MAS-1005 - Introduction to Massage Therapy (1)

Prerequisite: RDG 0800 ;

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.