UNDERGRADUATE Catalog 2012–2013 - Herzing University

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE IN THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE (ASTMT)PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONThis transfer program provides students who have a solid grounding in a therapeutic massage discipline, gained from completing a diplomaprogram in that discipline, with the general education component of an associate degree to become a well-rounded graduate.PROGRAM OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this program, the graduate should be able to:1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of human anatomy and physiology in order to understand the principles and benefits ofmassage, to effectively discuss massage issues with clients, and to communicate client health issues with other healthcare professionalswhen required.2. Understand clinical pathology, and recognize conditions, indications, and contraindications for massage applications in order toprovide safe and beneficial service to the client.3. Utilize theory and application of massage therapy and bodywork and the application of appropriate methodologies in a safe andbeneficial manner for the practitioner and the client.4. Demonstrate the ability to apply ethical and business practices and professional standards in a therapeutic massage environment.5. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of kinesiology in order to understand the principles and benefits of massage therapystrategies and modalities to affect the integrity of soft tissues and their effects of joint mobility.6. Think critically, both conceptually and by using mathematical analysis; write and speak effectively; use basic computer applications;and understand human behavior in the context of the greater society.POTENTIAL JOB POSITIONSAfter passing the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, as well as any other required state or nationalcertifications, graduates may seek employment as entry-level licensed massage therapists. The graduate will be qualified for entry-level workin spas, health clubs, gyms, cruise ships, and medical offices, or they could become self-employed by going into private practice.PROGRAM CONTENTA minimum of 71.00 semester credit hours is required for graduation.REQUIRED THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE COURSESStudents who have completed a diploma in therapeutic massage of at least 705.00 clock hours will be awarded 39.00 semester credit hours.Selection or transfer of courses will be in consultation and with the approval of the student’s academic advisor.GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSStudents enrolled in this associate degree must complete a minimum of 29.00 semester credit hours in general education distributed among thefollowing disciplines. Refer to the General Education section of the catalog for Herzing University courses that would satisfy these requirements. *8.00 Semester Credit Hours in Anatomy and Physiology With Lab 1.00 Semester Credit Hours in Information Literacy3.00 Semester Credit Hours in English Composition3.00 Semester Credit Hours in Speech4.00 Semester Credit Hours in Computer Applications4.00 Semester Credit Hours in Mathematics (College Algebra or Above)3.00 Semester Credit Hours in Social or Behavioral Science3.00 Semester Credit Hours in Humanities With a Critical Thinking Focus ** Students in the Herzing University therapeutic massage diploma program must complete 8.00 semester credit hours in anatomy andphysiology with lab (150.00 clock hours). These 8.00 semester credits will be applied toward the general education requirement above.* Transfer students may transfer courses that are within 1.00 semester credit hour of the courses listed above to meet these disciplinerequirements. Any resulting deficiency in the total of 29.00 semester credit hours required in general education may be made up withgeneral education electives from any of the listed disciplines.330 HERZING UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG SEPTEMBER 2012