MTC 110 - Massage Therapy Theory and Technique II

Institution:

Greenfield Community College

Subject:

Massage Therapy

Description:

Integrates supervised table practice of palpation skills with body mechanics to form the foundation for mastery of massage techniques. Students learn fundamentals of neuroskeletal organization, technical skills for palpation, tissue listening, bone tracing, and joint mobilization. Students implement safe, effective body mechanics for injury prevention/self care in massage practice and develop sensory/kinesthetic awareness and skillful, efficient movement patterns as lifelong tools for change. (Offered: Every Fall) Prereq: COL 090 and ENG 090 or satisfactory placement test scores.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.gcc.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 775-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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