Massage Therapy

MT100 2 credits

Massage I – Basic Swedish

Introduces students to the history, techniques, and procedures involved in giving a professional Swedish massage. Corequisites: BI121 or BI231. Prerequisites: RD30 and WR30.

MT101 2 credits

Traditional Asian Bodywork I

Introduces fundamental methods and the philosophical background of traditional Chinese medicines and Shiatsu.

MT102 2 credits

Massage II – Swedish Esalen

Emphasizes assessment, the philosophical and psychological aspects of Swedish/Esalen massage, and working with special populations. Prerequisites: RD30 and WR30; MT100 and BI121 or BI231.

MT103 2 credits

Massage III – Swedish

Prepares students for both the written and practicum examinations for state board licensure. Covers trigger point, deep tissue, reflexology, and side lying massage techniques. Prerequisite: BI121 or BI231 and MT102.

MT105 3 credits

Massage Therapeutics: Hydrotherapy and Massage for Cancer Patients

Covers hydrotherapy modalities and education for massaging cancer patients. Prerequisite: MT100.

MT106 2 credits

Integrated Studies in Massage I – Upper Body

Provides in-depth study of applications of massage on specific muscle groups, integrating musculoskeletal anatomy, pathology, accupressure, and basic Swedish massage techniques. Prerequisites: BI121 or BI231 and MT100 and MT108.

MT107 2 credits

Integrated Studies in Massage II – Lower Body

Continues the study of applications of massage on specific muscle groups, integrating musculoskeletal anatomy, pathology, accupressure, and basic Swedish massage techniques. Prerequisite: MT106.

MT108 4 credits

Kinesiology for Massage Therapists

Provides a thorough working knowledge of skeletal muscles, their relationship to the body, and their actions, functions, and precise locations. Prerequisite: RD30; corequisite: BI121 or BI231.

MT109 4 credits

Pathology for Massage Therapists

Provides students knowledge in the definitions of syndromes, symptoms, prognostics, treatment concepts, and contraindications for massage therapists. Corequisite: BI122 or BI232. Prerequisites: BI121 or BI231; RD30 and WR30.

MT110 2 credits

Polarity Therapy

Covers the theory of energy flows in the human body and techniques for balancing energy.

MT111 2 credits

Sport Massage

Provides understanding of sports-related injuries and ailments. Hands-on application of sports massage techniques will be required. Prerequisites: MT100 and MT108.

MT112 2 credits

Massage for Pregnancy and the Infant/Child

Provides instruction in full-body massage that can be done in the side-lying position for pregnant women. This technique is also ideal for people with neck and back problems. Massage techniques for infants and children will also be covered as well as the importance of touch for children with special needs.

MT113 2 credits

Myofascial Release

Teaches gentle and non-invasive techniques. Therapeutically works with restrictions in the fascia resulting in the reduction of pain and increased range of motion. Hands-on application is required.

MT115 2 credits

Trigger Point Therapy

Provides instruction in the understanding of trigger points, how they are applied, and the anatomical locations of the body parts that have trigger points. Hands-on application is required.

MT116 2 credits

Massage Exam Review

Prepares students for the Oregon State Board of Massage Licensing Exam by reviewing entire year’s worth of study.

MT117 1 credit

Body Maintenance for Massage Therapists

Provides knowledge and hands-on techniques to show how to recognize, prevent, and treat injuries for bodywork professionals. Students will learn how and why injuries happen and information that will help to protect their own health and better understand their clients’ complaints.

MT118 2 credits

Deep Tissue Massage

Provides knowledge and hands-on instruction in the theory of deep tissue massage, anatomy of muscles and relevant structures, and treatment plans for pain symptoms throughout the body. Deep tissue massage can provide instant results for patients suffering with pain due to musculoskeletal dysfunction. Prerequisites: BI121 or BI231, MT100.

MT120 3 credits

Business for Massage Therapists

Focuses on the concept of professionalism and the legal issues associated with massage/bodywork therapy. Also covers business practices, marketing, insurance, and record keeping for massage therapists. Offered as three, one-credit modules..

MT121 2 credits

Traditional Asian Bodywork II

Students will learn the fundamental methods and philosophical background of Jin Shin Do, ayurveda, and Touch 4 Health. Introduces different styles and techniques of acupressure and aurveda. Prerequisite: MT101.

MT130 2 credits

Polarity Therapy II

Designed to help polarity students become more effective and confident in assessing energy imbalances and applying the theory and techniques to re-establish healthful energy flows throughout the body. A more in-depth study of the five elements, the Ayuuvedic pulses, the chakras and the three gunas will be covered, how to assess them in an individual using both intuitive and rational faculties, and how to develop an appropriate treatment plan. Prerequisite: MT110.

MT180 Variable credit

Cooperative Work Experience/Massage Therapy

Provides work-related study in selected massage therapy environments.

MT199 Variable credit

Selected Topics in Massage

Provides knowledge and hands-on instruction in the theory and techniques of new massage topics that have evolved.