CURRICULUM
725 Clock Hours
Courses Hours
(1-AM) - Anatomy and Physiology • * 100
(1-PM) - Swedish Massage-Including the following: • * 100
Self Care & Body Mechanics
Clinic Orientation and AIDS Awareness
(2-AM) Functional Anatomy • * 50
(2-PM) Theory and Ethics * 19
(2-PM) Reflexology & Aromatherapy * 20
(2-PM) Sports Massage & Hydrotherapy * 21
(3-AM) Pathology* 40
(3-PM) Spa and Complimentary Modalities * 24
(3-PM) Polarity & Chakra Balancing * 15
(4-AM) Myofascial Integration • * 50
(4-PM) Shiatsu * 30
(4-PM) Thai Massage * 25
(5-AM) Business and
(5-PM) Self Awareness * 21
(5-PM) Nutrition * 12
(6-AM/PM) National Board and
Yoga (suggested not required) 10
Clinic Internship - Swedish * 150
Total Course Hours 725
* Required
• Pre - Requisite for Myofascial Integration
* AM = Indicates
* PM = Indicates
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Pre-requisite not required unless specified
Note: 1 clock hour = a minimum of 50 minutes with appropriate breaks
Anatomy and Physiology • *
100 Clock Hours
This course will thoroughly examine the dynamics of the human body. Students will study the major systems of the body and at the same time understand how massage therapy affects the body through these various systems. Overall goal is to help the student gain an intelligent understanding and appreciation of the functioning and structure of the human body.
Functional Anatomy • *
50 Clock Hours
Pre-requisite required - Anatomy & Physiology
Lectures will explain the biomechanics of the human body and functions of the musculoskeletal systems, observation of gait, looking for abnormal structural holding patterns, understand repetetive movement injuries, and kinesiology. The student will learn how different massage techniques can improve and unlock movement patterns. Strong emphasis is placed on the O’s –I’s – A’s of the muscles. There is a lot of hands-on instruction, as well as visual aids used for instruction as well as 10 hours is in class clinicals where we invite guests with specific conditions to come in for supervised treatment.
Pathology *
40 Clock Hours
This class will educate the students to identify and understand abnormal disease processes and their effects on the human body. The student will learn how to make confident and informed decisions and understand when it would be appropriate to perform massage and when to refer to other health-care professionals. Students will have the ability to identify potential pathological conditions commonly seen in the massage setting, as well as learn how to confidentially and intelligently conduct a bodywork session understanding protocols and contraindications, HIV and AIDS Awareness.
Theory and Ethics *
19 Clock Hours
The class will cover theory of massage therapy. Students will be able to understand and clearly define professional and personal ethics and boundries to maintain integrity and longevity in the massage profession.
Swedish Massage *
100 Clock Hours
Swedish massage presents a foundation for all bodywork modalities through learning the five basic strokes, hygiene and proper draping and the PVCMT Signature Massage. History and Self Care are also part of this course. Each individual student will be evaluated by the instructor for final completion of this course.
Requires 150 clinical hours (see page 13 )
Earn as you learn Clinical program (page 21).
Clinic Orientation *
15 Clock Hours (these hours are included in the Swedish course)
This course will prepare the student for the professional massage setting. We focus on how to greet clients, prepare professional S.O.A.P. (Subjective – Objective - Assessment - Plan) notes, and the importance of the proper care of linens and impeccable hygiene. The student will understand the importance of strong business ethics and how to respond professionally in various circumstances.
Yoga
10 Clock Hours
PVCMT believes yoga is beneficial to students to help promote flexibility and proper body mechanics for longevity as a massage therapist. Students can earn additional 10 clock hours for self care. These hours are earned outside of the classroom.
Sports Massage & Hydrotherapy *
21 Clock Hours
Students will learn how to effectively perform sports training, post- and pre-event massage. Hydrotherapy, Cryotherapy, and Proprioceptive-Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) will be emphasized. We will combine this class with a sporting event to allow for hands-on experience.
Spa & Complimentary Modalities *
24 Clock Hours
This module will learn how to perform a variety of body wraps and scrubs. We also introduce the students to the wide variety of massage modalities. Examples such as, Brain Gym, Reiki, Trager, HellerWork, Infant and Prenatal Massage, Special Populations, Rolfing, CranioSacral, This is a very interactive class; students are assigned different modalities, and are required to give oral and written reports. This is helpful research for the students to see where they may want to study CEU’s to fulfill licensing requirements later in their career.
Reflexology & Aromatherapy *
20 Clock Hours
This course teaches students the correlation between the major organs of the body and specific zones and points on the feet and hands that help to alleviate pain and promote good health. Includes five in-class clinical hours.
Myofascial Integration • *
50 Clock Hours
Pre-requisites Required
- Anatomy & Physiology - 100 hrs.
- Functional Anatomy - 40 hrs.
This module is a conglomerate of three clinical types of bodywork. We will introduce advanced techniques in deep tissue massage, neuromuscular and trigger point and injury massage therapies. Students will learn the most common trigger points and their referral zones, how to analyze and identify the dysfunction/injury and relieve any impingement that has been caused. Integrative Myofascial Alignment, a technique to lengthen the muscles/fascia, which can be shortened due to the imbalance, is also covered. The overall goal is to restore normal balance and function due to limited range of motion, nerve entrapments, poor posture and repetitive use. This class includes 20 in-class clinical hours where we will invite special guests to class for hands-on instruction.
Shiatsu *
30 Clock Hours
This module will teach the ancient art of Shiatsu. Students will learn through demonstration and hands-on training how to properly perform a full-body shiatsu session. They will be taught through lecture the theory of how working specific pressure points along the energy meridian pathways through the body free stagnant energy, thereby restoring the flow of energy. We will discuss the five-element theory, the concept of the Tao, and the principles of yin and yang. Students will learn how to effectively apply the shiatsu techniques as well as learn contraindications. The “recipes” known as Tuina, designed to help specific conditions, will also be taught. Includes five in-class clinical hours.
Thai Massage *
24 Clock Hours
Thai massage is a wonderful extension to add to any massage practice, it seems to be somewhat of a blend of sports massage, shiatsu and yoga. We teach the NuadBoRarn style of
Nutrition *
12 Clock Hours
You are what you eat! This class will instruct students on proper diet and nutrition to help obtain and maintain optimum health and avoid illness. Students will be introduced to Tri-doshas principles of Ayurvedic medicine. We also discuss the importance of self care, healthy relationships, and meditation as sources of overall good health.
Self Awareness *
21 Clock Hours
We will use a variety of exercises and disciplines to help students clear emotional and physical blockages that may be distracting them from achieving their goals. They will learn how to harmoniously orchestrate their physical and mental environment to increase their own potential for balance and harmony in their lives. Integrating positive affirmations and meditations to help them achieve their highest potential as a therapist and as an individual. We will create vision boards, goal-setting, and 5 hours of outside guided meditation is required for this course.
Polarity & Chakra Balancing *
15 Clock Hours
Students will learn how to perform a polarity session, understanding the theory of polarity. Become familiar with the seven major chakras, perform a chakra balancing session, and learn how to detect hot and cold imbalances in the body. Goal is to help the students gain an overall understanding of how the nervous system is affected through bodywork.
Business and
27 Clock Hours
The students will learn how to successfully design and create a powerful resume and business plan, business cards and fliers. Emphasis is on the importance of impeccable accounting, appointment records and income. Professional ethics and networking and proper hygiene will be emphasized. A Q & A panel comprised of licensed massage therapists will give the students an opportunity to ask questions and seek advice and knowledge of what they can expect as they embark on their massage therapy careers.
Clinic Internship
150 Hours
This is a class, and all students are required to perform 150 hours supervised massages. These massages are done on PVCMT campus in our relaxing clinic and are supervised by a PVCMT instructor. The students will receive evaluations by the clients for their first 50 massages. PVCMT offers an “earn as you learn” program for our students. (Read more pg. 21)
National Board
21 Clock Hours
This class is designed to prepare the students for the National Board Examination as well as the Utah State Laws Exam. Successful test taking strategies will be discussed; potential test questions will be reviewed every day. At the completion of this course, students will be required to pass a comprehensive exam of all course material to prepare them to sit for the required licensure exams.
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