ÿþ<html> <head> <META http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html"> <title>MSM::Montana School of Massage & Clinic</title> <META HTTP-EQUIV="Pragma" CONTENT="no-cache"> <META HTTP-EQUIV="Expires" CONTENT="-1"> <link href="tool.css" rel="stylesheet" type="text/css"> </head> <style><!--A { text-decoration: none }--></style> <body marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" topmargin="2" leftmargin="10" bgcolor="#3D0B0D"> <table width="970" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="1" bordercolor="#514E1E" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" align="center"> <tr> <td> <table width="970" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" align="center"> <tr> <td width="970"><img src="tabs2c.jpg" alt="" width="970" height="137" border="0" usemap="#tabs"></td> </tr> </table> <table width="950" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" align="center"> <tr valign="top"> <td> <table width="190" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" > <tr> <td><BR><img src="search.jpg"></td> </tr> </table> 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border="1" bordercolor="#791718" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="755" bgcolor="#8D8C39"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>PROGRAM: 650 Hours</B><BR> </P> <P> <UL> <font color="#791718"><B>PLEASE NOTE:</B></font><BR> <UL> <li><u>All Courses are required for program completion.</u><BR> <li>A  pass or  fail grade is assigned based on attendance and task completion unless otherwise noted. <BR> <li>Specific courses or initial course blocks also serve as prerequisites where noted.<BR> <li>Practical exercises can be applied to massage practice where noted. <BR> </UL> </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>ORIENTATION - 4 hrs</B><BR> <UL> Orientation is mandatory for all students before beginning classes, and is conducted on the first day of class. Prerequisite: acceptance and completed enrollment. Students review the handbook and payment program. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>ETHICS - 6 hrs</B> <BR> <CENTER><img src="schooltrio1.jpg" border="0"></CENTER> <UL> Ethics #1 - 2 hrs<BR> <u>Pre-requisites: None</u> - This block of ethics class is designed to teach Students the fundamental concepts of professionalism. Students will study and be able to identify key terms for professionalism, characteristics of a profession in relation to massage therapy, professional boundaries, conflict resolution, and steps for solving ethical dilemmas. Students will also study and be able to identify confidentiality principles in relation to massage therapy and as required for HIPAA compliance. This class is Pass/Fail based on Attendance and Professionalism & Participation. Ethics #1 is a program completion requirement.<BR> Ethics #2 - 2 hrs<BR> <u>Pre-requisites: None</u> - This block of ethics class is designed as a mock clinic. Students will receive a tour of the massage clinic and review the Student Clinic Handbook that outlines the clinic rules and client protocol. Time will be permitted for questions and answers. Students will review acceptable sanitation and hygiene practices from Self Care #1. Ethics #2 is Pass/Fail based on attendance and Professionalism & Participation. Ethics #2 is a program completion requirement.<BR> <BR> Ethics #3 - 2 hrs<BR> <u>Pre-requisites: None</u> - This block of ethics class is designed to teach Students about the fundamentals of non-verbal communication. Students will be able to identify the three physiological cues that affect a client's first impression, the components of non-verbal communication, factors that influence the communication and interpretation of touch, and professional classifications of touch. This class is Pass/Fail based on Attendance and Professionalism & Participation. Ethics #3 is a program completion requirement.<BR> </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>PHARMACOLOGY - 2 hours</B><BR> <CENTER><img src="pharma.jpg" border="0"></CENTER> <UL> <u>Pre-requisites: None</u> - Pharmacology provides information and resources on common medications used by people today. Students will be able to identify indications and contraindications to massage therapy for those that are taking prescribed medication. This class is Pass/Fail based on attendance and Professionalism & Participation. Pharmacology is a program completion requirement. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>BUSINESS & CAREER DEVELOPMENT - 32 hrs</B><BR> <UL> Students will explore different career options, comparing employment vs. self-employment opportunities. Students also learn how to interview with confidence and what makes an effective resume. By the end of class, students will have a resume targeted for a career in massage. <BR><BR> Students will be given an overview of business practices and structures and will understand the differences between independent contractors, sole proprietorships, and corporations, determining the best structure based on their personal situation. Students will then explore the steps in starting a business such as writing a business plan, setting fees, obtaining funding, choosing a location and while learning aspects of ongoing business management practices. These business practices will include creating policies and procedures, insurance billing, record-keeping, paying taxes, health savings account, building a website, liability insurance, business cards, being client-centered, and maintaining visibility in the community. Students will also gain an understanding of marketing basics such as identifying target markets, creating promotional materials that appeal to these markets, and creating a marketing plan and budget that shows how advertising and promotions will be used to reach this market. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <B>STATE LAW - 2 hrs</B><BR> <UL> <u>Pre-requisites: None</u> - Students will go over Montana State Law as well as the differences in other state laws. A grade of pass/fail is given for this class based on attendance and task completion. State Law is a program completion requirement. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY/PATHOLOGY: Systems and Function and the Study of Pathology - 100 hrs </B><BR> <UL> <u>Pre-requisites: None</u> - Anatomy and Physiology teaches the basic study and function of the following systems of the body: Integumentary, Skeletal, Muscular, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Lymphatic, Nervous, Endocrine, Digestive, Reproductive and Urinary. It also includes Cell Structure, Tissues and Exercise Physiology. Students will be able to identify each of the subjects above by structure and demonstrate knowledge of the function of each. <BR> <CENTER><img src="apart.jpg"></CENTER> <BR> Pathology provides the study of the causes and nature and effects of diseases and/or conditions related to each system and precautions and protocols specific to those pathologies. Students will be able to identify conditions that indicate massage treatment and those that are contraindicated for massage treatment. Written examinations are given in this class. Students must receive an overall minimum grade of 70% for course completion. Anatomy and Physiology/Pathology is a program completion requirement.</UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>KINESIOLOGY - 140 hrs</B><BR> <UL> <u>Pre-requisites: None</u> - Kinesiology covers an in-depth study of the musculoskeletal system. The skeletal system is examined to include bony landmarks, joint structure and ligaments of the body. The skeletal muscles are examined in great detail including study of their locations, attachment sites and actions. Lectures are enhanced with muscle identification through palpation, cadaver videos, slides, and building the muscles from clay and applying them to miniature skeletons. Written and practical examinations are required in this class. Students must receive an overall minimum grade of 70% for course completion. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>SWEDISH MASSAGE - 128 hrs</B><BR> <UL> <u>Pre-requisites: Self-care #1</u> - In Swedish Massage, students will learn how to give a classical Swedish Massage. Students will learn basic massage strokes, endangerments, the mechanical, reflexive and physiological effects of massage, history taking, record keeping, practitioner body mechanics, draping methods and routines for a 30, 60, & 90 minute massage. This course also introduces complementary treatments such as chair, pregnancy, infant, and hot stone massage, manual lymphatic drainage, and an overview of Eastern Modalities. Students must receive an overall minimum grade of 70% for course completion. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>SPORTS MASSAGE - 32 hrs</B><BR> <UL> <u>Pre-requisites: Passing Score on the Swedish Midterm Written and Final Practical.</u> - Massage studies the practical application of sports massage techniques for pre and post event massage and training treatment massage which includes injury assessment, prevention and treatment. Students will be able to identify injuries and apply proper treatments to the athlete. A practical  event marks Student progress in this class. Students must receive an overall minimum grade of 70% for course completion. Sports Massage is a program completion requirement. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>DEEP TISSUE - 100 hrs</B><BR> <UL> <u>Pre-requisites: Passing Score on the Swedish Midterm Written and Final Practical. Self-Care #1 & #2, 56 hours of Kinesiology.</u> - Deep Tissue teaches an advanced system of soft tissue manipulation which specializes in working to alleviate myofascial pain and pain syndromes. Body mechanics are reinforced in this class to prevent injury to the therapist while giving an effective treatment massage. Injury treatment protocol is taught for a wide range of common injuries. Range of Motion and Muscular Energy Technique are also taught in this section to help facilitate further treatment. <BR> <BR> <CENTER><img src="kin.jpg"></CENTER> <BR> On completion of this class, Students will be able to apply these techniques. Students are required to do 10 homework massages on specified areas. Students must receive an overall minimum grade of 70% for course completion. Deep Tissue is a program completion requirement. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>REIKI - 12 hrs </B><BR> <UL> Reiki is a gentle, non-invasive, non-religious healing method based on ancient practices of the laying-on of hands, which was systematized in Japan. In the Eastern view, the body is regarded as a dynamic energy system, and like many other healing modalities, Reiki aims to restore the unimpeded flow of energy which is blocked or disturbed in some way. Thus the natural healing processes of the body are activated and a state of deep relaxation is achieved in which healing on both physical and emotional levels can take place. <BR> <BR> Students are introduced to the terms, theory and history of Reiki. Students will learn all the hand positions for the front and the back of the body. Students will receive a Reiki I certificate of completion. Reiki is Pass/Fail based on attendance. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>AIDS AWARENESS - 4 hrs </B><BR> <UL> Aids Awareness is a 4 hour certification course designed to give students introductory knowledge of the acquired immune deficiency syndrome as it relates to the helping professions and personal health care. Students will able to assess risk for AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases. They will be able to implement harm reduction tools and assist those effected in improving their quality of life. As a result of this course they will have a deep understanding the virus' intent in the context of a pandemic allowing them to act with universal precaution and kindness. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>STUDENT CLINIC - 60 hours</B><BR> <UL> <u>Pre-requisites: Passing grade on the Swedish written midterm and practical final. Completion of Swedish Class #17 (90 minute massage) and #18 (30 minute massage.), Ethics #1 & #2, Pharmacology, and HIV Awareness. Approval from the Education Director and/or Director. Completion of Swedish Classes #19 - #21, titled Pregnancy Massage, are pre-requisites for Prenatal Massage in the Clinic.</u><BR> <BR> <CENTER><img src="roomsnew.jpg" border="0"></CENTER> <BR> MSM s primary goal for students 60 hour clinic experience is to become comfortable, competent, and professional when working with unfamiliar clients and conditions. This part of the program is designed to give students a true-to-life experience before they enter the market place. Morning, afternoon, and evening shifts are offered Monday through Saturday. An evaluation written by the client is given for each massage. Students are required to show up 30 minutes before their first clinic shift and 15 minutes before all other clinic shifts. Student Clinic is a program completion requirement </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>EVENTS - 20 hrs</B><BR> <UL> <u>Pre-requisites: Students are eligible for event participation once they have completed Swedish Seated/Chair massage. </u> - This section is designed for Students to experience community outreach. Various events are set up with for-profit and non-profit businesses and sports events to expose Students to working with different types of clientele and environments. Events are a program completion requirement. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>SELF CARE & BODY MECHANICS - 5 hrs</B><BR> <UL> <u>Pre-requisites: None</u> - Self Care and Body Mechanics teaches students how to take care of themselves in regard to the short and long term physical and emotional demands of providing massage therapy. Students will learn the principles of body mechanics & self-care, the importance of hygiene & safety precautions, and the interpersonal components of a therapeutic environment. This class is Pass/Fail based on Attendance and Professionalism & Participation. Self-Care and Body Mechanics is a program completion requirement. </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> <BR> <table width="725" border="1" bordercolor="#736E2A" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0"> <tr valign="top"> <td width="725" bgcolor="#ADAF43"> <font face="arial" font size="2" font color="#000000"> <P> <B>NATIONAL CERTIFICATION REVIEW - 6 hrs</B><BR> <UL> <u>Pre-requisites: None</u> - Students will review the most recent version of the National Certification Examination Candidate handbook. Detailed review of the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) is to prepare the Students for the requirements, paperwork, rules, expectations, fees, and layout of the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage (NCETM). </UL> </P> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> <table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" > <tr> <td><img src="intbot.jpg"></td> </tr> </table> </td> <table width="950" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" align="center"> <tr valign="top"> <td> <CENTER><img src="grass.jpg"></CENTER> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> <table width="974" height="20" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" bgcolor="#791618" align="center"> <tr> <td align="center" valign="middle"> &nbsp;&nbsp;<font face="arial" size="1" color="#FFFFFF">Site Management Contact: <a href="mailto:tdaniel06@yahoo.com"><font face="arial" size="1" color="#FFFFFF">&nbsp;&raquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;Webmaster</font></a> </td> </tr> </table> </td> </tr> </table> <map name="tabs"> <area shape="rect" coords="609,71,711,92" href="http://www.montanamassage.com/images/msm_appform.pdf"> <area shape="rect" coords="737,73,825,94" href="coursereqlearn.htm"> <area shape="rect" coords="870,72,948,93" href="tuition.htm"> </map> </body> </html>