North Alabama Wellness School of Massage
Dear Prospective Student,
Welcome to North Alabama Wellness School of Massage. Our mission is to provide a learning environment where the student gains knowledge in therapeutic massage and to give students an environment for gaining personal and professional growth. North Alabama Wellness School of Massage will strive to equip the student with the knowledge and tools to be a success in the field of therapeutic massage.
If you are considering a career in massage therapy, North Alabama Wellness School of Massage can help you reach your goal.
We will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Massage Therapist Curriculum
HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
To develop a greater understanding of the human body, as well as the location and function of each system in the body as follows: Osteology a study of bones and joints as well as the bony landmarks - Circulatory system, a study of the cardiovascular , lymph-vascular systems - Nervous system. a hour study or the central nervous system. Other studies will include the integumentary, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, excretory, lymph, immune, and reproductive systems. Pathology and contraindications will also be covered in this section. This will include the study of diseases and contraindications to assist the therapist in their evaluation of the client. Kinesiology studies will allow the student to learn therapeutic and professional skills by definition and description of the muscles as well as location, origin, insertion, and action. The student will have a clear understanding of the musculoskeletal structure and the association with soft tissue manipulation.
(200 Class Hours)
BODY CONDITIONING
The students will participate in yoga, and other body exercise throughout the school year. This will introduce different methods of physical fitness for the career in massage and incorporates stretching for pre and post sporting events.
(36 Class Hours)
TOUCH THERAPY MODALITIES THEORY
The study of theory as it relates to History of Massage (6 hours), Infant massage & Pregnancy massage (8 hours), Chair massage (6 hours), Energy work (6 hours), Oriental techniques (8 hours), Reflexology (8 hours) and Hydrotherapy (4 hours).
(46 Class Hours)
SWEDISH MASSAGE TECHNIQUES
This section will cover therapeutic skills to be used in massage as a basic foundation. This will include basic massage strokes: effleurage, petrissage vibration, friction, and tapotement. The students will learn body mechanics, correct draping procedures, and to describe the physiological effect of the strokes they will learn.
(69 Class Hours)
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE/INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL MASSAGE
This section will cover an extensive study of connective tissue and how deep tissue massage is used as a therapeutic treatment to relieve pain and chronic stress patterns. Utilizes a combination of trigger point therapy, myofascial work and stretching to provide deep tissue relief.
(48 Class Hours)
SUPERVISED CLINICALS/OTHER
The students will be able to practice massage techniques on clients while the instructor supervises the session. This will give the student experience in combining all their knowledge in performing massage as well as client/therapist relations. Students will be given an opportunity to practice massage for sporting events such as marathons.
(75 Supervised Clinical Hours)
INTERNSHIP
The students will spend time learning Spa techniques, assisting other massage therapists, and learning the inner working of the business on a day to day basis. This time will also allow massage instructors to evaluate and assist students on a one-on-one basis. The students will not receive pay for their services. Internship time can also be used if an instructor needs to place extra emphasis on a previously covered portion of the curriculum.
(120 Hours)
BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL ETHICS
This section will cover the business and marketing as it applies to the field of massage therapy. Students will learn professional ethics and understand the laws governing massage in the State of Alabama. The student will also learn what to expect in their final exam as well as information about licensing and National Board testing. First Aid and CPR certification classes will also be covered in this series.
(56 Class Hours)
Jeniffer J. Hall-Mobley
Director of Education
Andral L. Brown
Assistant Director
Kelley D. Wylie
Executive Administrator
190 Ana Dr
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 767-1890
https://nawsm.com
Dear Prospective Student,
Welcome to North Alabama Wellness School of Massage. Our mission is to provide a learning environment where the student gains knowledge in therapeutic massage and to give students an environment for gaining personal and professional growth. North Alabama Wellness School of Massage will strive to equip the student with the knowledge and tools to be a success in the field of therapeutic massage.
If you are considering a career in massage therapy, North Alabama Wellness School of Massage can help you reach your goal.
We will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Massage Therapist Curriculum
HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
To develop a greater understanding of the human body, as well as the location and function of each system in the body as follows: Osteology a study of bones and joints as well as the bony landmarks - Circulatory system, a study of the cardiovascular , lymph-vascular systems - Nervous system. a hour study or the central nervous system. Other studies will include the integumentary, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, excretory, lymph, immune, and reproductive systems. Pathology and contraindications will also be covered in this section. This will include the study of diseases and contraindications to assist the therapist in their evaluation of the client. Kinesiology studies will allow the student to learn therapeutic and professional skills by definition and description of the muscles as well as location, origin, insertion, and action. The student will have a clear understanding of the musculoskeletal structure and the association with soft tissue manipulation.
(200 Class Hours)
BODY CONDITIONING
The students will participate in yoga, and other body exercise throughout the school year. This will introduce different methods of physical fitness for the career in massage and incorporates stretching for pre and post sporting events.
(36 Class Hours)
TOUCH THERAPY MODALITIES THEORY
The study of theory as it relates to History of Massage (6 hours), Infant massage & Pregnancy massage (8 hours), Chair massage (6 hours), Energy work (6 hours), Oriental techniques (8 hours), Reflexology (8 hours) and Hydrotherapy (4 hours).
(46 Class Hours)
SWEDISH MASSAGE TECHNIQUES
This section will cover therapeutic skills to be used in massage as a basic foundation. This will include basic massage strokes: effleurage, petrissage vibration, friction, and tapotement. The students will learn body mechanics, correct draping procedures, and to describe the physiological effect of the strokes they will learn.
(69 Class Hours)
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE/INTRODUCTION TO MEDICAL MASSAGE
This section will cover an extensive study of connective tissue and how deep tissue massage is used as a therapeutic treatment to relieve pain and chronic stress patterns. Utilizes a combination of trigger point therapy, myofascial work and stretching to provide deep tissue relief.
(48 Class Hours)
SUPERVISED CLINICALS/OTHER
The students will be able to practice massage techniques on clients while the instructor supervises the session. This will give the student experience in combining all their knowledge in performing massage as well as client/therapist relations. Students will be given an opportunity to practice massage for sporting events such as marathons.
(75 Supervised Clinical Hours)
INTERNSHIP
The students will spend time learning Spa techniques, assisting other massage therapists, and learning the inner working of the business on a day to day basis. This time will also allow massage instructors to evaluate and assist students on a one-on-one basis. The students will not receive pay for their services. Internship time can also be used if an instructor needs to place extra emphasis on a previously covered portion of the curriculum.
(120 Hours)
BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL ETHICS
This section will cover the business and marketing as it applies to the field of massage therapy. Students will learn professional ethics and understand the laws governing massage in the State of Alabama. The student will also learn what to expect in their final exam as well as information about licensing and National Board testing. First Aid and CPR certification classes will also be covered in this series.
(56 Class Hours)
Jeniffer J. Hall-Mobley
Director of Education
Andral L. Brown
Assistant Director
Kelley D. Wylie
Executive Administrator
190 Ana Dr
Florence, AL 35630
(256) 767-1890
https://nawsm.com