Anatomy and Physiology I: First of a two-course sequence covering the structure and function of the human body. A&P I covers the anatomy of the skeletal and muscular system, with special attention to connective tissue, as well as the nervous and digestive systems.

Anatomy and Physiology II: Second in a two-course sequence. A&P II provides an overview of the remaining systems of the body with special attention placed on the causes of pain, including hyperextension, muscle fatigue, muscle injuries, and connective tissue disorders.

Introduction to Nutrition: An overview of the nutritional needs of the body and how those needs are met by food, vitamins and mineral supplements. Topics include the sources and metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates, types of diets, and the role of vitamin and mineral supplements in health and pain relief.

Kinesiology: An introduction to the scientific study of human movement, including kinematics (physics of motion), basic biomechanics, and applications such as gait analysis and the importance of posture in musculoskeletal health. Also includes an overview of the principles of exercise.

Note: Massage I, II and III are all taught on-campus.

Massage I: First in a three-course sequence on applied massage techniques. Topics include a historical overview, physiological effects of massage on tissues, different massage manipulations, draping techniques and fundamentals of Swedish massage for the torso, upper and lower extremities, neck and head.

Massage II: Second in a three-course sequence. Study of various muscle conditions of all regions of the body, the application of therapeutic modalities, an introduction to medical massage, deep tissue techniques, partial massage and trigger point application.

Massage III: Third in a three-course sequence. Topics include an introduction to cranio-sacral techniques, neuromuscular techniques, chair massage, geriatric massage, prenatal massage, reflexology, oriental approaches to massage and sports massage.

Pathology: Overview pathophysiological conditions which may be positively affected by massage. Course includes and introduction to pathology, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, and pain resulting from traumatic injuries and repetitive motion injuries.

Professional Development I: Part I of a three-course sequence on professional conduct and effective practice management in the field of health care. Topics include medical terminology and record keeping.

Professional Development II: The second of three classes covers hygiene and health care issues, professionalism and ethics in health care and business.

Professional Development III: Topics in part III include professional communication, standards of practice, scope of massage therapy, patient confidentially and the therapeutic relationship between a patient/client and health care provider.