MSGE131 — Massage I
MSGE 131 - Massage I MSGE 131 - Massage I 2.13 Credit Hour(s) / 4 Billing Hour(s) This course provides foundational information on the theory and practice of massage therapy. Swedish massage techniques, with variations, are developed into a sequence for a full-body therapeutic massage for healthy adults. Topics include basic anatomy and physiology of major muscle groups and bones, massage benefits and contraindications, professional ethics, clinical charting, thermo- and cryotherapy, body mechanics, and self-care. Semesters all, Spring Students enrolling in the Daytime Cohort will complete the program in three consecutive semesters, Fall 2025 through Summer 2026. Students enrolling in the Evening Cohort will complete the program in three consecutive semesters, Spring 2026 through Fall 2026. To enroll, students must be 18 years of age or older by the start of classes and must declare Massage Therapy as their major. Students wishing to enroll must attend a mandatory one-hour program orientation and submit a program approval application with required supporting documentation at least two weeks prior to the start of the semester. Orientation dates and the program approval application can be found on the “Steps to Apply” webpage, https://www.lcc.edu/academics/areas-of-study/health-public-service/massage/steps-to-apply.html . Seats are limited and are awarded on a first come, first served basis. Contact the Health and Human Services Division Office at 517-483-1410 for more informat