CE Course Schedule
Course Listings as of July 06, 2008 at 01:30am
Massage Therapy Day Classes
** May Qualify for Financial Aid – Contact 512.223.7547 **
Designed for individuals who wish to become licensed to practice Massage Therapy in the state of Texas. For admission to the Massage Therapy program, each student must meet the following requirements:
-Be at least 18 years of age
-Hold a high school diploma or GED
-Have no criminal record
-Be in good general health
Passing score on appropriate assessment and/or department approval required. All students must contact 512.223.7583 before registering.
CPR and First Aid required before registration.
The following nine courses make up the required curriculum for the basic certificate and licensure in Massage Therapy.
MSSG 1013 Anatomy & Physiology for Massage
MSSG 2014 Physiology for Massage
MSSG 2013 Kinesiology for Massage
MSSG 1005 Hydrotherapy/Therapeutic Modalities
MSSG 1007 Business Practices & Professional Ethics
MSSG 1009 Health & Hygiene in Massage
MSSG 1011 Massage Therapy Fundamentals I
MSSG 2011 Massage Therapy Fundamentals II
MSSG 2086 Massage Therapy Internship
MSSG 1005 Hydrotherapy/Therapeutic Modalities
(30.0 hours/$210.00/$3.50 Insurance)
The use of accepted hydrotherapy and holistic modalities of external application of temperature for its reflexive effect. Meets the minimum 20-contact-hour requirement for licensure for Massage.
20 92560 Aug 29 - Nov 14 11:00am -12:30p F RVS X300 OH Lemire, Stacey R
MSSG 1007 Business Practices and Professional Ethics
(50.0 hours/$350.00)
The study of physical and financial office practices and marketing. Includes ethical practices for massage therapists as established by law or regulatory agency. Meets the minimum 45-contact-hour requirement for licensure.
18 92561 Nov 21 - Feb 13 9:00am - 2:00p F RVS X300 OH Sollock, Ben E
MSSG 1009 Health and Hygiene
(30.0 hours/$210.00)
The study of safety and sanitation practices including universal precautions. The importance of proper body mechanics, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, maintaining the massage environment, and the advantage of therapeutic relationships is also included. Meets the minimum 20-contact-hour requirement for licensure.
18 92562 Aug 29 - Nov 14 9:00am -11:30a F RVS X300 OH Lemire, Stacey R
MSSG 1011 Massage Therapy Fundamentals I
(125.0 hours/$815.00/$50.00 Lab/$13.50 Insurance)
Introduction to the theory and application of skills necessary to perform Swedish massage to meet the first minimum 125-contact-hour requirement for licensure. Online HIPAA required at http://www2.austincc.edu/ce/hpi.html.
18 92563 Aug 25 - Dec 20 9:00am - 2:00p M RVS X300 Staff
Aug 25 - Dec 20 12:00pm - 5:00p S RVS X300
MSSG 1013 Anatomy and Physiology for Massage
(80.0 hours/$560.00)
In-depth coverage of the structure and function of the human body. Includes cell structure and function, tissues, body organization, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems. Emphasizes homeostasis/wellness care. Meets the minimum 75-contact hour requirement for licensure in massage.
12 92564 Aug 27 - Nov 26 W RVS X300 Staff
MSSG 2013 Kinesiology for Massage
(55.0 hours/$385.00)
Applied study of human kinesiology. Muscle movements and dysfunctions will be discussed and palpated. Includes theory and practice of functional muscle testing. Meets the minimum 50-contact-hour requirement for licensure.
Prerequisites: MSSG 1013 Anatomy and Physiology, MSSG 1001-Anatomy: Massage Therapy, and MSSG 1003-Physiology: Massage Therapy.
x 000 Jun 25 - Sep 3 9:00am - 2:00p W RVS X300 OH Matthews, Alex D
12 92573 Dec 3 - Mar 4 W RVS X300 OH Matthews, Alex D
MSSG 2014 Pathology for Massage
(45.0 hours/$315.00)
General discussion of pathologies as they relate to massage therapy. Includes universal precautions and their management in professional practice. Also covers etiology, signs, symptoms, and the physiological and psychological reactions to disease and injury. Meets the minimum 40-contact-hour requirement for licensure for Massage.
Prerequisites: MSSG 1013-Anatomy & Physiology.
9 90378 Jul 18 - Sep 5 9:00am - 2:00p F RVS X300 OH Matthews, Alex D
MSSG 2086 Internship: Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
(50.0 hours/$150.00/$50.00 Lab/$13.50 Insurance)
A work-based learning experience that enables the student to apply specialized occupational theory, skills and concepts. A learning plan is developed by the college and the employer. Meets the minimum 50-contact-hour requirement for licensure for Massage. Call 512.223.7541 for appointments.
16 90379 Sep 10 - Nov 12 9:00am - 9:00p MTWThF HBC 405.0 Staff
Sep 10 - Nov 12 9:00am - 6:00p S HBC 405.0
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