Program offered is a Certificate.

Spa Massage [SPM]

Trigger Point and On Site Chair Massage

Relaxation massage is augmented by appropriately applied specific work to those parts of the body that hold tension and pain. In this course students learn basic assessment techniques that are used to identify problem areas. Trigger-point theory and technique and correlated stretching movements are taught and applied to relieve tension holding.

3.5 credit hours; 52 clock hours

Prerequisite: MT1

Spa Practices 1 [SP1]

Aromatherapy and Facial Rejuvenation

This is a practical study of the history, philosophy and culture of spas. Focusing on the American spa culture, this course covers customer relations as they relate to communication, ethics, retail, client education and safety and sanitation. An overview of spa modalities and scope of practice are presented. The therapeutic benefits of skin treatments are emphasized. Principles and practices of aromatherapy and facial rejuvenation are taught.

1.75 credit hour; 28 clock hours

Prerequisite: MT1

Spa Practices 2 [SP2]

Hydrotherapy, Reflexology and Hot Stone Massage

The intermediate skills presented in this course build on the basics learned in Spa Practices 1. The bio-physiology of thermalism and hydrotherapy is presented. The student is provided with a practical study of the principles of hydrotherapy. Reflexology, foot soaks and heated stone massage techniques are taught; ways to integrate these modalities into either a spa environment or into a private massage practice are addressed.

2.25 credit hour; 44 clock hours;

Prerequisite: SP1

Spa Practices 3 [SP3]

Dry Brushing, Salt Glow and Gommage

Foundational body-mind training and the psychology of relaxation, healing and cleansing are taught in this course. Emphasis is given to indications, contraindications and hands-on techniques as they apply to exfoliation, detoxification and hydration. Techniques taught include dry brush, salt glow and gommage.

2.25 credit hours; 44 clock hours

Prerequisite: SP2

Spa Practices 4 [SP4]

Wrap Treatments

Principles and practices of thalassotherapy, along with special wrap treatments utilizing seaweed, herbal, mud and fango products are presented. An off-site trip to a local spa provides experiential learning for the students. Students learn to integrate the techniques learned in the Spa Practices 1-4 series to provide client guidance, education and treatment program planning in an effective manner.

2.25 credit hours; 44 clock hours

Prerequisite: SP3

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