Massage Therapy Principles/Procedures 2

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4 Lab Hours Prerequisites: BIO 103 or BIO 115 or BIO 161 ; MAS 101 ; MAS 110 or PTA 101 Co-requisites: MAS 111 or BIO 160 or BIO 241 ; MAS 201 Description This course builds upon the techniques and approaches learned in MAS-101 and provides students with the unique approach to massage known as seated or chair massage. Students further develop their skills in assessment and charting by documenting therapeutic outcomes. Benefits and precautions for chair massage and spa modalities are discussed. Students identify and analyze successful business practices and marketing techniques. In the laboratory portion of the course, students practice advanced Swedish relaxation massage teachniques, relevant spa therapies and seated massage methods. Students are required to volunteer outside of scheduled class time. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate.