| Number of hours/brief descriptions |
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| Anatomy/Physiology |
| -Hours |
80 |
| -Description |
Principles of scientific method. Structural organization, homeostatsis and control mechanisms of the body. Specific chemistry concepts. Structure and function of the major systems of the body. |
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| Kineseology |
| -Hours |
75 |
| -Description |
structure and function of primary tissue types, organ systems and body cavaties, terminology r/t body position, alignment and joint motion, anatomical planes of motion and joint motions on each plane, functional analysis emphasizing planes of mtion, joint movement and postural alignment, articular and osseous structure and function of skeletal system, skeletal muscular structure, funtion, origin, attachment and associated nerve plexuses palpation skill development combined with learning attachment, origin, and function of muscles. |
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| Massage Theory |
| -Hours |
40 |
| -Description |
historical development of therapeutic massage and significant contributors to field, distinguishing charactoristics of various types of bodywork systems, physiological and psycholoical effects of massage, effects of massage on circulatory, muscular, nervous and integumentary systems, main contraindications for massage, relationship between massage and the wellness model, healing process of the body in terms of inflammation and tissue repair, physiological and psychological affects of stress and pain and the role of massage therapy in the management of stress and pain, Legal requirements for massage practice in AZ. |
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| Pathology |
| -Hours |
30 |
| -Description |
phenomenon of pain perception, distinguish, differentiate, and modify application of massage techniques/protocols to address special populations and musculoskeletal dysfunction / injury, neuro-musculoskeletal and chronic pain pathology and therapeutic interventions, functional assessment, process of referral to various healthcare professionals, identify and appropriately support varying patient response to massage, evaluate effectiveness of therapeutic massage intervention of the patient/client. |
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| Professional Practice/Business |
| -Hours |
26.6 |
| -Description |
create an environment appropriate for massage, select equipment and supplies needed for practice, importance of sanitation, universal precautions, disinfectants, antiseptics, refine assessment/interviewing techiniques, essential elements of bookkeeping for massage therapists, effective marketing and buisness plan, cosndierations essentials to starting a massage practice, significance of networking and professional associations/ memberships, key provisions of federal and state and city law applicable to massage practice, ethics/professional responsibilities, code of ethics and scope of practice. |
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| Technique: Practice |
| -Hours |
470 |
| -Description |
Application of the nine Swedish massage strokes, contraindications; advanced principles and techinues of triggerpoint, PNF stretching, hydrotherapy, reflexology; functional assessment, protocols for specific musculoskektal injury/dysfunction and special populations |
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| Number of months to complete basic program |
24 |
| Clinic, internship and community outreach components of program |
100 hours of community and school based practicum period |
| Placement Service
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No |
| Post Graduate Training:
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Various continuing education courses offered each semester.
Catagories of course materials as follows:
Therapist Support
Hands - on Techniques
Adjunct Therapies
Practice Building
Examples of classes include:
Yoga Therapy
Introduction/Integration of Subtle Energy Therapies, level,1, 2, 3
Advancing into Craniosacral Therapy
TCM Theory level 1, 2
Turbid Chi and Chi Kung Practicum
TuiNa Level 1
FengShui Llevel 1
Integrating the Viscera in Bodywork
Structural Approach to Legs, Pelvis and Spine
National Exam Prep Workshop
Buisness and Personal Ethics for Massage Professionals
Aromatherapy, level 2
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| Number of hours/credits for certificate: |
| -Classroom
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750 hours/ 43 credits total |
| -Clinic
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| Program Accreditation(s):
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no program specific accreditations |
| Institutional Accreditation(s):
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North Central Association |
| Location of facility(ies):
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Phoenix College |
| Description of facility(ies):
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classrooms serving as lecture/lab/practice center environment |
| Tuition Information:
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602-285-7611 or email above |
| Financial Aid:
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campus office:602-285-7410 |
| Application Fees(s):
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none. Cost: $43.00 / credit hour: certificate = 43 credit hours |
| Enrollment Periods:
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throughout school year- call for specific dates for each semester.
Semesters begin in August and January |
| For Catalogs and Applications:
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see address above |