3 courses with the subject MTPY, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MTPY 101Introduction to Massage Therapy, Theory, Techniques and Practice4
(2 lecture, 4 lab) Course Description An overview of the field of massage therapy including a history of Swedish massage from ancient to modern times. It includes an introduction to the different types of massage strokes such as superficial stroking, deep touch and kneading. Discussions will also include the indications (benefits), contraindications, and precautions of massage. The course will cover the role of disease in massage therapy. The study of body mechanics, positioning, draping, proper sanitation, hygiene, and safety will be covered. The course objectives are enhanced through varied learning experiences including lecture, laboratory, and readings. Prerequisite High School Biology or BIOL 116 or BIOL 101 Corequisite BIOL 131 Text Beck, Mark. Milady’s Theory and Practice of Therapeutic Massage , 6h ed. Albany: Milady, 2017. Objectives
MTPY 102Intermediate Massage Therapy, Theory, Techniques and Practice5
(3 lecture, 4 lab) Course Description An overview of anatomy, palpation, and kinesiology. Discussions will continue covering the five basic Swedish massage strokes and their application to the entire body. This course will provide the student with an introduction of massage techniques for table and chair massages. Topics will include screening and interviewing clients, observation and consultation techniques. Students will be responsible for the set up and proper infection control and clean-up. An introductory discussion of the various massage associations will be covered. The course objectives are enhanced through varied learning experiences including lecture, laboratory, readings, and portfolio. Prerequisite MTPY 101. Corequisite BIOL 132 Or BIOL 116 Text Beck, Mark. Milady’s Theory and Practice of Therapeutic Massage, 5th ed. Albany: Milady, 2010. Objectives
MTPY 103Advanced Massage Therapy, Theory, Techniques and Practice5
(3 lecture, 4 lab) Course Description The study of advanced massage techniques utilizing chair, table, alternate positions, and procedures preparing the student for entry level practice as a massage therapist. Information concerning professional issues and contemporary practice techniques of massage therapy will be discussed with emphasis on various practice settings for massage therapy in the community. Major concerns and trends of the profession will be presented and include ethics, licensure, personal safety, client safety, and continuing education. Knowledge and skills essential in developing and marketing a massage practice, preparing a budget, a business plan, reimbursement, quality assurance, and job readiness topics will be covered. Prerequisite MTPY 102. Text Beck, Mark. Milady’s Theory and Practice of Therapeutic Massage, 4th ed. Albany: Milady, 2010 Objectives
