Massage
Therapy
Program
Career Talk
Information Booklet
2015 -2016
Greenville Technical College
Benson Campus
I.
WHY A CAREER IN MASSAGE THERAPY?
MASSAGE THERAPY SKILLS ARE IN DEMAND!
The demand for qualified massage therapists in the US has increased steadily over the past 10 years.
On a survey conducted by the AMTA, it was noted that 54 percent of physicians and family practitioners in the United States would encourage patients to pursue massage therapy as a complement to medical treatment.
Massage therapists either work for an employer in a variety of environments, including spas and hospitals, or are self-employed with their own small business.
The increasing number of spas and massage clinics in recent years underscores a growing demand for massage services. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects massage therapist employment growth of 22.6 percent between 2012 and 2022, adding 30,000 more professionals to this field.
The BLS reports the median annual wage for massage therapists was $35,970 in 2012. The best-paid 10 percent in the profession made $70,140, while the bottom 10 percent made $18,420.
Salary Range
75th Percentile $51,430
Median $35,970
II.
WHY CHOOSE GREENVILLE TECHNICAL COLLEGE’S
MASSGE THERAPY PROGRAM?
• Greenville Technical College’s Massage Therapy program has three full time exceptional instructors. Our faculty members are chosen for their exceptional qualifications in different fields of massage therapy.
• All Massage Therapy instructors and lab assistants are required to be licensed in the State of South Carolina.
• We provide a low student to instructor ratio in our labs to better offer individual attention to our students.
MEET OUR STAFF & FACULTY
Department Head William Dunn, LMBT, BS (864) 250-3054 William.Dunn@gvltec.edu
Instructors Joann Difedele, LMBT, Dip. AT, Dip. SFH
(864) 250-3063 Joann.Difedele@gvltec.edu
Lelia Maloney, LMBT (864) 250-3060 Lelia.Maloney@gvltec.edu
Thomas Difedele, LMBT, BS, DC
(864) 250-3068 Thomas.Difedele@gvltec.edu
Porche Gourdine, DC (864) 250-3068 Porche.Gourdine@gvltec.edu
June Lordi, LMBT (864) 250-3069 June.Lordi@gvltec.edu
Administrative Assistant Patrick Harris, BS, MPS (864) 250-3069 Patrick.Harris@gvltec.edu Advisor Dia Robinson (864) 250 -3036 Dia.Robinson@gvltec.edu
Lab Assistants Elisa May, LMBT, PTA Ricky Michaels, LMBT Lisa Davis, LMBT
III.
WHAT WILL I LEARN IN MASSAGE THERAPY?
Nationwide, massage therapists can specialize in deep-tissue, acupressure, reflexology, orthopedic, sports massage and other areas. Often, massage therapists become experts in several modalities, all of which require specific skills and techniques. The length and type of massage provided typically depends on the client’s condition and desires. Elderly clients,
pregnant women and those recovering from a severe injury usually receive different treatments than elite athletes or those simply seeking relaxation. In employment, the nature of the
massage is often discussed and agreed upon during a short interview with the client before it takes place.
Topics included:
Swedish Massage
Prenatal
Spa
Clinic
Deep-Tissue
Aromatherapy
Sports-Massage
Eastern-Theory
Polarity
Hot & Cold Therapy
Kinesiology
Reflexology
Chair
Special Populations: Critically ill
Amputees
PTSD
Elderly
Pregnancy & Infant
In addition our program covers Massage as a ‘Business’ so that students have a working knowledge of the various aspects of business functions such as taxes, accounting, marketing and business plans.
IV.
WHAT WILL BE REQUIRED OF ME IN THE MASSAGE
THERAPY PROGRAM?
Strict Adherence to all HSN policies is required by the GTC MT Dept.
Drug Testing:
Students in the Massage Therapy program are subject to unannounced and
random drug testing. Students must submit to and pass an unannounced drug
screenings (urinalysis).
Background Checks:
Following admittance into the Massage Therapy Certificate Program, criminal
offenses of a violent or sexual nature may prevent admission into or progression
through the program.
CPR must be completed prior to the end of MTH 121; students will not be
allowed to progress into MTH 122 without meeting this requirement.
Licensing:
Please consult with LLR for regulations regarding licensing in SC for any
questions about ability to be licensed in SC.
Technical Performance Standards:
Students must meet all requirements of Technical Performance Standards to
remain or progress in the MT program.
* Items may change- consult with the website and catalog the most up-to-date information**
V.
WHAT WILL BE REQUIRED OF ME IN THE MASSAGE
THERAPY PROGRAM? (CONTINUED)
TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
FOR ADMISSIONS AND PROGRESSION
Purpose: To provide the applicant/student with a clear understanding of the physical demands required of the program based on the tasks performed by the graduate. Demonstration and/or documentation may be required. Description of Work Environment and Activities: Constant walking, standing, and bending for treatment purposes, assisting clients on and off the table, assessing patient response to treatment by sight, sound, verbal
communications. Psychological requirements include exposure to clients in pain, dealing with stress and various responses to disabilities and client needs. Occasional exposure to body fluids, colds and viruses.
ISSUE STANDARD EXAMPLES OF NECESSARY ACTIVITIES PERFORMANCE ABILITY (circle answer) Communication Communication ability sufficient for
interaction with others in verbal and written form.
Explain massage therapy procedures; give directions, answer questions posed by clients, co-workers, physicians and other health care providers concerning massage therapy procedures and client progress in both written and oral forms of communication. Keep accurate records of massage session and charges.
YES NO*
Critical Thinking/
Problem Solving Critical thinking and problem solving ability sufficient for clinical judgment. Assess client reactions and responses to pressure. Ability to assess clients problem and determine course of treatment. YES NO* Hearing Auditory ability sufficient to
accurately gather information relevant to massage therapy session.
Telephone conversations, client conversations and verbal
cues, alarms and emergency signals. YES NO* Interpersonal Interpersonal skills and emotional
intelligence sufficient to interact with individuals with a range of physical needs from a variety of social, cultural, emotional, & intellectual backgrounds.
Understand, demonstrate and maintain appropriate therapist/client relationship and boundaries with students,
clients, faculty and other health care providers. YES NO*
Mobility Physical ability sufficient to stand and move around the table for a period of one hour or more using proper body mechanics. Requires bending, kneeling, crouching, and standing.
Perform three to five sessions in one day. Move around in massage room, ability to carry table from one location to another for sporting events, house calls and workshops.
Assist clients on and off massage table as needed. YES NO* Motor Skills Gross and fine motor skills necessary
to perform procedures accurately, safety and efficiently.
Strength and endurance to perform several one-hour massage sessions in one day. Assist clients on and off table.
Standing for extended periods. YES NO* Self-Care Ability to present a professional
appearance and implement measures to maintain own health.
Implement universal precautions e.g. infectious diseases. Observe safety policies, OSHA regulations, etc. Self-care of
physical and mental well-being. YES NO* Smell Olfactory senses sufficient for
maintaining environment and client safety.
Distinguish smells which are contributory to assessing
and/or maintaining environment and client safety (e.g. fire). YES NO* Temperament Ability to deal effectively with stress
and stress related problems. Emotional maturity and ability to model professional boundaries.
Be able to deal with pain and discomfort of others. Understand, establish, maintain and assert appropriate
boundaries. YES NO*
Visual Visual ability sufficient for observation, assessment and performance of the procedure.
Observe client’s body language, postural assessment, read client history forms, computer screens, appointment books,
VI.
A WORD ABOUT PROFESSIONALISM
All students are required to adhere to the ‘Professional Code of Ethics’ and
demonstrate dept. required principles of ‘Professionalism’ at all times while in
the program. Failure to adhere to professionalism standards may result in
removal from the program.
Conduct & Confidentiality
Students enrolled in this program are considered to be mature adults and professionals. High standards of conduct are expected at all times.
The student’s conduct is representative not only of him/herself but also represents the Massage Therapy Program, the Massage Therapy profession, and Greenville Technical College.
During the clinical education phases of this program, students are required to review and discuss medical records. All information obtained from these records is considered confidential and should not be discussed outside the learning environment. At no time should the student discuss in public any information contained in a client’s medical record.
The student should remember that a massage therapist should never try to diagnose or
handle a problem that is beyond their scope of practice. Questions of this nature should be directed to the client’s physician.
Failure to adhere to the policy on confidentiality may result in expulsion from the clinic and dismissal from the program.
Students may not be compensated for massage—this includes tips.
Sexual Harassment
Greenville Technical College and the Massage Therapy Program and faculty members do not tolerate sexual harassment. This is defined as conduct with a sexual undertone where the harassing conduct creates a hostile environment. Please advise your instructor immediately if you have concerns regarding any form of sexual harassment. Please read the Greenville
VII.
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO BECOME A PART OF THIS
FANTASTIC PROGRAM?
Students may enroll in either the Associates of General Technology Program specializing in Massage Therapy or in the MT Certificate Program. Students have the option of taking the Massage Therapy Certificate as part of a General Technologies Associate Degree.
Students will be admitted into the Massage Therapy at Greenville Technical College on a first qualified, first admitted basis. All core MT classes are held at the Greer Campus. Applications for GTC can be found on the main website.
Please begin applying for to the program there and see Student Services for further details. To qualify for admission to the Massage Therapy Program, students must meet all of the following college and program requirements:
Student must
APPLY
and be
ACCEPTED
to
GTC
•
TESTING:
To start taking ‘Massage Therapy Program classes you are required to place into ENG 101.COMPASS:
82 or above in Reading, 70 in Writing
ASSET:
42 or above in Reading, 41-54 in Writing
SAT:
Critical Reading - 480 and Math- 480
ACT:
English – 19, Math – 19
Advanced Placement:
(
AP) Scores(s) of 3 or higher in some subjects
may exempt all or part of the placement.
Student MUST attend a Career Talk:
Schedule is available online at
http://www.gvltec.edu/careertalk/ or call 250-8000 for dates.
Student must
receive a
Professional Massage
and submit signed form.
Final Step for Acceptance!
Student must attend and complete the MT Program Acceptance Meeting as
directed by the Department.
Financial Aid is available for qualified students including scholarships – please see Student Services for details.
GREENVILLE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
BENSON CAMPUS
(GREER)
STUDENT SERVICES DESK IN BUILDING 301
Monday-Thursday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm & Friday 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
ADDMISSIONS, STUDENT RECORDS, BUSINESS OFFICE AND PLACEMENTADDITONAL SERVICES IN BUILIDING 301
• LIBRARY: #121 Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
• TUTORING CENTER: #117 (https://gvltec.mywconline.com/ Log in to see Subjects & Tutoring Times.
• FOOD SERVICES: Monday – Thursday 11 am – 2 pm, 301 Commons Area
• SECURITY- PARKING: #128B, Mobile Phone: (864) 419-9923
• COMPUTER LAB: #114Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 7:00 pm & Friday 8:00 am –1:00 pm
• BOOK STORE: #127 Monday – Thursdays 8:00am – 6:00 pm & Friday 8:00 am –1:00 pm
STUDENTS MUST CONSULT THE COLLEGE WEBSITE AND CATALOG FOR ALL INFORMATION REGARDING ATTENDING GREENVILLE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
.
• FINANCIAL AID (Admissions and Registration Center)
• NAME BADGES (Barton Campus- South Pleasantburg)
• CAMPUS COUNSELOR/PROGRAM ADVISOR: Julie Gianelloni, Counselor (864) 250-3004
Julie.Gianelloni@gvltec.edu
Dia P. Robinson, Advisor (864) 250-3036
Dia.Robinson@gvltec.edu
• DISABILITY SERVICE COUNSELOR: Sharon Bellwood (864) 250-8202
Location: Barton Campus (864) 250-8408
Forms & Useful
Information
Day Fall Start 3 semester program Evening Fall Start 5 semester program Day Spring Start 3 semester program Fall Semester 2015 MTH 120 Intro to Massage MTH 129 Principles of Massage IV MTH 136 Kinesiology
MTH 137 A & P for Massage I
Total: 12 Credit hrs/270 contact hrs
Fall Semester 2015
MTH 120 Intro to Massage MTH 129 Principles of Massage IV MTH 137 A & P for Massage I
Total: 10 credit hrs/210 contact hrs Spring Semester 2016
MTH 121 Principles of Massage I MTH 122 Prin. of Massage II MTH 123 Massage Clinical I MTH 138 A&P for Massage II
Total: 13 credit hrs/315 contact hrs
Spring Semester 2016
MTH 121 Principles of Massage I MTH 136 Kinesiology
MTH 138 A&P for Massage II MTH 139 A & P for Massage III
Total: 10 credit hrs/180 contact hrs
Spring Semester 2016
MTH 120 Intro to Massage MTH 129 Principles of Massage IV MTH 136 Kinesiology
MTH 137 A & P for Massage I
Total: 12 Credit hrs/270 contact hrs Summer Semester 2016
MTH 124 Business Applications MTH 133 Massage Clinical II MTH 135 Massage Practicum MTH 139 A & P for Massage III
Total: 9 credit hrs/225 contact hrs Students Graduate end of Summer
Summer Semester 2016
MTH 122 Principles of Massage II
Total: 4 credit hrs/60 contact hrs
Summer Semester 2016
MTH 121 Principles of Massage I MTH 122 Prin. of Massage II MTH 138 A&P for Massage II MTH 139 A & P for Massage III
Total: 12 credit hrs/240 contact hrs Fall Semester 2016
MTH 123 Massage Clinical I MTH 133 Massage Clinical II
Total: 5 credit hrs./165 contact hrs
Fall Semester 2016
MTH 123 Massage Clinical I MTH 124 Business Applications MTH 133 Massage Clinical II MTH 135 Massage Practicum
Total: 10 credit hrs/300 contact hrs Students Graduate end of Fall
Massage Therapy Certificate
Academic Paths
PROGRAM NOTES:• To start taking Massage Therapy Program classes you are required to place into ENG 101.
COMPASS:82 or above in Reading, 70 in Writing
ASSET: 42 or above in Reading, 41-54 in Writing
SAT:Critical Reading - 480 and Math- 480
ACT: English – 19, Math – 19
Advanced Placement: (AP) Scores(s) of 3 or higher in some subjects may exempt all or part of the placement testing.
• The day programs require 3 semesters to complete. Program sequence begins in fall (August) and spring (January). Classes are scheduled Monday thru Thursday.
• The eveningprogram requires 5 semesters to complete. Classes usually meet Monday through Thursday evenings.
• All programs require attendance during the summer term and summer schedule varies for each program.
• Students should select either the day or evening track and remain with that track through completion of the program.
• All courses must be taken in proper sequence and all pre-requisites must be met; all classes must be passed with a grade of C or better to progress through the program.
• Program pre-admissions requirements include Massage Therapy Career Talk at the Benson campus
GREENVILLE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
MASSAGE THERAPY PROGRAM
PROFESSIONAL MASSAGE FORM
(please print legibly and complete all information)
STUDENT NAME: ____________________________________ DATE OF MASSAGE: __________ STUDENT PHONE #:_______________________ STUDENT SS#: _________________________ STUDENT HAS ATTENDED CAREER TALK ____NO ____YES, on ________________(date)
MASSAGE THERAPIST NAME: _____________________________________________________ MASSAGE LICENSE #: _______________ PHONE # : ___________________________________ MASSAGE BUSINESS NAME: ______________________________________________________ MASSAGE BUSINESS ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________
THERAPIST SIGNATURE: _____________________________________________________________________ (Note to Therapist: please attach a business card to this form if available. Thank you.)
STUDENT SIGNATURE: _______________________________________________________________________ Note to student: Documentation of receiving a professional massage is part of the Massage Therapy Certificate
pre-admissions requirements (which also includes attendance at a Career Talk, appropriate transcripts and testing, and Greenville Tech’s New Student Orientation). Once you have received your professional massage and
