MAS-1005 - Introduction to Massage Therapy* (1)

Prerequisite: RDG 0800 or FYS 1010T

This course provides an overview of the massage therapy profession. Topics include the history, benefits, and contraindications of massage, as well as self-care, basic hygiene, sanitation, and infection control. Students are introduced to Eastern and Western Massage modalities, and learn self-massage techniques and several basic techniques for use with friends and family. Students must pass this course with a minimum grade of C or better to continue with the full program in massage therapy.