• MASS 1102: Clinical Fieldwork

  1.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Fieldwork externships are a valuable opportunity to work in professional massage settings under the direct supervision. Students must document at least 60 hours of massage practice in four (4) differ professional settings working on other massage professionals, business clients and/or medical patients. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Massage Therapy Program. (60 total clinic hours) Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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• MASS 1201: Massage Bus, Prof, and 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. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Massage Therapy Program. (2 lecture hours/week) Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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• MASS 1205: Special Topics in Massage Ther

  2.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  An in depth study of a particular topic related to massage therapy by a qualified student under the supervision of a faculty member. Not part of the Massage Therapy Program of Study. Course is offered on demand. (Prerequisite: Licensed massage therapist in any state and consent of the program director) Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway
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• MASS 1301: TN Mass Law and Prac Ethics

  3.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Students will begin to develop professional boundaries by studying prevailing statutes, rules and regulations governing Massage Therapy in the State of Tennessee. Various Codes of ethics will be examined and Students will be expected to apply gained knowledge to real life dilemmas in massage practices. This course will cover TN Ethical Standards as they relate to massage therapy and scope of practice for massage therapists. Coursework will include completing most elements in an application for a Tennessee Massage Therapist License and understanding the rules of the Tennessee Board of Massage regulating the practice of massage therapy. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Massage Therapy Program. (3 lecture hours/week) Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway
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• MASS 1302: Swedish Massage

  0.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Students will learn the history and techniques of Swedish Massage, which serves as a foundation for the development of Western styles of massage. Through extensive hands-on practice students will develop skillful pressure, pacing, and sequencing in the application of these techniques. Students will master one effective routine for relaxation massage. Efficient and effective body mechanics will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Massage Therapy Program. (1 lecture hour/week and 5 lab hours/week) Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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• MASS 1303: Massage for Special Population

  0.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Students will learn contraindications, precautions, special positioning & techniques appropriate for various special populations that have special needs, conditions, and/or situations. An array of populations may be explored that may include, but not be limited to pregnant women, the elderly, athletes, cancer patients, AIDS patients, persons with mobility challenges that may require seated/chair massage. Students will explore ways of adapting and adjusting their massage techniques, pressure usage, timing, and pace to meet the unique needs of various special populations. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Massage Therapy Program. (2 hours of lecture/week and 1 hour of lab/week) Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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• MASS 1304: Overview of Somatic Therapies

  0.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Licensure in the Massage Therapy field requires a graduate to pass a national competency exam. This course takes students through an overview of materials covered in the previous nine months, provides an opportunity to explore exam study strategies, exam-taking strategies, and will ensure that all required standard competencies were addressed. Students will be encouraged to search out and utilize additional exam preparation materials available on the internet. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Massage Therapy Program. (2 lecture hours/week and 1 lab hour/week) Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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• MASS 1305: Special Topics in Massage Ther

  3.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  An in depth study of a particular topic related to massage therapy by a qualified student under the supervision of a faculty member. Not part of the Massage Therapy Program of Study. Course is offered on demand. (Prerequisite: Licensed massage therapist in any state and consent of the program director) Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway
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• MASS 1401: Fundamentals of Muscle Anatomy

  0.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Students will learn musculoskeletal anatomy, kinesiology, palpation and assessment of the major muscles in the body. Coursework may include building the muscles in clay, finding the muscles and attachment sites in the student's own body and/or palpating them in other students. Assessment of muscle tone and beginning skills in manual release of specific muscle tension will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Massage Therapy Program. (2 lecture hour and 6 laboratory hours/week) Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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• MASS 1402: Medical Massage Therapies

  0.00 - 4.00 Credits

  Roane State Community College

  
  Students will apply knowledge of pain patterns, posture distortions, trigger points, fascial restrictions and contraindications to choose effective techniques for clients seeking relief from myofascial pain. Students will use SOAP Notes, Client Reports, and supplemental forms to document sessions with clients. In a brief letter to a hypothetical physician, students will demonstrate ability to communicate theory, assessment & practical application information. Students will locate and evaluate information & research related to massage therapy for myofascial pain. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Massage Therapy Program. (2 hours of lecture/week and 6 hours of lab/week) Not part of a TN Transfer Pathway.
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