Planner for Massage Therapy (A.A.S.)

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Official Title of Major: Massage Therapy, A.A.S.

Award: Associate of Applied Science degree, A.A.S.

Code: AAS.IHE.MASS-THRPY

Total Credit Hours: 60

Learn more about the Massage Therapy Degree program

Purpose: To provide a new career path for students wishing to practice as a licensed massage therapist.

AACC cannot confirm whether the course or program meets requirements for professional licensure in states other than Maryland. If you plan to apply for licensure in a state other than Maryland, contact that state’s licensing board to determine whether the AACC course or program meets requirements for licensure in that state. If you need assistance finding contact information for your state, or if you need additional information regarding professional licensure, please contact the program’s Academic Chair at 410-777-7112.

Additional Program Requirements

Students must receive a minimum final grade of C in all massage therapy courses in order to progress in the sequence of massage courses.

Students enrolled in the massage therapy course sequence are required to comply with the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) Code of Ethics.

Special Conditions

Health Occupation Shortage: This program of study may be designated a Health Occupation Shortage Tuition Reduction Program. This means that some residents of Maryland (refer to the Tuition, Fees and Payments section of this catalog) enrolled in this program of study by the first day of the term may be eligible for in-county tuition rates for courses required for program completion. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm that this program still maintains a Health Occupation Shortage Program status before enrolling. Please refer to the college’s Accounts Receivable Office to confirm this designation.

Faculty Contact (https://webapps.aacc.edu/directory): Lynne Brummitt

Courses to improve skills and prepare for college-level classes may be needed. It is best to see an advisor as you plan your education.

Course/Advising Notes: ________________________________________________________________________

Term 1

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
MAS 100 - Introduction to Massage	1 credit hour
ENG 101 - Academic Writing and Research 1 OR ENG 101A - Academic Writing and Research 1 (English Composition General Education Requirement)	3 credit hours
Mathematics General Education Requirement	3 credit hours
CTA 100 - Computing and Information Technology OR CTA 103 - Computer Technology and Artificial Intelligence (Technology General Education Requirement)	3 credit hours
MAS 108 - The Science of Massage Therapy	4 credit hours

Term 2

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grades
ENG 102 - Academic Writing and Research 2 (English Composition General Education Requirement)	3 credit hours
MAS 110 - Fundamentals of Massage Therapy	7 credit hours
Arts and Humanities General Educational Requirement	3 credit hours

Term 3

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
MAS 118 - Business Fundamentals for Massage Therapists	2 credit hours
MAS 119 - Massage and Bodywork Specialized Modalities	3 credit hours
Wellness General Education Requirement	3 credit hours

Term 4

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
MAS 111 - Intermediate Massage Therapy	6 credit hours
MAS 117 - Kinesiology and Clinical Assessment for Massage Therapists	3 credit hours
MAS 120 - Massage Therapy Clinic 1	1 credit hour
Social and Behavioral Sciences General Education Requirement Note: This course must also fulfill the Diversity Requirement.	3 credit hours

Term 5

Course Name	Credits	Term Taken	Grade
BIO 230 - Structure and Function of the Human Body (Biological and Physical Sciences General Education Requirement)	4 credit hours
MAS 220 - Massage Therapy Clinic 2	1 credit hour
MAS 213 - Advanced Massage Therapy	6 credit hours
MAS 225 - Licensing Exam Prep	1 credit hour

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