MASS 144 - Business Practices for the Massage Therapist

Institution:

Spokane Falls Community College

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Description:

In this comprehensive course for the massage therapist, students study all facets of managing a successful professional business. Students learn to identify common business structures and formulate a business plan, including short and long term goals. Students learn the basic aspects of legal agreements and contracts for the professional massage therapy office. Client confidentiality, HCFA forms for billing, and HIPAA regulations are discussed. Client records, financial, tax and legal records are covered, as well as in depth knowledge of federal, state and local regulations for the industry. Students become proficient in effective management of time, including scheduling of clients. Prerequisite: HED 109, MASS 130, 132, 134, 136, 138. (SCC)

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.spokanefalls.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 533-3500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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