The following course is designed for students to learn the techniques and procedures for massage therapy and other body conditioning treatments for hygienic or remedial purposes: Applying alcohol or other lubricants or rubbing compounds; Massage body using a variety of established techniques for health purposes; Under the direction of a medical practitioner, giving instructions for activities such as reducing or remedial exercises.

Entry-level employment may also be available as a physical or corrective therapist assistant. Working under the direction of a physical or corrective therapist, prepare and administer physical therapy treatment such as massages; heat, light and sound treatments; and traction. Instruct, motivate and assist patients with learning and improving functional activities.

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