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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to creative fiber optic design by participation in small project groups. Each group will be assigned a fiber optic problem to solve by using innovative optical circuitry and possibly the construction of a working model. Lecture ( 30.00) Laboratory ( 30.00) Prerequisites: LFO-241
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6.00 Credits
The course teaches students how to integrate the body, mind and spirit through the art and science of Swedish massage. Students will be exposed to the basic components for massage: hands-on techniques, observation and palpation, business and marketing, record keeping, and basic theory. Professional standards and ethical guidelines are included along with recognition of endangerment sites and contraindications for massage. Lecture ( 60.00) Laboratory ( 60.00)
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1.00 Credits
This supervised course teaches students how to integrate the body, mind, and spirit through the art and science of Swedish massage to the general community. Students will be exposed to the basic components for massage: hands-on techniques, observation and palpation, recordkeeping, and basic theory. Professional standards and ethical guidelines are included along with recognition of endangerment sites and contraindications for massage. Clinical ( 100.00) Prerequisites: MAS-200
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1.00 Credits
Since massage and bodywork is physically, spiritually and mentally demanding, students need to learn how to take proper care of themselves. This course will instruct on proper body mechanics, stretching and strengthening exercises. This course also addresses the importance of creating a healthy and environmentally stable massage space. Students will be exposed to the various ways to use safe, environmentally sound practices to create a healthy massage/bodywork space for both practitioner and client. Lecture ( 15.00)
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4.00 Credits
This lecture-laboratory course is designed to increase the student's knowledge base in applied human anatomy, physiology and kinesiology by reviewing and expanding upon the foundational level of information presented in the Human Biology (BIO-103) course. Specific emphasis will be placed on further developing the student's understanding of those human systems that most directly affect the practice of body workers. Aspects of human disease, injury, nutrition and wellness concepts will also be introduced. The objective of this course is to provide the student with a working knowledge base of applied human anatomy, physiology and kinesiology that will assist them in preparation for national certification examinations, state certification, safe and effective practice, professional communication with clients and health care professionals, understanding massage and medical information, and participation in other advanced massage therapy courses. Lecture ( 45.00) Laboratory ( 30.00) Prerequisites: BIO-103
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2.00 Credits
This course will help to integrate the bodyworker's knowledge of applied anatomy and physiology into various methods of both eastern and western massage. In addition, this course will prepare the student for the anatomy and physiology requirements for the massage therapy national exam. Lecture ( 30.00) Prerequisites: MAS-209
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1.00 Credits
This course introduces the student to the therapeutic benefits and uses of aromatherapy. Emphasis will be placed on developing a respectful appreciation and understanding of the nature of essential oils and how the student can utilize them in their professional and personal life. This course explains the history of aromatherapy, the properties of essential oils, blending techniques, choosing the correct carriers, contraindications and safety factors of essential oil use, as well as the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of essential oil use. Lecture ( 15.00)
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1.00 Credits
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a foundation for understanding Chinese medicinal theory and Chinese healing arts. The course links up fundamental Chinese Medicine concepts to the diagnosis and treatment of disharmony and disease. The course first covers the basic concepts of Chinese medicine - Tao, Qi, yin and yang, the five element correspondences and cycles known as wu xing - and how they relate to human health. Building on this foundation, students learn the significance of signs and symptoms of disease by studying various approaches to diagnosis, and forming a treatment strategy. Lecture ( 15.00)
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to give the student basic skills in aromatherapy education. The therapeutic properties of aromatherapy oils and the multitude of ways the oils can be utilized are discussed. Safe, responsible use of aromatherapy is emphasized. This course follows the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy Guidelines for Level 1 certification for family and friends practice. Lecture ( 30.00)
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2.00 Credits
This course will cover approximately 48 herbs that are used for both pharmaceutical and culinary purposes. Information will be given about an herb's flavor, properties, organ meridians affected, clinical applications and corresponding indications in terms of biomedical diagnosis. The course will familiarize the students with the way of diagnosis, the causes of disease, and the diagnostic systems of Traditional Chinese Medicine as applicable to the herbal pharmacology. Lecture ( 30.00)
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