MT 112 - Massage for Pregnancy and the Infant/Child

1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into a Massage Therapy program, or permission of Instructor.

Corequisite(s): MT 112L

Course Description: Provides instruction in full-body massage that can be done in a side lying position for pregnant women. This technique is also ideal for people with neck and back problems. Massage techniques for infants and children will also be covered as well as the importance of touch for children with special needs.

Course Level: Career/Tech Preparatory

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Identify considerations and contraindications of pregnancy massage as well as safe application of modalities.
CLO#2: Identify and state benefits and goals of infant/child massage as well as considerations and contraindications. (ILO: Communication)