This class meets one day per week for 16 weeks. This course is given after Swedish Massage. Students are taught techniques to work soft tissue dysfunction in specific areas of the body. The new techniques include myofascial release techniques, trigger points, neuromuscular therapy techniques, and orthopedic massage techniques. Students also learn and have practical experience doing postural analysis, and assessment techniques.
Students also learn the indications and contraindications of hydrotherapy techniques.
This class meets one day per week for 20.5 weeks. The student will design a business plan, resume and other important documents in preparation for successfully entering the job market. The school maintains a placement directory that the student may use upon graduation, and post-graduate advice is always available. A term paper will be required. Massage is an art form, and all therapists need the opportunity to cultivate their own personal style.