MASS 1102 - Clinical Fieldwork

Credit hours: 1

Course Description:
Fieldwork externships are a valuable opportunity to work in professional massage settings under the direct supervision. Students must document at least 60 hours of massage practice in four (4) differ professional settings working on other massage professionals, business clients and/or medical patients.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:

Identify and design effective methods for time management, client scheduling, and maintenance of the work environment.
Establish and maintain safe and respectful boundaries with clients.
Discuss the process for establishing and maintaining professional boundaries and relationships with peers.
Application and use of appropriate equipment and supplies.
Recognize and practice appropriate methods of sanitation and personal hygiene in the performance of massage.
Identify strategies of conflict resolution skills in relationships with other professionals.
Discuss the need to document conflict.
Write clear, concise and accurate client notes based on treatment sessions.