Part I — Anatomy and Physiology (Minimum 150 hours)

• Textbook study with lecture covering cellular structure.
• Through all organ systems of the human body.
• Clinical importance of Massage.
• Extensive study of skeletal system, i.e. bone and muscle
• Functions and Identification.
• Significance of diseases and trauma to massage.
• Medical vocabulary.
• Evaluation of movement and posture

Part II — Basic Massage Theory / Clinical Practical (Minimum 225 hours)

• General principals of massage, i.e. draping, positioning,
• lubricants, confidentiality, etc.
• Five basic massage strokes.
• Indications and contraindications.
• Joint movements.
• Stroke approach to different parts of the body.
• Therapeutic and physiological effects.

Part III — Florida Statutes / Rules and History of Massage (Minimum 10 hours)

• Study and Review of chapter 480 – The State of Florida governs professional massage therapy and the rules set by the Board of Massage.
• History of massage will be studied.
• Theory and Practice of Hydrotherapy (Minimum 15 hours)
• Indications and contraindications of application of heat and cold.
• Proper use of equipment and protective draping for clients.
• Textbook study and practical demonstrations.

Part IV — Allied Modalities (Minimum 97 hours)

Lectures and demonstrations given by guest Allied Health care professionals to expose the students to post graduate studies available. Subjects to be included: Reflexology, Neuromuscular Therapy, Structural Integration, Applied Kinesiology, Accupressure, Aroma Therapy, Sports Massage, Flexibility, Exercise, Psychology of Massage, Electro Therapy and CPM’s

AIDS/HIV Education (Minimum 4 hours)

• History and technical background information on AIDS
• Transmission of the AIDS virus
• Counseling and testing for HIV
• Symptom of infection and treatment
• Preventing and controlling infection
• Legal and ethical issues

Clinical Massages (Minimum 100 hours)