Below is the list of the courses and course descriptions offered at The Medical Arts School.

ESTHETICS
ES 101-ESTHETICS – ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY: 7.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course will begin with the history of esthetics. Anatomy and physiology as it relates to the head, face, and neck and its relevance to skin care will be discussed. Finally, the course will cover other natural sciences including nutrition, bacteriology, and sanitation.

ES 102-ESTHETICS - ASSESSMENT: 7.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course will provide student with tools needed to prepare to serve a client. The student will learn how to perform a visual inspection of the client’s head, face, and neck as well as gather information from the client to help identify any potential issues. Recordkeeping and post analysis will also be covered.

ES 103-AROMATHERAPY, FACIALS, AND MAKEUP: 7.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course will provide student with the skills needed to provide facials to the public. Various makeup techniques will be covered including camouflage makeup techniques. The student will also learn the fundamentals of aromatherapy.

ES 104-ADVANCED SCIENCES, COMMUNICATIONS, AND MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY: 7.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course will explore advanced skin care techniques including basic dermatology, pharmacology, and chemistry. An emphasis will be placed on medical terminology in these areas. Students will also study the basics of interpersonal communications and somatics.

ES 105-ADVANCED SKIN CARE: 7.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course will explore conditions of the skin that estheticians may experience as they begin their practice. Students will be able to identify conditions such as Rosacea, signs of aging, and treatments for clients of different ethnic backgrounds. This course will also explore Holistic methods of treatment for clients.

ES 106-HAIR REMOVAL, BODY TREATMENTS, AND SURGICAL PROCEDURES: 7.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course will begin discussing techniques used for waxing procedures and body treatments. The student will then explore plastic surgery and post surgery care requirements. The course will end with an introduction to the beneficial uses of Reflexology as it relates to the esthetics profession.

ES 111-ESTHETICS – CLINIC/LAB: 2.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course is designed to assist the students in developing their hands-on skills in esthetics as well as their paperwork skills. The student is expected to complete 40 hours in the lab/clinic observing procedures as well as performing procedures on fellow students and clinic clients. Office decorum, answering phones, completing files, and filing will be practiced.

ES 112- ESTHETICS – CLINIC/LAB: 2.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course is designed to assist the student in developing their hands-on skills in esthetics as well as their paperwork skills. The student is expected to complete 40 hours in the lab/clinic observing procedures as well as performing procedures on fellow students and clinic clients. Office decorum, answering phones, completing files, and filing will be practiced.

ES 113- ESTHETICS – CLINIC/LAB: 2.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course is designed to assist the student in developing their hands-on skills in esthetics as well as their paperwork skills. The student is expected to complete 40 hours in the lab/clinic observing procedures as well as performing procedures on fellow students and clinic clients. Office decorum, answering phones, completing files, and filing will be practiced.

ES 114- ESTHETICS – CLINIC/LAB: 2.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course is designed to assist the student in developing their hands-on skills in esthetics as well as their paperwork skills. The student is expected to complete 40 hours in the lab/clinic observing procedures as well as performing procedures on fellow students and clinic clients. Office decorum, answering phones, completing files, and filing will be practiced.

ES 115-ESTHETICS – CLINIC/LAB: 2.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course is designed to assist the student in developing their hands-on skills in esthetics as well as their paperwork skills. The student is expected to complete 40 hours in the lab/clinic observing procedures as well as performing procedures on fellow students and clinic clients. Office decorum, answering phones, completing files, and filing will be practiced.

ES 116-ESTHETICS – CLINIC/LAB: 2.0 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course is designed to assist the student in developing their hands-on skills in esthetics as well as their paperwork skills. The student is expected to complete 40 hours in the lab/clinic observing procedures as well as performing procedures on fellow students and clinic clients. Office decorum, answering phones, completing files, and filing will be practiced.

PROFESSIONAL MASSAGE THERAPY STUDIES
MG 111-SWEDISH MASSAGE - TORSO: 1.35 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. The Swedish torso module will prepare the student to do Swedish massage on the torso, reviewing body mechanics, draping, endangerment sites, bony landmarks, indications, and contraindications of the torso. Students will practice incorporating what they learn into the basic full-body Swedish massage they learned in Foundations.

MG 112-SWEDISH MASSAGE - UPPER EXTREMITIES: 1.12 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. This component will prepare the student to do upper extremity Swedish massage, with knowledge of bony landmarks and endangerment sites, indications, contraindications, and draping of the upper extremity. Students will practice incorporating what they learn into the basic full-body Swedish massage they learned in Foundations.

MG 113-SWEDISH MASSAGE - LOWER EXTREMITIES: 1.09 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. The Lower Extremity (LE) module will prepare the student to do Swedish massage of the lower extremity with full knowledge of bony landmarks, endangerment sites, indications, contraindications, and draping of the lower extremity. Students will practice incorporating what they learn into the basic full-body Swedish massage they learned in Foundations.

MG 114-SWEDISH MASSAGE - HEAD, FACE, & NECK: .67 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. Head, Face and Neck (HFN) will prepare the student to do a HFN massage with knowledge of bony landmarks, endangerment sites, indications, contraindications, and draping of the HFN. Students will also study the history of massage. Students will practice incorporating what they learn into the basic full-body Swedish massage they learned in Foundations.

MG 121-ANATOMY - TORSO: 1.49 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. This anatomy course is designed to provide the student with structural knowledge of the Torso. The bones, bony landmarks and muscles of the torso will be listed and palpated. The torso muscles are examined, specifically their origin, insertion, actions and stretches. This course provides the foundation for other course such as, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports and Trigger Point.

MG 122-ANATOMY - UPPER EXTREMETIES: 1.49 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. This anatomy course is designed to provide the student with structural knowledge of the Upper Extremities. The bones, bony landmarks and muscles of the upper extremity will be listed and palpated. The upper extremity muscles are examined, specifically their origin, insertion, actions and stretches. This course provides the foundation for other course such as, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports and Trigger Point.

MG 123- ANATOMY - LOWER EXTREMETIES: 1.49 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. This anatomy course is designed to provide the student with structural knowledge of the Lower Extremities. The bones, bony landmarks and muscles of the lower extremity will be listed and palpated. The lower extremity muscles are examined, specifically their origin, insertion, actions and stretches. This course provides the foundation for other course such as, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports and Trigger Point.

MG 124- ANATOMY - HEAD, FACE, & NECK: 1.49 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. This anatomy course is designed to provide the student with structural knowledge of the head, face and neck. The bones, bony landmarks and muscles of the head, face and neck will be listed and palpated. The head, face and neck muscles are examined, specifically their origin, insertion, actions and stretches. This course provides the foundation for other course such as, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports and Trigger Point.

MG 131-CHAIR MASSAGE: 1.8 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. This course offers theory, practical techniques, and business principles designed for seated massage. The course will approach the application of seated massage from three vantage points: as a relaxation tool, as a marketing tool, and as a therapeutic tool. The student is expected to have a basic knowledge of the anatomy of the muscular and skeletal systems and be able to identify the attachments of the superficial muscles.

MG 134-MERIDIAN THEORY: 2.7 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. This class will provide an overview of the 12 main Meridians and 2 extra Meridians, as well as developing an understanding of: 5 Element Theory; Qi Theory, Yin and Yang Theory and energetics/indications for important Acupuncture points.

MG 141-MEDICAL MODALITIES - TREATMENTS: 1.2 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. An introduction to the adjunctive therapies of massage that includes theory, benefits, and contraindications of their usage in the practice of therapeutic massage. These therapies will include hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, thermotherapy, electrotherapy, and discussion of stress reduction therapies such as meditation, yoga, biofeedback, etc. Also, there will be a brief introduction to pregnancy massage benefits and contraindications.

MG 142-MEDICAL MODALITIES - DOCUMENTATION: .5 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This course will provide the students with how to properly document client information relevant to their care and practice.

MG 152-CPR & FIRST AID: .3 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. The goal of this course is to give the students a basic level of knowledge in first aid and CPR. The course provides the participants with the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency situation to call for help, to keep someone alive, to reduce pain, and to minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives.

MG 161-DEEP TISSUE – TORSO: .9 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. In this component, the student will learn the intention, application and effects of Deep Tissue Massage for the Torso region. Primary focus will be on palpation, sensitivity and fine motor skills.

MG 162-DEEP TISSUE – UPPER EXTREMITIES: 1.12 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. In this component, the student will learn the intention, application and effects of Deep Tissue Massage for the upper extremities (UE) region. Primary focus will be on palpation, sensitivity and fine motor skills.
MG 163-DEEP TISSUE – LOWER EXTREMITIES: 1.35 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. In this component, the student will learn the intention, application and effects of Deep Tissue Massage for the lower extremities (LE) region. Primary focus will be on palpation, sensitivity and fine motor skills.

MG 164-DEEP TISSUE – HEAD, FACE, & NECK: .9 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. In this component, the student will learn the intention, application and effects of Deep Tissue Massage for the Head, Face & Neck (HFN) region. Primary focus will be on palpation, sensitivity and fine motor skills.

MG 203-REFLEXOLOGY: 2.4 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. This course introduces the beneficial uses of Reflexology in the practice of massage therapy. The student will learn a systematic treatment routine for influencing the energy pathways for the nervous, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory and musculoskeletal systems. This course will provide the foundation of knowledge that will enable the graduate therapist to utilize the practical, scientific and clinical information presented in their massage practice.

MG 211-INTEGRATION/ASSESSMENT: 1.5 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. Allow student therapists to review common musculoskeletal conditions that are frequently encountered in clinical practice. Allow student therapists to practice developing treatment plans, applying massage skills and practice clinical skills they have learned in an integrated manner.

MG 212-INTEGRATION/CASE MANAGEMENT: 1.5 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101. Allow student therapists to review common musculoskeletal conditions that are frequently encountered in clinical practice. Allow student therapists to practice developing treatment plans, applying massage skills and practice clinical skills they have learned in an integrated manner.

MG 231- PHYSIOLOGY – THE ENDOCRINE, VASCULAR, AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEMS: 1.2 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This class explores the structure and function of the human body in a system- by -system approach. This course will cover, the senses, the Endocrine System, the blood and heart, the Vascular System and the Respiratory System. The foundations of this course will carry over into every aspect of massage therapy and the students continued studies.

MG 232- PHYSIOLOGY – THE INTEGUMENTARY, MUSCULOSKELETAL, AND NERVOUS SYSTEMS: 1.2 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This class explores the structure and function of the human body in a system- by -system approach. This course will cover, Cells, Tissues and Membranes, the Integumentary System, the Skeletal System, the Muscular System and the Nervous System. The foundations of this course will carry over into every aspect of massage therapy and the students continued studies.

MG 233-PHYSIOLOGY - THE LYMPHATIC, URINARY, DIGESTIVE, AND REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEMS: 1.2 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This class explores the structure and function of the human body in a system- by -system approach. This course will cover, the Lymphatic System, the Urinary System, the Digestive System, metabolism, fluid – electrolyte and acid – base balance and the Reproductive System. The foundations of this course will carry over into every aspect of massage therapy and the students continued studies.

MG 241-CLINICAL PATHOLOGY – INTEGUMENTARY AND MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEMS: .9 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. Massage therapy often has profound effect upon the process of disease and the promotion of homeostasis with the human system. The study of disease (pathology) and the study of functional or physiological changes in the body that result from various disease processes (pathophysiology) must be understood in order for a massage therapist can best help their client. This course will introduce: various diseases of each biological system; signs and symptoms of each pathology; and the benefits or contraindications for massage therapy.

MG 242-CLINICAL PATHOLOGY - NERVOUS, CIRCULATORY, RESPIRATORY, DIGESTIVE, AND ENDOCRINE SYSTEMS: 1.2 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. Massage therapy often has profound effect upon the process of disease and the promotion of homeostasis with the human system. The study of disease (pathology) and the study of functional or physiological changes in the body that result from various disease processes (pathophysiology) must be understood in order for a massage therapist can best help their client. This course will introduce: various diseases of each biological system; signs and symptoms of each pathology; and the benefits or contraindications for massage therapy.

MG 251-CLINIC PRACTICUM: 1.12 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This course is designed to assist the student in developing their hands-on skills in massage therapy as well as their paperwork skills. The student is expected to complete 15 hours of massage, complete client history and SOAP notes for each session held. Follow office decorum, answering phones, completing files, and filing will be practiced.

MG 252- CLINIC PRACTICUM: 1.12 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This course is designed to assist the student in developing their hands-on skills in massage therapy as well as their paperwork skills. The student is expected to complete 15 hours of massage, complete client history and SOAP notes for each session held. Follow office decorum, answering phones, completing files, and filing will be practiced.

MG 253- CLINIC PRACTICUM: 1.12 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This course is designed to assist the student in developing their hands-on skills in massage therapy as well as their paperwork skills. The student is expected to complete 15 hours of massage, complete client history and SOAP notes for each session held. Follow office decorum, answering phones, completing files, and filing will be practiced.

MG 254- CLINIC PRACTICUM: 1.12 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This course is designed to assist the student in developing their hands-on skills in massage therapy as well as their paperwork skills. The student is expected to complete 15 hours of massage, complete client history and SOAP notes for each session held. Follow office decorum, answering phones, completing files, filing will be practiced.

MG 261-TRIGGER POINT – TORSO: 1.23 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. The Torso Module will prepare students to treat dysfunctions of the torso. The class will include muscular anatomy, being able to identify and treat trigger points, recognizing differential diagnoses and prevention of trigger points in the back, abdomen and chest. Each class will consist of both lecture and hands on practice.

MG 262-TRIGGER POINT – UPPER EXTREMITIES: 1.23 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. The Upper Extremity Module will prepare students to treat dysfunctions of the arms. The class will include muscular anatomy, being able to identify and treat trigger points, recognizing differential diagnoses and prevention of trigger points in the upper extremities. Each class will consist of both lecture and hands on practice.

MG 263-TRIGGER POINT – LOWER EXTREMITIES: 2.72credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. The Lower Extremity Module will prepare students to treat dysfunctions of the legs. The class will include muscular anatomy, being able to identify and treat trigger points, recognizing differential diagnoses and prevention of trigger points in the lower extremities. Each class will consist of both lecture and hands on practice.

MG 264-TRIGGER POINT – HEAD, FACE, & NECK: 1.73 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. The Head, Face and Neck Module will prepare students to treat dysfunctions of the head, face and cervical regions. The class will include muscular anatomy, being able to identify and treat trigger points, recognizing differential diagnoses and prevention of trigger points in the head, face and neck. Each class will consist of both lecture and hands on practice.

OFFICE PROCEDURES
OP 231-NATIONAL CERTIFICATION EXAM REVIEW: 1.35 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. The NCE Review course consists of a series of 6 classes designed to cover material pertinent to passing the National Certification Exam. These classes introduce important terms and concepts relating to bodywork techniques that are not part of the school curriculum at The Medical Arts School.

OP 236-PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: 1.2 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course will give the student of massage therapy knowledge of goal setting, planning, entrepreneurship, self and time management, professionalism, massage laws, starting a business, business management, financial management, therapeutic communications, internal and external marketing, and developing a business plan. These are business elements essential to becoming a successful massage therapist.

OP 237-PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: 1.2 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course will give the student of massage therapy knowledge of goal setting, planning, entrepreneurship, self and time management, professionalism, massage laws, starting a business, business management, financial management, therapeutic communications, internal and external marketing, and developing a business plan. These are business elements essential to becoming a successful massage therapist.

ORIENTATION STUDIES
OR 101-FOUNDATIONS/ORIENTATION 1: 2.1 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course will teach various processes of the massage therapy program to include: orientation/professional development, Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, and anatomy.

OR 102-FOUNDATIONS/ORIENTATION 2: 1.3 credits. Prerequisite: OR 101, MG 111-114, MG 161-164. This course will teach various processes of the massage therapy program to include: trigger point, sports, physiology, kinesiology, medical modalities, and integration

SPORTS MEDICINE
SM 201-SPORTS MEDICINE - TORSO: .93 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This course will teach sequences for sports massage maintenance for the torso of the body. Students will cover common injuries for the torso. Students will also learn stretches for the torso.

SM 202-SPORTS MEDICINE – UPPER EXTREMITIES: .93 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This course will teach sequences for sports massage maintenance for the upper extremity of the body. Students will cover functional assessment for upper extremity conditions. Students will also learn stretches for the upper extremities.

SM 203-SPORTS MEDICINE – LOWER EXTREMITIES: 1.31 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This course will teach sequences for sports massage maintenance for the lower extremity of the body. Students will cover common injuries for the lower extremities. Students will also learn stretches (including PNF) for the lower extremities.

SM 204-SPORTS MEDICINE – HEAD, FACE, & NECK: .75 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. This course gives an overview on on-site pre-event and post-event massage.

SM 211-KINESIOLOGY – TORSO: .4 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. A thorough organization of joint movements and the muscles involved will be reviewed. Practical work included analyzing activities of daily living and sports movements. Spinal alignment, postural deviations, ‘plumb line’ and correctives will be examined, with variations “tried-on” to understand their impact. Breathing observation and techniques will be shared. Body mechanics relative to the torso will be reviewed.

SM 212-KINESIOLOGY – UPPER EXTREMITIES: .2 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. Upper extremity body mechanics, strength and coordination will be thoroughly examined with students participating in movement sequences. Analysis of activities of daily living will reinforce understanding of joint motion and muscle use. Development of individuals’ self care will be emphasized.

SM 213-KINESIOLOGY – LOWER EXTREMITIES: .2 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. Lower extremity body mechanics, strength and coordination will be thoroughly examined with students participating in movement sequences. The emphasis will be on locomotion and weight shift. Analysis of activities of daily living will reinforce understanding of joint motion and muscle use. Students will observe and analyze movements and muscle use in the lower extremity.

SM 214-KINESIOLOGY – HEAD, FACE, & NECK: .4 credits. Prerequisite: OR 102. A thorough organization of joint movements and the muscles involved will be reviewed. The leverage systems of the moving body will be examined and how to gain mechanical advantage. In addition, basic concepts of biomechanics will be defined and applied to body use. Concepts of stability and mobility will be experimented with. Observation of postures, ADL’s and holding patterns will then lead to corrective approaches through body work, stretches and cueing. Guided imagery and relaxation techniques will be introduced.

SPEECH
SP 150-Somatics: 2.4 credits. Prerequisite: None. The course will familiarize the student with the role and language of psychology in the interpersonal /extra-personal, encounter. Students will learn how personality and attitude affect physical and emotional sense of well being. During the course, students will be introduced to the concepts of: motivation, emotion, coping, transference, and counter transference.

SP 151-Communications: .9 credits. Prerequisite: None. This course will examine professional standards for communication, assessment and documentation. Students will learn the communication skills necessary for effective listening, speaking, writing and accurately assessing nonverbal messages. These skills will enable students to build positive and authentic professional relationships.