
Course Description
Areas of Study
This program in our massage school will provide instructions and practical experience in the following subjects:
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Theory and history of massage therapy
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Medical terminology
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Basic massage techniques
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Anatomy, physiology, and pathology, kinesiology
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Professional, ethical, sanitary and safety practices
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Alternative modalities in massage therapy
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Proper body mechanics
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Body work assessment
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Business set up business, including marketing, accounting, filing tax
Types of Massage
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The theory and history of Swedish Massage
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Swedish Massage techniques
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Anatomy, physiology, and pathology for Swedish Massage
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Introduction to Hot Stone Massage
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Hands on clinical internship in a professional setting
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Introduction to Lymph Massage
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Introduction in Reflexology techniques
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Introduction to Thai Massage
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Sport Massage
Human Anatomy
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Structure of cell, cytoplasm, centrosome, nucleus cell membrane
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Connective tissue
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Nervous tissue
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Fibrous connective tissue membranes
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Anatomical positions of the body
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Medical terminology
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Pathology
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Kinesiology
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And more
Business Topics
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Attitude, self image and business success
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Professional, ethical, and safety procedures
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Required permits, licenses and insurance
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Employment and independent contractor
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Marketing, advertising, and promotion
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Bookkeeping and balance sheet
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Setting up business entity
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Filing taxes