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Massage Therapy

The Massage Therapy Program prepares the individual to provide massage therapy principles, ethics, and business application. The program would aim to prepare students to successfully complete the program, earn employment in their field of study, and attain applicable technical assessments. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to sit for the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx).  Massage Therapy Technology Program is located in Ridgeland, with a Spring/January start date. 


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Program Curriculum

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE

FIRST YEAR:
First Semester
  • CPR and First Aid MGT 1111
    MGT 1111 - CPR and First Aid. This course develops the knowledge and skills necessary to provide emergency care for the injured or ill until appropriate professionals take over. One hour lecture. One hour credit.
  • Introduction to Massage Therapy MGT 1214
    MGT 1214 - Introduction to Massage Therapy. This course teaches the student theories and principles of therapeutic massage and includes the effects, benefits, indications and contraindications, history of massage therapy, Mississippi laws and regulations pertaining to massage therapist, educational and licensing requirements, professional ethics, equipment and products, client evaluations, draping techniques, massage environment, massage therapy in a healthcare system, sanitary and safety practices, therapist body mechanics, conditioning, strengthening, flexibility, human relationship skills, and basic business and marketing skills. Four hours lecture. Four hours credit.
  • Massage Therapy I MGT 1224
    MGT 1224 - Massage Therapy I. This course examines basic skills in massage therapy for various modalities. Each modality will move into the next progressive phase enhancing the student's knowledge. Four hours lecture. Four hours credit.
  • Massage Therapy I Lab MGT 1233
    MGT 1233 - Massage Therapy I Lab. This course develops basic skills in massage therapy for various modalities in a laboratory setting. Each modality will move into the next progressive phase enhancing the student's knowledge. Six hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
  • Massage Therapy Clinical Lab I MGT 1281
    MGT 1281 - Massage Therapy Clinical Lab I. This course applies the principles and theories of Introduction to Massage Therapy and Massage Therapy I. Two hours laboratory. One hour credit.
  • Pathology and Medical Terminology MGT 1343
    MGT 1343 - Pathology and Medical Terminology. This course is designed to teach the student functional assessment of therapeutic massage in relation to pathology. The student learns pathology of multiple systems and determines its impact on the delivery of massage therapy services in his or her own practice. Discussion of the massage therapy scope of practice and its relationship to other allied health professions is included. Understanding methods of communication with other professionals and clients, exploring holistic self-care practices, and developing a systematic evaluation and documentation scheme are also covered. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
  • Massage Therapy Anatomy and Physiology I MGT 2514
    MGT 2514 - Massage Therapy Anatomy and Physiology I. A combined lecture and laboratory course that covers the anatomical and physiological study of the human body as an integrated whole. The course includes detailed studies of: biological principles; tissues; and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
Total 20 Hours
Second Semester
  • Massage Therapy II MGT 1244
    MGT 1244 - Massage Therapy II. Students will develop basic skills in massage therapy. Each modality will move into the next progressive phase enhancing the student's knowledge. Four hours lecture. Four hours credit.
  • Specialized Modalities I MGT 1272
    MGT 1272 - Specialized Modalities I. Students will be introduced to several different traditions of massage and bodywork. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
Total 6 Hours
Third Semester
  • Massage Therapy II Lab MGT 1253
    MGT 1253 - Massage Therapy II Lab. Students will develop basic skills in massage therapy in a laboratory setting. Each modality will move into the next progressive phase enhancing the student's knowledge. Six hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
  • Massage Therapy Clinical Lab II MGT 1263
    MGT 1263 - Massage Therapy Clinical Lab II. This course applies the principles and theories of Introduction to Massage Therapy and Massage Therapy I and builds on the principles and theories taught in Massage Therapy II and is a continuation of Massage Therapy Clinical Lab I. Six hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
  • Kinesiology MGT 1333
    MGT 1333 - Kinesiology. This course studies the mechanical aspects of human motion. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
  • Board Preparation MGT 1612
    MGT 1612 - Board Preparation. A basic course to provide students with skills review for board certification. *If student is already a Licensed Massage Therapist, another academic course may be taken. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
  • Massage Therapy III MGT 2223
    MGT 2223 - Massage Therapy III. This course will provide students with additional knowledge and information in the area of techniques. Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
  • Specialized Modalities II MGT 2272
    MGT 2272 – Specialized Modalities II. This course will provide students more in-depth knowledge of additional traditions of massage and bodywork. Two hours lecture. Two hours credit.
  • Massage Therapy Anatomy and Physiology II MGT 2524
    MGT 2524 - Massage Therapy Anatomy and Physiology II. A combined lecture and laboratory course that includes detailed studies of the anatomy and physiology of human special senses, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic and immune, respiratory, digestive, and urinary systems, as well as reproduction and development. Labs associated with this course contain experiments and exercises that reinforce the principles introduced in lecture classes. Three hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
Total 20 Hours
SECOND YEAR:
First Semester
  • English Composition I ENG 1113
    ENG 1113 - English Composition I (Prerequisite: ENG 0124 or ENG 1033 with C or appropriate placement score). This course prepares the student to think critically and compose texts for academic and professional rhetorical situations. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
  • Social/Behavioral Science Elective (3)
  • Humanities/Fine Arts Elective (3)
  • English Composition II ENG 1123 OR Public Speaking I SPT/COM 1113 OR Social/Behavioral Science (3)
  • College Algebra MAT 1313 OR Natural Science w/Lab (4)
Total 15 Hours

(Option One) A Technical Certificate may be earned after successfully completing the first 46 hours of career technical coursework.

(Option Two) An AAS Degree may be earned after successfully completing required career technical and academic coursework.

Enrollment in a minimum of 15 hours each semester is recommended for eligibility for state aid, institutional scholarships, and the tuition break.

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