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Teresa's courses at LSC
Subject
Course Number
Title/Description
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1004
Massage Therapy Pathology
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1028
Massage Therapy Clinical Preparation
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1032
Introduction to Massage and Swedish Massage This course covers proper body and hand mechanics, draping, equipment set up, and care. Basic principles and benefits of massage are covered. Swedish Massage principles and the five classic Swedish strokes are practiced. (Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Massage Therapy Program. (.5 hr lec/1 hr lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1033
Basic Therapeutic Massage
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1034
Massage Therapy Business Start-up, Management & Ethics I
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1035
Ethics, Communication and Professionalism in Massage Therapy
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1035
Ethics, Communication, and Professionalism in Massage Therapy This course covers professional and ethical behavior and standards, as well as scope of legal practice as it applies to massage therapy. Course topics covered include professional norms and ethical codes of conduct within massage as a touch-based helping profession; client communication and relationship management; the role of professional organizations within the practice of massage therapy; cultural and demographical diversity topics related to massage; and issues regarding sexual misconduct related to the profession.(Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Massage Therapist program or instructor approval; College-level reading) (2 hrs lec/0 hr lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1036
Massage Therapy Hydrotherapy and Adjunct Therapies
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1037
Adjunctive Therapies of the Massage Profession
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1039
Massage Therapy Awareness and Injury Prevention I This course teaches the importance of self-awareness and self-care in preparation for a career in massage therapy with an emphasis on ergonomic movement. Stretches and exercises aimed at increasing personal body awareness and preventing physical injury are practiced. Topics related to burn-out in the profession, the role of continuing education, and developing personal resiliency are discussed. This course aims to develop student maturity and self-understanding in a safe classroom environment where confidentiality is respected. (Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Massage Therapist program, or instructor approval; College-level reading) (0 hr lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1042
Massage Therapy Somatic Muscle Release and Postural Normalization The relationship of the mind's control of muscles and the resulting posture are taught. Instructions in somatic releases for each body section are practiced. The importance of client education is stressed with the responsibility of the client to participate in their well-being. Postural analysis is taught. Students learn definitions, identification and therapeutic interventions of the three major muscular reflexes at stress in humans as described by Dr. Thomas Hanna. Distinguishing chronic muscular pain and postural distortions as caused by structural imbalances vs. functional imbalances is explored. (Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Massage Therapy Program.) (1 hr lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1044
Massage Therapy Anatomy II
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1045
Advanced Therapeutic Massage The theory, techniques, and applications of advanced therapeutic massage are taught including anatomically specific work on the muscles and fascia in each area of the body. Techniques taught include Trigger Point Therapy, cross fiber friction, and myofascial lengthening. Expanded and more detailed interview and assessment techniques are learned and practiced, including using orthopedic metrics to assess postural distortion. Development of treatment plans are taught, and how and when to make a referral. (Prerequisites: Successful completion of first semester courses, or instructor approval; College-level reading) (2 hr lec/4 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1048
Pregnancy and Infant Massage This course covers positioning and cautions for massage of pregnant clients. Each trimester is presented. Massage during labor is presented also. Massage for newborns and infants is learned and practiced. Special massage skills involving positioning, strokes, pathology, documentation, and contraindications and cautions are included. (Prerequisites: Successful completion of first semester.) (.5 hr lec/1 hr lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1050
Lymphatic and Senior Massage This course covers the protocol and techniques for a full body one-hour lymphatic drainage massage. The anatomy and physiology of the lymph system is learned. Senior massage on the medically fragile older client is learned and practiced. (Prerequisites: Successful completion of first semester.) (1 hr lec/2 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1051
Specialty Sessions in Massage Therapy This course covers the skills and techniques required to complete specialized sessions currently relevant in the field of massage. Students will also learn the modifications and considerations needed to apply massage therapy appropriately with clients who have a variety of specific physiological needs or medical fragility. This course may include delivering specialty massage to clients in a student clinic or out-reach setting. (Prerequisites: Successful completion of first semester courses, or instructor approval; College-level reading) (2 hr lec/4 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1053
Massage Therapy Student Clinic This class entails seeing clients from the public in the student clinic as a massage therapist, participating in outreach activities, as well as completing shifts as a clinical assistant in support of the smooth functioning of our clinic. Professional behavior, adherence to clinical procedure, and the creation and execution of massage therapy treatment plans are included as grade items. (Prerequisites: MTP 1026 and MTP 1037; College-level reading) (0 hr lec/4 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1059
Massage Therapy Awareness and Injury Prevention II
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1060
Successful Career Development for Massage Practitioners This course covers the principles of massage therapy as a business. Topics include strategic business planning, time management, barriers to success, and marketing, including client retention. Development of a business plan and marketing material, such as a logo, are included. Ethics relating to running a business, keeping records, professional referrals, and common non-compete practices are discussed. The statistics of small business success are taught. Differences between contract working, being an employee, and business ownership are covered. The student produces a comprehensive business plan. Public speaking is studied and practiced in class. (Prerequisites: Successful completion of first semester courses, or instructor approval; College-level reading) (3 hr lec/0 hrs lab/0 hrs OJT)
Subject: MTP
Course Number: 1060
Massage Therapy Business Start-up, Management, and Ethics II
