May 20, 2024  
2024-2025 SCC Catalog 
    
2024-2025 SCC Catalog

MTH 131 - Clinical Applications of Massage II


Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 9 Credits: 4

Description: Students will perform massage therapy in a clinical setting using advanced techniques and specialty modalities. Students will be closely supervised and evaluated by the instructor.

Prerequisite(s): MTH 122 , MTH 123 , MTH 136 , and MTH 138 .
Course Topics:
  • Review of relaxation massage techniques
  • Review of SOAP notes
  • Review of spa services
  • Review of Deep Tissue techniques, various tools and modalities
  • Introduction to 90min massage sessions
  • Implement advanced techniques and specialty modalities
  • Perform evaluations on instructions for constructive feedback
  • Perform evaluations on peers for constructive feedback
  • Develop strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills
  • Complete core competencies to perform massage safely, ethically, and effectively

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website
Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A =  90 - 100
B =   80 - 89
C =   70 - 79
D =   60 - 69
F =     0 - 59


Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Demonstrate professional responsibility and adherence to ethical principles.
  2. Speak publicly, listen actively, and respond effectively.
  3. Identify common evidence-based indications and contradictions for massage and discuss benefits of massage with clients.
  4. Demonstrate active listening and critical thinking skills in interviewing and determining an appropriate treatment plan for a client.
  5. Provide a professional and effective relaxation massage using classic (Swedish) techniques, demonstrate the appropriate application of deep tissue massage.

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