2007 College Catalog

Allied Health Certificate

Massage Therapy*

Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites Semester
Offered Semester
Taken Grade
Earned
BIO105 Survey of Human Anatomy and Physiology** 4 MAT020, ENL020, and ENL050 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores every
MTC135 Introduction to Complementary Healing Practices (formerly HEA135) 3 -
COM103 Oral Communication 3 ENL010 or a satisfactory reading comprehension score on the basic skills assessment every
MTC110 Pathology for Massage Therapy 3 BIO105 -
MTC105 Introduction to Shiatsu 1 -
MTC115 Kinesiology for Massage Therapy 2 BIO105 -
MTC101 Massage Therapy I 4 BIO105, MTC110, HEA135 -
MTC120 Self Care for Healthcare Practitioners 1 -
MTC201 Massage Therapy II 4 MTC101 and MTC115 -
MTC205 Massage Therapy Clinical Practicum 2 MTC101, MTC115, and MTC105 -
MTC225 Massage Therapy Professional Ethics and Practice Management 2 MTC101 -
Total Credits: 29

Allied Health Certificate Admission Requirements
Admission into the Allied Health certificates requires that the applicant attend an information session and have an interview. Students must also meet all health requirements (Immunization Requirements) and pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Record Information (SORI) check. To remain in these programs a student must maintain a 75% average in the required courses, a satisfactory clinical evaluation, and adhere to the attendance policy.

Overview: The Massage Therapy certificate provides 600 hours in the art and science of massage. A focus is the mind-body connection, and how caring, competent touch can promote healing. Students practice their skills in a supervised, clinical setting. Graduates are qualified to take the national certification exam. The College will seek approval from the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA). Acceptance into the certificate is contingent upon an acceptable report from the Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Record Information (SORI).

Career Outlook Statement: The Cape Cod Times reports that the Massage Therapy field has many more career opportunities than people to fill them. Massage Therapists have moved into new arenas of both wellness and rehabilitation including sports medicine, physical therapy, and even dentistry. Licensed massage therapists find opportunities in complementary and traditional healthcare settings, working as self-employed practitioners in private or group offices and as salaried or commissioned employees.

Program Outcomes: Students completing the Massage Therapy certificate will be able to complete the following, as outlined in COMTA (Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation) standards:
Plan and organize an effective massage and bodywork session
Perform a massage therapy and bodywork session for therapeutic benefit
Develop and implement a self-care strategy
Develop successful and ethical therapeutic relationships with clients
Develop a strategy for successful practice, business or employment situation
Identify strategies to participate in professional activities and pursue professional development

* Refer to the policy statement for the Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Record Information (SORI).

**For students interested in pursuing other health-careers, BIO107 and BIO108 (Human Anatomy and Physiology I & II) are recommended. See your advisor for more information.