MAS-120: Introduction to Massage Therapy

Course Description

This course introduces students to the basic treatment strokes used in western massage therapy as well as client draping, client positioning, use of oils, use of equipment, hygiene and principles of treatment, joint manipulation, body mechanics, and therapist's self-care. The physiological effects of massage on the circulatory system and skin are covered. Two class hours, three laboratory hours. Offered Fall, Spring and Summer Semesters.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of high school or college level courses in Biology, Chemistry, and Algebra with a grade of C or higher, or permission of program coordinator; corequisites: MAS 130, BIO 142. .

MAS-120 Sections for Fall 2010

With the following scheduling option(s)

2 Sections Offered

MAS-120, Section 100

CRN #12847
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

Deneen Rhode

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 10, Room 100B
Sep 7th, 2010 – Dec 23rd, 2010Monday, Friday
11:00 am - 11:50 am
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 10, Room 100B
Date(s) Sep 7th, 2010 – Dec 23rd, 2010
Day / Time Monday, Friday
11:00 am - 11:50 am

***When registering for the lecture, CRN# 12847, MAS 120-100, you must also register for the laboratory, CRN# 12848, MAS 120-105***

***Registration is restricted to students in the following majors: MA01 or MA30***

MAS-120, Section 105

CRN #12848
Traditional (In-Person)

Instructor(s)

Deneen Rhode

Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LaboratoryBrighton Campus
Building 09, Room 145
Sep 7th, 2010 – Dec 23rd, 2010Monday
1:00 pm - 3:50 pm
Type Laboratory
Location Brighton Campus
Building 09, Room 145
Date(s) Sep 7th, 2010 – Dec 23rd, 2010
Day / Time Monday
1:00 pm - 3:50 pm

***When registering for the laboratory, CRN# 12848, MAS 120-105, you must also register for the lecture, CRN# 12847, MAS 120-100***

***Registration is restricted to students in the following majors: MA01 or MA30***