Therapeutic Massage - Davidson County Community College

Therapeutic Massage from Davidson County Community College is a Campus Associate Massage Therapy degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Curriculum Description The Therapeutic Massage curriculum prepares graduates to work in direct client care settings to provide manipulation, methodical pressure, friction and kneading of the body for maintaining wellness or treating alterations in wellness throughout the lifespan. Courses will include content in normal human anatomy and physiology, therapeutic massage, ethical/legal issues, business practices, nutrition, and psychology. Employment opportunities in North Carolina may be found in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, health departments, home health, medical offices, nursing homes, spas, health and sports clubs, and private practice. Graduates may be eligible to take the National Certification for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Competencies Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to: 1. Describe the physiological and emotional benefits of massage therapy. 2. Execute an effective treatment plan based on knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and common pathologies as well as assessment of client information. 3. Perform massage therapy for therapeutic benefit through application of techniques such as effleurage, petrissage, friction, tapotement, and vibration while utilizing the hands, fingers, thumbs, elbows, forearms, and/or feet as appropriate. 4. Develop successful and ethical client therapist relationships. 5. Demonstrate appreciation for the legal, ethical, and professional parameters essential to the profession of massage therapy. 6. Model oral and written communication skills appropriate for establishing and maintaining therapeutic relationships with clients and interacting with other professionals. 7. Develop employment strategies and/or a business plan that reflect(s) understanding of business practices, legal issues, and federal, state, and local regulations related to the practice of massage therapy. 8. Develop a professional development and personal wellness plan that reflects commitment to lifelong learning and continuous improvement. View more details on Davidson County Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Massage Therapy courses.