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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
MLT 276 MLT Practicum III (Hematology/Hemostasis/Chemistry) (0-0-18-6)
Prerequisites: MLT 120, MLT 220, MLT 130, MLT 230
This course provides entry-level clinical laboratory experience. Emphasis is placed on tech-
nique, accuracy, and precision. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate entry-level competence on nal clinical evaluations.
THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
MTH 110 Fundamentals of Massage (6-9-3-10)
This course introduces concepts basic to the role of the massage therapist in a variety of clinical settings. Emphasis is placed on beginning theory and techniques of body work as well as skill in therapeutic touch. Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to apply basic practical massage therapy skills.
MTH 120 Therapeutic Massage Applications (6-9-3-10)
Prerequisite: MTH 110
This course provides an expanded knowledge and skill base for the massage therapist in a
variety of clinical settings.. Emphasis is placed on selected therapeutic approaches throughout the lifespan. Upon completion, students should be able to perform entry level therapeutic massage on various populations.
Note: This course also covers physical agents utilized with massage, introduces the student to the additional techniques of acupressure, Amma, Shiatsu, and Jin Shin Do and will focus on the business practices related to this industry.
MTH 121 Clinical Supplement I (0-0-3-1)
Corequisite: Take one: MTH-110, MTH-120, MTH-125
This course is designed to introduce the student to a variety of clinical experiences. Emphasis
is placed on applying the therapeutic massage process across the lifespan. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate delivery of massage techniques in a clinical setting.
MTH 125 Ethics of Massage (2-0-0-2)
This course is designed to explore issues related to the practice of massage therapy. Em- phasis is placed on ethical, legal, professional, and political issues. Upon completion , students should be able to discuss issues relating to the practice of massage therapy, client/therapist relationships as well as ethical issues.
Note: This course also focuses on the North Carolina Laws, Rules and Regulations speci c to the practice of massage and bodywork.
MTH 130 Therapeutic Massage Management (2-0-0-2)
Prerequisite: MTH 110
This course introduces the basic responsibilities in the development and administration of
a professional massage therapy practice. Emphasis is placed on identifying successful prac- tice management methods such as selecting a business structure, negotiating a contract/ lease, developing a business/marketing plan, designing a massage space, differentiating spa from clinical practice, management of client/ nancial records and physician referral. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and manage a massage therapy practice.
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