MAS-120: Introduction to Massage Therapy
- 3 Credit Hours
- Fall 2010
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
2 Sections Offered
MAS-120, Section 100
Scheduled Meeting Times
| Type | Location | Date(s) | Day / Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Brighton Campus Building 10, Room 100B | Sep 7th, 2010 – Dec 23rd, 2010 | Monday, 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
Scheduled Meeting Times
| Type | Location | Date(s) | Day / Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laboratory | Brighton Campus Building 09, Room 145 | Sep 7th, 2010 – Dec 23rd, 2010 | Monday 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***