MT 100L - Massage I - Basic Swedish Lab

1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): RD 90 and WR 90 or WR 91 (WR 91 substitutes for both RD 90 and WR 90) or designated placement, and acceptance into the Massage Therapy Career Pathway Certificate program.

Corequisite(s): MT 100, and BI 121, BI 121L or BI 231, BI 231L

Course Description: Provides instruction in the history, techniques, treatment procedures, structure of the body parts, and practical application of Swedish massage for each area. Students will learn about massage equipment, sanitation, professional hygiene, and client communication including client history, indications, and contraindications for massage. Objectives and benefits of massage will also be covered.

Course Level: Career/Tech Preparatory

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Demonstrate competence in application of Swedish massage techniques for each area of the body.
CLO#2: Demonstrate safe application of Swedish massage and endangerment site areas.
CLO#3: Use proper functional draping procedures and safe, appropriate positioning techniques based on client needs.
CLO#4: Conduct a thorough client health history interview and determine client’s expectations for the massage.
CLO#5: Implement self-care activities to support well-being for and prevent injury to the therapist. (ILO: Communication)
CLO#6: Demonstrate safe, effective body mechanics in the use of massage on massage tables based on the size and shape of the client to prevent injury of the therapist.
CLO#7: Demonstrate good hygiene and standard sanitary precautions and practices for infection control for individuals, the environment and equipment.
CLO#8: Demonstrate safe and effective use of massage equipment and supplies such as massage tables, linens, lubricants and gloves.