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Withlacoochee Technical CollegeMassage Therapy Program Syllabus2022-2023Instructor:Jeffery B. Wood LMT, COTA/Lwoodj@citrusschools.org352-726-2430 ext. 4354Program Description: 750 HoursThe WTC Massage Therapy Program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous contentaligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare forfurther education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includescompetency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning andproblem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills,and knowledge of all aspects of Health Science career cluster.The program is designed to prepare students for employment as Florida licensed massage therapists, all other serviceworkers. SOC Code 31-9011 Massage Therapists, 31-9099 Healthcare Support Workers, All Other.The content includes but is not limited to the theory and practice of massage, theory and practice of hydrotherapy,hygiene, practice demonstration, human anatomy and physiology, legal aspects of massage practice, alliedmodalities, leadership and human relations skills, health and safety, CPR, and employability skills. Colonicirrigation is optional post initial licensure.Textbooks: Trail Guide to the Body 6th Edition Mosby’s Essential Science for Therapeutic Massage 6th Edition Mosby’s Fundamentals of Therapeutic Massage 7th Edition A Massage Therapist’s Guide to Pathology 7th EditionISBN: 978-0-9987850-6-6ISBN: 978-0-323-67229-0ISBN: 978-0-323-66183-6ISBN: 978-0-9982663-4-3Grading Scale:You must maintain a “C’ or better average in OCP A & B in order to obtain program completion. 100-90A 89-80B 79-70C 69-60D Below 60FFlorida Department of Education Occupational Completion Points:AMSS0204Massage Therapy 1375 hoursBMSS0209Massage Therapy 2375 hoursCourse of Study Classroom Hours as stated in F.A.C. 64B7-32.003 –Anatomy and PhysiologyBasic Massage Theory and HistoryClinical PracticumAllied ModalitiesBusinessTheory and Practice of Hydrotherapy31-909931-9011150100125761515

Florida Laws and Rules(Chapters 456 and 480, F.S. and Chapter 64B7, F.A.C.)Professional EthicsHIV/AIDS EducationMedical Errors10432Progress The WTC Massage Therapy Program is a lock step program where students progress daily at the same pace.Industry Certification: Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards/ Massage & Bodywork Licensing Exam Passing the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards Massage & Bodywork Licensing Exam providesyou with a Nationally recognized Industry Certification. Visit the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards website for exam information.Licensure: Florida Board of Massage Therapy/Florida Department of Health Once you have passed the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Exam you will be able to apply to be aLicensed Massage Therapist. Visit the Florida Board of Massage Therapy website for licensing information.Program Evaluation Classroom Assignment Grade Classroom Test Grade Daily Assignment Grade Employability/Attendance Grade Lab Grade15%25%15%30%15%Physical Requirements Perform physical activity for periods of 1-2 hours with minimal breaks Lift a minimum of 30 lbs. in order to move massage tables & equipmentSafety Explain the ways a massage establishment should be planned and maintained to promote health and safetyincluding fire, disaster and evacuation procedures. Outline practices conducive to personal health, hygiene and appearance. Demonstrate knowledge of measures conducive to eliminating medical errors Demonstrate an understanding of diseases caused by blood borne pathogens including HIV/AIDS and theirlegal aspects (i.e. testing).Attendance WTC Massage Therapy Student HandbookDiscipline WTC Student Handbook

Dress Code Navy Blue Scrubs (tops & bottoms/solid color only)Housekeeping Tasks Each student will be designated “Massage Establishment Inspections” and will be responsible for cleaningand organizing the Lab Rooms, Treatment Rooms, Hydrotherapy Equipment, Product/Supplies &Laundry/Linens. Which is part of the Lab Grade/Employability GradeRecommended Websites/Resources One-Tab recommended website linksUnique to the Program A Level 2 Background Screen & Fingerprinting are mandatory to get a massage therapy license in Florida.

2022-2023 Pacing Guide for Full-Time Post-SecondaryMassage Therapy750 hours (6 hours per day)Student’s Name: Start Date:Approximately 12 weeksDate CompleteOCP A: Massage Therapy 1375 HoursCourse scheduled to complete by:1.0Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively as a medical therapy professional.2.0Demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy and physiology, kinesiology and pathology asrelated to the practice of massage therapy.3.0Exhibit an understanding of the principles of the theories of therapeutic massage and demonstratethe proper techniques of massage manipulations.4.0Demonstrate the recommended safety, hygiene and health practices for the massage therapist.Approximately 12 weeksOCP B: Massage Therapy 2375 HoursCourse scheduled to complete by:5.0Exhibit an understanding of the principles of the theory of hydrotherapy and use hydrotherapymodalities.6.0Explain and appropriately apply allied modalities related to massage therapy.7.0Demonstrate knowledge of ethical practice standards and the statutes and rules of Florida MassagePractice Act and the rules of the FL Board of Massage Therapy (Chapter 480, F.S.; Chapter 64b7;Chapter 456).8.0Demonstrate knowledge of basic business practices and standards.Approximate Number of Weeks per nuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMay34344

WTC MASSAGE THERAPY CURRICULUM (750)2022-2023Anatomy & Physiology: 64 classesMeets the Florida Board of Massage Therapy requirements of 150 hoursSystems of the Body: 29 classes MSS0204 OCP A: 02.0- 02.01, 02.02, 02.03, 02.04, 02.05Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology: Support, Movement & BiomechanicsMechanisms of Health & Disease Part 1Mechanisms of Health & Disease Part 2Medical TerminologyAnatomy & Physiology Test INervous System I – Nervous System BasicsNervous System II – Central Nervous SystemNervous System III – Central Nervous SystemNervous System IV – Peripheral Nervous SystemEndocrine SystemAnatomy & Physiology Test IISkeletal SystemJoints, Levers & ForcesMuscular System IMuscular System IIMuscular System IIIBiomechanics BasicsAnatomy & Physiology Test IIIIntegumentary SystemCardiovascular SystemLymphatic & Immune SystemAnatomy & Physiology Test IVRespiratory SystemDigestive SystemUrinary SystemReproductive SystemAnatomy & Physiology Test VPhysiological Effects of Massage- Test VIGeneral Contraindications of Massage- Test VIIOsteology: 5 classes MSS0204 OCP A: 02.0- 02.01, 02.02, 02.03, 02.04, 02.05Introduction to OsteologyBone Landmarks---Axial SkeletonBone Landmarks---Upper App.Bone Landmarks---Lower App.Bone Landmarks---TestMyology: 30 classes MSS0204 OCP A: 02.0- 02.01, 02.02, 02.03, 02.04, 02.05Muscles Clay HNFMuscle Palpation --HNFMuscles Clay Axial IMuscle Palpation --Axial IMuscles Clay Axial IIMuscle Palpation --Axial II

Muscle Anatomy Test (HNF, Axial I/II)Muscle Clay ShoulderMuscle Clay ElbowMuscle Clay WristMuscle Anatomy Test (Shoulder, etc.)Muscle Clay HipMuscle Clay KneeMuscle Clay AnkleMuscle Anatomy Test (Hip, knee, etc.)Muscle Anatomy Review IMuscle Anatomy Review IIMuscle Anatomy Comprehensive ExamMuscle Palpation Test (HNF, etc.)Muscle Palpation --ShoulderMuscle Palpation --ElbowMuscle Palpation --WristMuscle Palpation Test (Shoulder, et)Muscle Palpation --HipMuscle Palpation --KneeMuscle Palpation --AnkleMuscle Palpation (Hip, knee, etc.)Muscle Palpation Review IMuscle Palpation Review IIMuscle Palpation Comp. ExamBasic Massage Theory and History: 45 classesMeets the Florida Board of Massage Therapy requirements of 100 hoursTherapeutic Massage: 16 classes MSS0204 OCP A: 03.0- 03.01, 03.02, 03.03, 03.04, 03.05, 03.06, 03.07,03.08, 03.09, 03.10Posture IDrapingPosture IIMassage Techniques- Effleurage IMassage Techniques- Friction IMassage Techniques- Petrissage IMassage Techniques- VibrationMassage Techniques- CompressionSwedish Massage Practice- H,N,FBlindfold Massage PracticeMassage Techniques- Effleurage IIMassage Techniques- Friction IIMassage Techniques- Petrissage IIMassage Techniques- PercussionMassage Techniques- StretchingSwedish Massage Practice- ReviewMedical Massage: 22 classes MSS0204 OCP A: 03.0- 03.01, 03.02, 03.03, 03.04, 03.05, 03.06, 03.07, 03.08,03.09, 03.10Physical Assessment & Treatment PlanningConnective Tissue Massage IISegment-Reflex Massage IINeuromuscular Therapy INeuromuscular Therapy IIIMuscle Energy Technique IIMyofascial Release IMyofascial Release IIIStretching IStretching IIILymphatic Drainage Massage IIConnective Tissue Massage ISegment-Reflex Massage IPeriosteal Massage INeuromuscular Therapy IIMuscle Energy Technique IMuscle Energy Technique IIIMyofascial Release IICyriax MethodStretching IILymphatic Drainage Massage IRolfingSports Massage: 7 classes MSS0204 OCP A: 03.0- 03.01, 03.02, 03.03, 03.04, 03.05, 03.06, 03.07, 03.08, 03.09, 03.10Sports Massage ISports Massage IISports Massage IIISports Massage IVSports Massage VSports Massage VISports Massage VII

Clinical Practicum: 57 classesMeets the Florida Board of Massage Therapy requirements of 125 hoursHuman Relations & Communication: 9 classesOrientation to Health Occupations IIntroduction to Massage Therapy SchoolGroup Dynamics IIGroup Dynamics IVListening SkillsMSS0204 OCP A: 01.0- 01.01, 01.02, 01.03, 01.04Orientation to Health Occupations IIGroup Dynamics IGroup Dynamics IIIRapportCase Studies: 5 classes MSS0204 OCP A: 01.0- 01.01, 01.02, 01.03, 01.04Situational Drills NeckSituational Drills ShoulderSituational Drills BackSituational Drills LegSituational Drills HipClinical Muscle Separation & Definition: 7 classes MSS0204 OCP A: 01.0- 01.01, 01.02, 01.03, 01.04Muscle Separation & Definition HNFMuscle S & D Axial Skeleton IMuscle S & D Chest & Arm IMuscle S & D PLL IMuscle S & D ALL IMuscle S & D Review IMuscle S & D TestResearch Analysis & Clinical Assessment: 12 classes MSS0204 OCP A: 01.0- 01.01, 01.02, 01.03,01.04Situational Research IPrinciples of Reflex MechanismReflex Zones- Chronic Somatic DisordersReflex Zones- HyperirritabilityReflex Zones- ConvergenceClient Evaluation & First VisitSituational Research IINeurometamer ReflexesReflex Zones- Chronic Visceral DisordersReflex Zones- FacilitationPain Evaluation & Pain PatternsDocumentation: Clinical Interview & SOAPClinical/Community Outreach Practicum: 24 classes MSS0204 OCP A: 01.0- 01.01, 01.02, 01.03,01.04Massage Practice (Classroom Models or Off Campus) X 24Allied Modalities: 28 classesMeets the Florida Board of Massage Therapy requirements of 76 hoursMuscle Testing: 8 classes MSS0209 OCP B: 06.0- 06.01, 06.02, 06.03, 06.04Muscle Testing (Assessment) IntroductionMuscle Testing Head & NeckMuscle Testing Lumbar Spine & SacrumMuscle Testing ShoulderMuscle Testing Elbow, Forearm, Wrist & HandMuscle Testing Hip & KneeMuscle Testing Lower Leg, Ankle & FootMuscle Testing TestBiomechanics: 6 classes MSS0209 OCP B: 06.0- 06.01, 06.02, 06.03, 06.04Biomechanics-Head & NeckBiomechanics-Lumbar Spine/SacrumBiomechanics- cs-Hip & KneeBiomechanics-Lower Leg/Ankle/Foot