ADVANCED PROGRAM CURRICULUM

Program designed for licensed Massage Theripists with 300hr credit.

Students may enter program at the beginning of any individual course.

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MT2 Bodywork Methods/Holistic Principles (8 hours)

An overview of 30 main bodywork modalities, their history, common origins, methods and suitability for the client. Principles of holistic practices, practitioner kinesthetic awareness, Body Mechanics, stress management, relaxation techniques, impact of nutrition.

MT3 Sports Acupressure (18 hours)

Locate the twelve main meridians and vital source points. Meridian massage, Foundation of Chinese Medicine, The four assessments, Yin/Yang Theory, Sports Acupressure, and Warm-Up/Cool-Down pre-competition formulas.

MT4 Shiatsu (12 hours)

The Japanese art of "finger pressure" rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. This course will introduce the student to the Meridian System of Shiatsu, Eastern Theory of the Five Elements, Yin/Yang Theory, and the directional flow of Ki. The students will also learn a full-body Shiatsu routine for tonifying the Ki and restoring harmony within the energetic systems. The seated Shiatsu Routine is the same as the Chair Massage Routine.

MT5 Swedish Massage for Pregnancy (12 hours)

Catalog of techniques, variations of application. Contraindications. Modifying factors. Physiological effects on body systems. Refinement.

MT6 Sports Massage Technique (19 hours)

Discover the incredible history of Sports Massage and how to empower athletes to their maximum potential. Learn the types of massage for pre-event and post-event conditioning and rehabilitation. Understand the benefits of stretching and discover ways to make your bodywork empower the athlete so that their highest potential can be achieved.

MT7 Curriculum Integration for Massage Therapy (6 hours)

Integrate structure and function with each of the modalities and review concepts behind the major bodywork methods.

K1 Kinesiology (50 hours)

The in-depth study of skeletal nomenclature, physiology and anatomy. Emphasis on origin/insertion/action of the primary muscle groups. Practical application includes hands-on palpation of all muscle groups, relevant yoga position and weight bearing exercises for each muscle.

BP2 Business Practices & Ethics (30 hours)

The student is taught the basics of organizational structure, motivation, goal setting, success imaging & marketing. Without prior experience in bookkeeping, the student is encouraged to find a competent bookkeeper and CPA from the start. In Ethics, the student is taught the value of honesty and professionalism in his practice, and learns practical means of scrutiny in dealing with clients. He reviews the NCBTMB Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. NCBTMB Code of Ethics, scope of practice, fundamental business and accounting practices, session, record keeping practices, and effective inter-professional communication.

CP1 Clinical Pathology (40 hours)

This course will explore the application of massage for clients with health concerns. You will study Anatomy and Physiology in a way that is applicable to your practice. You will review each Physiological System with emphasis on common pathologies. You will learn how massage and other modalities affect the human body in stress and in health, plus study indications, contraindications, and when to refer.

HH2 First Aid/Health & Hygiene (5 hours)

This is a practical course in distinguishing types of pathogens and how they are spread, and when massage may be contraindicated. Students also learn care of equipment, tables, vibrators, and clinic areas and themselves. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Basic First Aid. This class teaches the participant how to recognize an emergency and how to respond according to the American Heart Association or Red Cross training requirements. Students will receive a Certification card for both Adult CPR and First Aid.

EM4 Reflexology (22 hours) Elective Course at additional cost

Students will be able to use Foot, Hand, Ear Reflexology to target tension, range of motion, and pain conditions for specific parts and functions of the body, such as: Jaw (TMJ), neck, shoulders, lower back, hips, sciatica, headaches, sinus, lungs, stomach, colon, nutrient absorption, allergies, and more. Students will be able to determine when Foot, or Hands, or Ear Reflexology is most effective for the specific health challenges. Students will be able to describe the documented history, theory, and somatotopic map concept of Foot, Hand, and Ear Reflexology. They will be able to perform a One Hour Foot Reflexology Routine, a One Hour Hand Reflexology Routine, and a One Hour Ear Reflexology Routine. The Massage Therapist and Bodyworker will be able to demonstrate three different ways of incorporating Foot, Hand, and Ear Reflexology into their Massage and Bodywork session for increased results. Note: Reflexology does not count for Continuing Education.