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Therapeutic Massage
This concentration provides you with information in anatomy and physiology of skeletal, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, and muscular systems. It includes information on different styles, techniques and viewpoints of massage.
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Curriculum varies based on the degree (A.A.S., A.S., or Technical Certificate) and is subject to change. Curriculum posted are samples; Advisors can help determine sequence of classes.

GENERAL EDUCATION -- 7 CREDITS
    Life Skills Elective 1
    English/Communications Elective 3
    Social Science/Science/Mathematics/Humanities Elective 3
PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL CORE -- 3 CREDITS
    Medical Terminology 3
CONCENTRATION -- 33 CREDITS
    Anatomy and Physiology I 3
    Anatomy and Physiology II 3
    Medical Law and Ethics 3
    Holistic Approach to Massage Therapy 3
    Massage Technician Training I 3
    Massage Financial Management 3
    Acupressure Theory and Methods 3
    Massage Technician Training II 3
    Massage Through the Lifespan 3
    Deep Tissue Muscle Release 3
    Pathology and Massage 3
    TOTAL CREDITS 43

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Erin Salts
Medical Assisting, '06
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