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Course Description

Want to become a massage therapist? According to US Department of Labor, massage therapy job opportunities are poised to grow at double the rate of other jobs. This practice-based course will teach you the fundamentals of massage therapy including how to perform basic massage techniques. Students will learn the history of massage therapy, methods and types of massages, practice-oriented massage techniques, ethics of massage therapy, how to set up a massage business, massage marketing tips, and more.
 
This course is divided into the following 16 comprehensive lessons: 
  • History of Massage Therapy: An Introduction
  • Basics of Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Types of Massage
  • Methods of Massage I, II, III, and IV
  • Massage as Alternative Treatment I and II
  • Massage Therapy for Women
  • Massage for Babies
  • Eco-Friendly Massage Practices
  • Ethics and Good Practices in Massage
  • Setting up of Massage Therapy Business
  • Frequently Asked Questions and Resources
  • Glossary Terms

This course offers a learning platform for massage therapy students and practitioners to develop and enhance skills in applying massage techniques, such as Hot Stone Massage, Foot Massage, Back Massage, Relaxing Hands and Arms Massage, and Fur massage to name a few. If you are interested in learning more about massage therapy or upgrading your massage skills, this course may be just what you need!
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Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Summarize history of massage therapy.
  • Summarize the basics of human anatomy and physiology.
  • Define types of massage.
  • Describe the methods of massage and demonstrate the techniques.
  • Describe massage as an alternative treatment.
  • Describe massage therapy for women.
  • Describe eco-friendly massage practices.
  • Summarize ethics and good practices in massage.
  • Describe setting up of massage therapy business, and
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Course Lessons

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Lesson 1: History of Massage Therapy--An Introduction

This lesson discusses massage therapy from tradition Eastern massage to modern Western massage.

Lesson 2: Basics of Human Anatomy and Physiology

In this lesson, we will learn the basics of human anatomy and physiology as it applies to massage therapy.

Lesson 3: Types of Massage

Though massage in general aims for the overall well being of the mind and body, massage therapy can be used to achieve specific purposes. This lesson discusses the types of massages that can be used for complete relaxation, to cure illness, and to heal.

Lesson 4: Methods of Massage--I

This lesson provides an overview of various methods of massages. In this lesson, you will learn about traditional Indian, Japanese, Chinese, Persian, Hawaiian, Thai, and Roman massage methods.

Lesson 5: Methods of Massage--II

In this lesson, we will unravel various types of massages, such as Barefoot Deep Tissue Massage, Deep Muscle Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Foot or Sole Massage,Soft Tissue Massage, and Scalp Massage.

Lesson 6: Methods of Massage--III

In this lesson, we will learn about a few methods of massage therapy.

Lesson 7: Methods of Massage--IV

In this lesson, we will learn about a few more methods of massage therapy, such as trigger massage, chair massage, fur massage, etc.

Lesson 8: Massage as Alternative Treatment--I

In this lesson, you will learn massage techniques that can be used as alternative treatments for arthritis and sleep disorders.

Lesson 9: Massage as Alternative Treatment--II

In this lesson, you will learn the massage techniques involved in reducing back pain and headache.

Lesson 10: Massage Therapy for Women

Massage therapy can work as an alternative medication for many of the physical conditions women face. In this lesson, we will discuss the specific massage techniques that will help reduce menstrual pain and will keep the expectant mother healthy during pr

Lesson 11: Massage for Babies

Massage therapy can work well for babies to strengthen their immune system and make them healthy. In this lesson, we will learn about baby massages.

Lesson 12: Eco-Friendly Massage Practices

This lesson discusses eco-friendly massage practices.

Lesson 13: Ethics and Good Practices in Massage

It is very important for every massage therapist to understand and know the ethics of massage therapy. Applying these ethics in the massage therapy business will enhance your image and profession. In this lesson, we will learn the ethics and good practice

Lesson 14: Setting up of Massage Therapy Business

In this lesson, you will learn how to set up a successful massage therapy business.

Lesson 15: Frequently Asked Questions and Resources

In this lesson, we address frequently asked questions such as how to find a good massage therapist.

Lesson 16: Glossary Terms

This lesson gives description for the glossary terms used in the massage therapy course.

Additional Information

Course Title : Massage 101
Languages : English - United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and other English speaking countries
Course Number : 7550357
Course Type : How To
Course URL :

http://massagetherapy.onlineclasses.com

Course Rating : Excellent Course! 4 Star Rating
Instructor :

Eston Dunn, MS, LMT

Syllabus :

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Grading Policy :

Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive a CEU Certificate documenting CEUs earned

Assessment Method :

Lesson assignments and review exams

Duration : Continuous: Enroll anytime!
Requirements : View Technical Requirements
Course Fee :

$40.00

NOT FOR COLLEGE CREDIT
This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment. This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, certification or educational requirements.

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Student Testimonials

  • "To pick one particular thing would be unfair--the entire course was extremely helpful for me in all areas." -- Shelby-Rae S.
  • "Very nice." -- Erika F.
  • "What was most helpful was the exams. I learned alot." -- Sherry R.
  • "The lessons were very useful I enjoyed myself learning about massage." -- michelle S.
  • "The whole course was helpful. I have never had any experience with massage therapy, it was all new to me. I gained a good deal of knowledge with this course." -- Amy M.
  • "The course was to my sattisfaction and the responses has been on time and well organized." -- Nancy H.
  • "As first timer student in this kind of course everything for me is excellent." -- Dianette A.
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