MCCCD Program Description

Major: 3144 Catalog Year: 2024-2025 Effective Term: 2023 Fall Last Admit Term: 9999 Award: AAS Total Credits: 61-71 CIP Code: 51.3501	Primary College: Initiating College: Phoenix College Program Availability: Not Found Program Availability: Shared Program Availability: College-Specific: PC Field of Interest: Health Sciences Instructional Council: Exercise Science, Health and Physical Education, Recreation and Wellness (32) GPA: 2.00
SOC Code: Upon completion of this degree, students may pursue a career as: 31-9011 Massage Therapists

Description: The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Massage Therapy program is designed to provide students with the foundational and advanced technical skills to meet State of Arizona licensure qualifications and is designed to prepare students for employment as massage professionals. The field of massage therapy is a holistic profession focused on helping people improve their physical and emotional well-being. Partnering with instructors and fellow students in a hands-on learning environment, students will gain a deep understanding of massage therapy integrating classic techniques including Swedish, deep tissue, and therapeutic. Students will have opportunities in onsite clinical and classroom settings working with a variety of individuals. Upon completion of this program students will be prepared to work in a range of settings including private practice, physical therapy clinics, chiropractic offices, corporate/franchised spas, sports industry, and destination resorts.

Learning Outcomes
1. Utilize effective written and oral communication skills with clients and colleagues in accordance with industry standards. (BIO160, HCC130, HCC145AA, MGT253, WED165, WED204, WED215, WED230, WED231, WED232, WED250AA, WED250AB, FON241, HES100, SPT271, WED120, WED125, WED145, WED151, WED162, WED172, WED176, WED182, WED183, WED210, WED218, WED220, WED225, WED297AA, WED297AB, WED297AC, CRE101, REC120, [FYC], [HU], [MA], (COM)) 2. Effectively apply knowledge of body systems, functional anatomy, physiology, and common pathologies to the practice of massage therapy. (BIO160, HCC145AA, WED165, WED215, WED230, WED231, WED232, WED250AA, WED250AB, FON241, HES100, SPT271, PED101JU, PED101PS, PED102PS, PED103PS, PED101TC, PED102TC, PED103TC, PED201TC, PED101YO, PED102YO, PED103YO, PED201YO, WED120, WED125, WED145, WED151, WED162, WED172, WED176, WED182, WED183, WED210, WED218, WED220, WED225, WED297AA, WED297AB, WED297AC, REC120) 3. Demonstrate effective and culturally responsive communication skills to build trust and rapport with clients. (HCC130, WED165, WED215, WED230, WED231, WED232, WED250AA, WED250AB, FON241, HES100, SPT271, WED120, WED125, WED145, WED151, WED162, WED172, WED176, WED182, WED183, WED210, WED218, WED220, WED225, WED297AA, WED297AB, WED297AC, CRE101, REC120, [FYC], [HU], (COM)) 4. Establish and maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for both therapist and client. (MGT253, WED165, WED204, WED215, WED230, WED231, WED232, WED250AA, WED250AB, FON241, HES100, SPT271, PED101JU, PED101PS, PED102PS, PED103PS, PED101TC, PED102TC, PED103TC, PED201TC, PED101YO, PED102YO, PED103YO, PED201YO, WED120, WED125, WED145, WED151, WED162, WED172, WED176, WED182, WED183, WED210, WED218, WED220, WED225, WED297AA, WED297AB, WED297AC, PSY101, REC120, (COM)) 5. Demonstrate appropriate physical and emotional self-care strategies. (WED165, WED215, WED230, WED231, WED232, WED250AA, WED250AB, FON241, HES100, SPT271, PED101JU, PED101PS, PED102PS, PED103PS, PED101TC, PED102TC, PED103TC, PED201TC, PED101YO, PED102YO, PED103YO, PED201YO, WED120, WED125, WED145, WED151, WED162, WED172, WED176, WED182, WED183, WED210, WED218, WED220, WED225, WED297AA, WED297AB, WED297AC, PSY101, REC120, (COM)) 6. Evaluate the profession of massage therapy within the context of the healthcare field. (HCC130, HCC145AA, MGT253, WED165, WED204, WED215, WED230, WED231, WED232, WED250AA, WED250AB, WED120, WED125, WED145, WED151, WED162, WED172, WED176, WED182, WED183, WED210, WED218, WED220, WED225, WED297AA, WED297AB, WED297AC, CRE101, [FYC]) 7. Assess and create individualized treatment plans that are safe and effective for a variety of populations. (WED165, WED215, WED230, WED231, WED232, WED250AA, WED250AB, FON241, HES100, SPT271, PED101JU, PED101PS, PED102PS, PED103PS, PED101TC, PED102TC, PED103TC, PED201TC, PED101YO, PED102YO, PED103YO, PED201YO, WED120, WED125, WED145, WED151, WED162, WED172, WED176, WED182, WED183, WED210, WED218, WED220, WED225, WED297AA, WED297AB, WED297AC, REC120, [MA]) 8. Practice industry-accepted professional and ethical behavior including the maintenance of boundaries appropriate to the field. (HCC130, HCC145AA, MGT253, WED165, WED204, WED215, WED230, WED231, WED232, WED250AA, WED250AB, WED120, WED125, WED145, WED151, WED162, WED172, WED176, WED182, WED183, WED210, WED218, WED220, WED225, WED297AA, WED297AB, WED297AC, PSY101) 9. Perform effective targeted and full body massage techniques in a professional environment. (WED230, WED231, WED232, WED250AA, WED250AB, WED120, WED145, WED210, WED220, WED297AA, WED297AB, WED297AC)

Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program. Students must attend an orientation prior to applying to the program and be advised by the Program Director. A special application must be completed to be officially accepted in the program. Contact the Program Director or Advisement to obtain the Massage Therapy Program packet.

Admission Criteria
High school diploma or GED. Proof of current immunization: Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR), tuberculosis skin test (TB), varicella, tetanus, diphtheria, and Hepatitis B vaccine (HEB). Have the ability to fully participate in classroom, laboratory, or clinical setting program activities. Submit current CPR card for Health Care Provider and maintain current status throughout the practicum(s). Complete and submit the health declaration form signed by a licensed health care provider. Submit to a drug screening and demonstrate negative results. Successfully complete an interview process. Formal application and admission to the program are required. Background Check Requirements Admission to an Allied Health program requires that students be in compliance with the Maricopa County Community College District Supplemental Background Check policy. Program applications will not be accepted without a copy of an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card. Upon conditional program admission, the student must comply with all requirements of the current MCCCD background check policy.

Required Courses

FYE101 Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR
FYE103 Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) 1-3

MGT253 Owning and Operating a Small Business (3) OR
WED204 Establishing a Massage Practice (3) 3

+ WED230 Therapeutic Massage Practices I 6
+ WED231 Therapeutic Massage Practices II 6
+ WED232 Therapeutic Massage Practices III 6
+ WED250AA Clinical Practicum: Part I 1.5
+ WED250AB Clinical Practicum: Part II 1.5

Students must also complete one of the following specializations.

Specialization 1 - Credits: 12
BIO160 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology 4
HCC130 Fundamentals in Health Care Delivery 3
HCC145AA Medical Terminology for Health Care Professionals I 1
WED165 Overview of Massage Therapy 2
WED215 Self-Care for Health Care Providers 2

OR

Specialization 2 - Credits: 8
Specialization 2 is for students who have completed an Associate in Applied Science degree or higher degree in a health science discipline from a regionally accredited institution of higher education recognized by The Maricopa Community Colleges.

BIO160 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology 4
WED165 Overview of Massage Therapy 2
WED215 Self-Care for Health Care Providers 2

Credits: 33-39

Restricted Electives
Select courses 100-level or higher to complete the minimum total program credits required for this degree. WED+++++ Any WED Wellness Education course(s) approved by the Program Director except courses already used to satisfy Required Courses and Restricted Electives areas. 1-4 Focus Area: Massage Techniques WED120 Massage Therapy: Anatomy Refresher - Upper Body 1 WED145 Reflexology 1 + WED210 Sports Massage 2 WED220 Gentle Touch for Individuals Living with Cancer 2 WED297AA Special Topics: Therapeutic Massage 1 WED297AB Special Topics: Therapeutic Massage 2 WED297AC Special Topics: Therapeutic Massage 3 Focus Area: Alternative and Complimentary Methods WED125 Reiki: Healing and Symbols 2 WED151 Introduction to Alternative Medicine 3 WED162 Meditation and Wellness 1 WED172 Overview of Herbal Remedies 1 WED176 Flower Essences 1 WED182 Health Conditions and Popular Herbs 2 WED183 Introduction to Ayurvedic Principles 2 WED218 Aromatherapy 1 + WED225 Reiki: Master Level and Teacher Training 2 Focus Area: Mind-body Activities PED101JU Judo 1 PED101PS Pilates 1 PED102PS Pilates - Intermediate 1 PED103PS Pilates (0.5) (May be repeated) 1 PED101TC Tai Chi 1 PED102TC Tai Chi - Intermediate 1 PED103TC Tai Chi (0.5) (May be repeated) 1 PED201TC Tai Chi - Advanced 1 PED101YO Yoga 1 PED102YO Yoga - Intermediate 1 PED103YO Yoga (0.5) (May be repeated) 1 PED201YO Yoga - Advanced 1 Focus Area: Health and Wellness FON241 Principles of Human Nutrition 3 HES100 Healthful Living 3 REC120 Leisure and the Quality of Life 3 SPT271 Sports Medicine Foundations 3	Credits: 8-10

General Electives
	Credits: 0

General Education Requirements

General Education Requirement	Credits: 18-24

General Education Core	Credits: 12-18

First-Year Composition	Credits: 6
+ ENG101 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG107 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND + ENG102 First-Year Composition (3) OR + ENG108 First-Year Composition for ESL (3) 6

Oral Communication	Credits: 3
COM100 Introduction to Human Communication (3) OR COM110 Interpersonal Communication (3) OR + COM225 Public Speaking (3) OR COM230 Small Group Communication (3) 3

Critical Reading	Credits: 0-3
+ CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment 0-3

Mathematics	Credits: 3-6
+ MAT140 College Mathematics (5) OR + MAT141 College Mathematics (4) OR + MAT142 College Mathematics (3) OR MAT145 College Mathematics with Review (5) OR MAT146 College Mathematics with Review (6) OR Equivalent or higher level mathematics course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area. 3-6

General Education Distribution	Credits: 6

Humanities, Arts and Design	Credits: 3
Any approved general education course from the Humanities, Arts and Design area.

Social-Behavioral Sciences	Credits: 3
REC120 Leisure and the Quality of Life (3) OR PSY101 Introduction to Psychology (3) 3

Natural Sciences	Credits: 0
Met by BIO160 in Required Courses area.

+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: November 22, 2022

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.