• MAM 115: Clinical Practicum I

  2.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  This course is designed for students to participate in mammography radiographic examinations under approved supervision in the clinical setting. Students will obtain experience concerning the proper use of radiographic equipment, along with the development of skills in positioning, patient care, image analysis, and radiation safety practices. Students must complete and document a minimum of 75 mammographic examinations (screening and/or diagnostic) in addition to the 25 examinations that are required by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA). 240 total clinical hours (Co-requisite: MAM 110).Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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• MAM 120: Mammography Pathology

  1.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  This course will cover radiographic pathology and abnormalities of the breast. It is designed to enhance knowledge of registered mammographers as well as those seeking to take the A.R.R.T. mammography registry. (1 lecture hour/week)Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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• MAM 130: Instrum and QC for Mammography

  3.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  A detailed study of mammography physics, equipment, and quality control tests. Topics include mammographic x-ray tubes, circuitry, generators, instrumentation, digital and film-screen imaging systems (3 lecture hours/week).

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• MAM 135: Clinical Education II

  3.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Students perform a variety of Mammography procedures under supervision of a registered technologist at assigned facilities (students must complete a minimum of 120 mammography exams following specific procedural requirements to qualify for ARRT certification examination). Co-requisite: Instrumentation and Quality Control for Mammography.

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• MAS 100: Intro to Therapeutic Massage

  0.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Students will practice a massage routine designed to enhance relaxation and stress reduction. Careful attention to sanitation, hygiene, client comfort, and modesty will be part of the course requirements. Equipment and creating an environment for relaxation will be briefly addressed. (1 hour lecture, 5 hours lab)
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• MAS 105: East Asian Mass and Bodywork

  0.00 - 2.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Students will be introduced to several therapies based on meridian/accupoint theory (Tuina, Shiatsu, Amma, Accupressure, etc.) and on movement and breath (Tai Chi, Yoga, Etc.) Meridian/occupoint theory is now covered in the National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. (2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab)
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• MAS 113: Massage Physio and Pathology I

  3.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Students will learn basic anatomy and physiology of the major body systems. Within each body system this course will cover pathologies that massage therapists may commonly encounter. Emphasis will be on understanding the impact of massage techniques on normal physiology as well as on selected pathologies and medications. (3 lecture hours/week)Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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• MAS 114: Massage Physio and Patho II

  3.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Students will learn basic anatomy and physiology of the major body systems. Within each body system this course will cover pathologies that massage therapists may commonly encounter. Emphasis will be on understanding the impact of massage techniques on normal physiology as well as on selected pathologies. (3 lecture hours/week)Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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• MAS 117: TN Massage Law & Pract Ethics

  3.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  This course will cover Tennessee law as it relates to massage therapy, understanding the rules of the Tennessee Board of Massage regulating the practice of massage therapy and scope of practice for massage therapists. The importance of a professional presence will be discussed. Students will begin to develop professional boundaries as well as confidence and compassion in addressing the emotional dimensions of massage therapy. Codes of ethics will be examined and applied to real life dilemmas in massage practice. (3 lecture hours/week)Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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• MAS 118: Massage Bus, Profes & Comm

  2.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Designed for a student who plans to work as an employee, a self-employed independent contractor or an employer of other massage therapists, this course will cover basics of business record keeping, taxes, insurance, contracts, job applications, and legal business structures for business. Promotional materials and methods of practice building will also be emphasized. They will learn to write clear, concise and accurate clinical documentation. Students will describe the components of a therapeutic environment, the importance of professional communication, scheduling, time management, and managing stressors and burnout. (2 lecture hours/week)Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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