the Hoshino system of Japanese Shiatsu. Point location and palpation are stressed as well as correct body movement and proper hand/thumb technique. Students learn Yin Yang Theory, Eight Principles, Four Examinations, and Cause of Disease. Study also includes a survey of acupuncture channels. This course enables students to understand the major concepts of Oriental medicine and perform a comprehensive patient interview.
 

Massage Comprehensive Review

 MCR-110
Massage Board Review course reviews the information required to take and pass Acupuncture & Massage College’s Comprehensive Exam and the National Board Exam for Massage Therapy. Students review all the academic coursework given in the program and are be required to take and pass practice exams. (Prerequisite: To have successfully completed all the coursework in the program.)
 

Medical Errors

 MER-110
Medical Errors class discusses one of the most prevalent and relevant issues of our time, i.e., the prevention of medical errors. The implementation of simple precautions can prevent most errors. This requires looking at the everyday routines, materials, environments, individuals (including patients), and groups with a fresh eye. It includes basic medical error topics.
 

Pathology

 PAT-110
Pathology class provides the massage student with information about mechanisms of disease and the pathological processes that occur within each system of the human body. The following subjects are covered: Genetic disorders, neoplasms, infections, trauma, immune disorders, mental and emotional disorders, respiratory disorders, musculoskeletal disorders, neurological disorders, and medical terminology.
 

Practice Management

 PMT-110
Practice Management course introduces the massage student to marketing concepts and strategies. Students learn effective public speaking and begin to develop a networking and business plan.
 

Swedish & Medical Massage

 SMM-110
Swedish and Medical Massage course covers the theory of bodywork, classical techniques and strokes, professionalism in treatment, and indications and contraindications of massage treatment. Clinical assessment techniques, postural analysis and exercise and stretch techniques are taught. These techniques will assist students in developing a strong background in the healing applications of massage therapy. Our instructors will supervise clinical practicum. In addition, an introduction to various massage therapy modalities will be presented.
 

Massage Clinical Practice

 MCP-110
Massage Clinical Practice study is designed to build student skills, confidence and comfort level one step at a time. Clinic provides students with the opportunity to practice the various techniques they have studied.
 

State Law

 SL-110
State Law course teaches Florida state regulations, licensing procedures, renewal requirements, and scope of practice limitations.
 

Japanese Shiatsu and Qi Kung 1

 SH1-110
In Japanese Shiatsu & Qi Kung (Qigong) 1 course, future Oriental bodyworkers learn how to thoroughly and effectively treat the back and upper extremity based on the Hoshino system of Shiatsu. Point location and palpation will be stressed as well as correct body movement and proper hand/thumb technique. This course helps the student visualize and actually feel the flow of Qi in the channels. Qi Kung (Qigong) and Qi enhancing exercises will also be taught.
 

Musculoskeletal Anatomy

 MUS-110
Musculoskeletal Anatomy course teaches the fundamentals of musculoskeletal anatomy. The class will enable the student to understand the different parts of the body and their relationship to each other. The origin, insertion and action of muscles and bones are taught.