Zion Massage College Professional Licensed Massage Therapy Program 2019 Start Dates
| Professional Licensed Massage Therapy Program | Start Dates |
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2019 EVENING CLASSES 900 Hour Program | Winter: Jan 28, 2019 Spring: April 8, 2019 Summer: June 24, 2019 Fall: Sept 3, 2019 |
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2019 DAY CLASSES 900 Hour Program | Winter: Jan 22, 2019 Spring: Mar 25, 2019 Summer: May 28, 2019 Fall: Aug 26, 2019 |
| Program Hours | 900 |
| Program Length | 12 months |
| Tuition & Fees | $12,600 *Includes Two and Half Week Study Abroad Thai Massage Training in Chiang Mai, Thailand (flight, accommodation and training included).*Meals and elective activities are not included in the study abroad component. |
| Books, Fees and Supplies | $600 package *Includes table, digital manuals, hard copy textbooks, massage table, linens and 1 gallon of massage oil or lotion. |
| Total Program Costs | $13,200 *Includes 900 hour training, study abroad in Thailand, table, digital manuals, hard copy textbooks, massage table, linens and 1 gallon of massage oil or lotion. |
For More Information Call 435-261-4203 or contact rebecca@zmc.edu
Curriculum Overview
The 900 hour curriculum at ZMC exceeds all Utah State requirements.
Below is a comparison, which shows Utah State curriculum requirements
alongside ZMC’s requirements for graduation.
For more information call 435-261-4203 or send an email to admin@zionmassagecollege.com
Overview Comparison of State Requirements and ZMC Requirements:
| Category | State Requirement | ABT/ZMC Requirement |
| Anatomy & Physiology | 125 | 180 |
| Pathology | 40 | 52 |
| Massage Theory | 285 | 416 |
| Business, Ethics and Professional Standards | 35 | 56 |
| Universal Precautions, Sanitation/FA/CPR | 15 | 16 |
| Student Clinical Internship | 100 | 180 |
| Total | 600 | 900 |
Curriculum Overview
900 Total Clock Hours
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:
Anatomy And Physiology Level I
Clock Hours: 36
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: This Anatomy and Physiology I course provides the foundation platform for the general study of the human body’s structure and function. Emphasis is placed on the complex nature of the body’s chemical level, cellular level, histology, integumentary, skeletal, joints, muscles and tissues.
Anatomy And Physiology Level II
Clock Hours: 36
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: The Anatomy and Physiology II course focuses on musculoskeletal anatomy. In this course, students focus attention specifically on learning Musculoskeletal Anatomy of the upper body, including the location, origin and insertion, actions, and synergistic movements of the musculature. Students learn to identify and palpate the musculature to become familiar with the underlying structures of the human body. Through lecture, demonstration and palpation, students learn to clearly understand and communicate the way in which massage works to assist in the maintenance, healing and support of the client’s muscular and skeletal systems.
Anatomy And Physiology Level III
Clock Hours: 36
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: The Anatomy and Physiology course continues the study of musculoskeletal anatomy with a focus on the lower body. Students are taught how a clear understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy provides the foundation for an effective massage therapy session. In this course students focus attention on the location, origin and insertion, actions, and synergistic movements of the musculature. Students learn to identify and palpate the musculature to become familiar with the underlying structures of the human body and to clearly understand and communicate the way in which massage works to assist in the maintenance, healing and support of these structures.
Anatomy And Physiology Level IV
Clock Hours: 36
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: In the Anatomy and Physiology IV course, students review all the body systems with emphasis on the complex nature of the circulatory, digestive, endocrine, immune, lymphatic, muscular, nervous, respiratory, skeletal, urinary and reproductive systems of the body, the interrelationship of the organs, and the body’s ability to adapt to the environment.
Ashiatsu And Chavutti Thirumal
Clock Hours: 24
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: In the Ashiatsu/Chavutti Thirumal course, students learn how to use their feet to apply deep restructuring massage techniques, which balance, relax, and align the client’s body, mind and spirit. Ashiatsu is like receiving a deep,, flowy Swedish Massage with broad, consistent pressure, which is applied by the therapist’s feet. In addition to learning the practical application of the modality, students learn the martial arts and cultural theory and trace the Ayurvedic roots of Ashiatsu and Chavutti Thirumal.
Craniosacral Therapy
Clock Hours: 24
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle form of bodywork, which evaluates and treats the body, mind and spirit. The modality utilizes a whole person approach to balancing these three aspects of the client. CST focuses its attention and treatment on the bones of the cranium, spine, sacrum, meninges and other supporting tissues. The theory of CST also utilizes the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) to regulate the rhythm, flow and direction of this vital substance.
Exam Prep
Clock Hours: 24
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description:
GUA-SHA Massage
Clock Hours: 12
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: In the Gua-Sha massage course, students learn the theory and practical application of Gua-Sha massage. This style of massage/bodywork is commonly practiced within Traditional Chinese Medicine. Gua-Sha massage involves gently rubbing the skin, using friction, along the Chinese Acupressure Meridians. Students learn to treat client’s musculoskeletal complaints by using a special tool that is utilized to loosen fascia and tight musculature. This traditional massage modality is well known in Chian and throughout Asia for general detoxification, increasing the metabolism, relieving muscular tension, restoring proper ciruclation to the body and for relieving the symptoms of the flu and colds. Students also learn the TCM theory behind the use of Gua-Sha to tighten skin, reduce wrinkles and to combat the signs of aging. The practice of Gua-Sha has stood the test of time; per Chinese history, the practice of Gua-Sha was popularized during the Tang and Ming Dynasties, which date back to 618 AD.
Hydrotherapy And Spa Therapy Techniques
Clock Hours: 16
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: In the Hydrotherapy and Spa Techniques course, students learn how to enhance a massage practice through the use of Hydrotherapy. Students learn how to apply hydrotherapy and based spa techniques to relax muscles, reduce swelling, speed injury recovery time. In addition, students learn the history of and present day use of common hydrotherapy based spa therapies.
Kinesiology
Clock Hours: 36
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: In the Kinesiology course, students will learn how the human body moves. Kinesiology is defined as the study of human movement. Students learn the basics behind the biomechanics necessary to understand the complex interactions of muscles, they will be able to visualize and demonstrate joint range of motion, and explain how muscles work together during any movement by considering concentric, isometric and eccentric muscle functions.
Massage Therapy Core I
Clock Hours: 40
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: In the Massage Therapy Core I course, students learn the five basic Swedish Massage strokes of Effleurage, Petrissage, Vibration, Tapotement and Friction along with basic and intermediate techniques, which are needed to give a safe and effective full body Swedish massage. Students learn to address and avoid basic ethical dilemmas such as transference and countertransference. They learn and demonstrate proficiency in conducting client assessments and in creating custom protocols to meet the specific needs of the client. In addition to massage technique and application, this course provides a strong emphasis to indications and contraindications to massage, along with appropriate responses to common pathological disorders. Students develop their sense of touch awareness and are prepared to begin giving massage in the student clinic.
Massage Therapy Core II
Clock Hours: 20
Prerequisite: Massage Therapy Core I
Description: In the Massage Therapy Core II course, students learn how to add complimentary treatments, such as the use of Hot Stone Massage and Essential Oils to their Swedish Massage treatment protocols. In addition, students continue to practice and refine their Swedish Massage techniques of Effleurage, Petrissage, Tapotement, Vibration and Friction. STudents begin to increase their comfort level and competency in giving the pressure level that matches the client’s preference. Students demonstrate competency in giving light, moderate and deep Swedish Massage. A strong focus is placed on healthy body mechanics and on working in a sustainable way, which will support the longevity of the massage therapists career.
Optimal Health For The Massage Therapist
Clock Hours: 28
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s 900 Hour Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: The Optimal Health for the Massage Therapist course focuses on self-care for the Massage Therapy Professional. As a Massage Therapist, you model health for your clients. It is important to continually monitor and tend to your own physical, emotional, and spiritual health so that you can begin each client’s session relaxed, focused and present.
In this course, you will learn a variety of ways to improve and sustain your overall health. As you progress through the course, you will design your own custom and sustainable routine, which addresses your nutritional, emotional, spiritual and physical health. Topics addressed in this course include:
- Understanding Yourself and Others
- Building Rapport & Managing Expectations
- Breathing Strategies
- Meditation Strategies
- Posture: Body Mechanics & Movement (hint: move in every direction)
- Energetic and Emotional Health Strategies
- Utilizing Nature as an Anchor in Maintaining Optimal Health
Pathology
Clock Hours: 52
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: In the Pathology course, students learn the how massage influences the disease and healing process and how massage therapists can provide their clients with maximum benefits while minimizing risks. Throughout the course, identification and knowledge of indications and contraindications for massage, etiology, signs, symptoms, and standard treatment approaches for common diseases and conditions is emphasized.
Professional Ethics And Business Standards
Clock Hours: 36
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: In the Professional Ethics and Business Standards course, students learn the important principles and guidelines for beginning an ethical and successful career as a Licensed Massage Therapist. Students learn how to work with other medical therapists can provide clients with maximum benefits while minimizing risks. Students learn to work with other medical providers to assist the client and to refer clients to the appropriate medical provider. Throughout the course, identification and knowledge of indicaitons and contraindications for massage, etiology, signs, symptoms, and standard treatment approaches for common diseases and condition is emphasized.
Reflexology
Clock Hours: 20
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: In the study of Reflexology, students learn how the systems, organs and muscles of the body correspond with specific pressure points on the hands and feet. Reflexology teaches that these pressure points stimulate and encourage healing of the body. Students learn how to massage and apply pressure to these Reflexology points through various soft tissue manipulation techniques. The healing practice of Reflexology dates as far back as ancient Egypt. Many ancient religious and spiritual texts also mention the feet in symbolical and actual references to points throughout the body.
Sports Massage And PNF Stretching
Clock Hours: 24
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: The Sports and Athletic Massage course teaches students how to work with tissues of the body to eliminate and reduce pain and to create structural/postural changes in their clients. Students learn how to conduct assessments of client’s postural habits and structural imbalances and how to implement change, through tissue manipulation, stretching and take home exercises for the client. In addition, students learn how to utilize this knowledge to enhance their own lives and to support a long healthy career in the massage therapy and bodywork field.
Structural Concepts
Clock Hours: 64
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: In the Deep Tissue Massage course, students learn to manipulate connective tissues of the body to eliminate and reduce pain and to create structural/postural changes in their clients. Students learn how to conduct assessments of client’s postural habits and structural imbalances and how to implement change, through tissue manipulation, stretching and take home exercises for the client. In addition, students learn how to utilize this knowledge to enhance their own lives and to support a long healthy career in the massage therapy and bodywork field.
Student Massage Clinical Internship
Clock Hours: 180
Prerequisite: Massage Core I
Description: Students apply their knowledge and skills learned in ZMC courses through practicing massage therapy on the public. Qualified ZMC staff members will be present always during the clinical internship to oversee safety and protocol issues, to provide instruction and to answer questions from students or clients.
TCM Cupping Massage, Herbal Liniments And Moxibustion
Clock Hours: 20
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: This course is comprised of three parts:
- TCM Cupping Massage: Students learn to use special suction cups that act as the inverse of compressional style massage. When air is removed from the specially designed cups, a negative pressure is produced that creates a therapeutic vacuum effect, which is utilized to massage and loosen tight musculature, restore proper circulation, reduce the appearance of cellulite and to cultivate homeostasis.
- Liniment Creation and Application: Students learn to create TCM sports liniments, which are each designed for specific healing purposes. These liniments are based on traditional recipes from the Chinese Martial Arts tradition.
- Moxibustion: Students learn to safely apply the TCM herb moxibustion for self-care. Moxibustion is said to relax the body and mind, decrease pain and increase energy for health promotion.
Thai Massage Level I
Clock Hours: 60
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: The Thai Massage Level I course establishes the foundation of a professional Thai Massage practice. The course blends Traditional Thai Massage stretches (emphasized by Northern Style Thai Massage), Sen points (emphasized by Southern Style Thai Massage), proper use of body mechanics and body weight with techniques, which utilize the therapist’s feet, knees, elbows, and palms. Students learn how to incorporate gentle rocking and rhythmic movements, which relax the client and promote the meditative, experience of receiving Thai Massage. In addition, students learn how to customize and modify Thai Massage techniques to accommodate client body size, physical limitations, and client preference.
Included in a student’s tuition is the option of studying this class in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Tok-Sen
Clock Hours: 16
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: Sen Line Tapping, also known as Tok-Sen is an ancient healing practice, which is unique to Northern Thailand. For over 2,500 years, Sen Line Tapping/Tok Sen, which uses a specific form of Tapotement Massage, has been used to improve posture, reduce muscular pain and to balance the chakras and sen (energy) of the body. The gentle tapping, which repeats sets of three distinct, rhythmic taps, creates sound waves and vibrations. These vibrations resonate through the client’s body and are believed to help eliminate stress and clear negativity and energy blockages.
Trigger Point Therapy
Clock Hours: 24
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: Trigger points are firm, palpable spots in the muscle, which send referred pain to other areas of the body. Trigger point therapy has theoretical ties to Chinese Acupressure and the practice of treating one area in order to relieve pain in another area of the client’s body. In Trigger Point Therapy students learn how to identify and effectively treat trigger points using a manual technique which applies a consistent hold and release pattern.
Universal Precautions, Sanitation, And CPR
Clock Hours: 16
Prerequisite: Acceptance into ZMC’s Professional Massage Therapy Program
Description: Students learn how to prepare for a variety of emergency situations by making sure that the scene is safe, giving basic care and getting help in a quick and efficient manner. In addition, students are certified by the American Red Cross in CPR and learn basic First Aid Skills.