Peripheral neurovascular pathology is also studied. Time is set aside to demonstrate how to adjust a treatment in order to work effectively and do no harm. This course will form the foundation to understand the principles of Chinese medicine. Through reading assignments, role play, and discussion, students will learn how attitudes, judgments, body language, and words affect their ability to work effectively with their clientele. This course provides the student with the basic tools to establish a practice or apply for a job through lectures, discussions, and exercises in areas that may include goal setting, writing a resume, creating a business plan, and self-management.
Students discuss the ethical and legal aspects of running a massage and bodywork practice.
Students will learn how to apply tools such as the body support system and other props for a variety of client needs. Clinic will be held in a classroom sectioned off by curtains. Students may choose either weeknights or weekend days. Interviewing and assessment skills will be practiced in depth. The supervisor will coach students on their professionalism, technique, body mechanics, and ability to work within a time frame.