European Medical and Therapeutic Massage: Program Outcomes

Diploma of Completion in European Medical and Therapeutic Massage

• Become a licensed massage therapist in the state of Pennsylvania.

The certificate of completion in massage therapy will qualify a student to sit for the licensing exams as required by the Pennsylvania State Board of Massage Therapy.

Program learning objectives

The six-month diploma in European Medical and Therapeutic Massage prepares students to:

• Perform medical massage using medical, orthopedic and Swedish massage techniques, supported by clinical assessment and kinesiology.
• Communicate clearly, obtain client consent and prioritize client safety.
• Prepare clear SOAP notes and individualized treatment plans within professional scope.
• Recognize conditions in which massage is contraindicated or could pose a risk to the client.
• Apply anatomy, physiology and kinesiology to massage practice.
• Explain how biomechanics and kinesiology relate to bones, cartilage, tendons and muscles.
• Review health-history information and use it to guide appropriate care.
• Plan and conduct massage sessions based on the client’s needs and health interview.
• Maintain appropriate client–therapist boundaries and follow applicable professional standards.
• Uphold ethical standards in professional relationships and business practices.
• Identify a variety of bodywork modalities.
• Understand the basic principles of running a business.

Also…

• Become a licensed massage therapist and join EMSOM’s alumni.
• Provide service that exceeds expectations.
• Create innovative programs, schedules, and services that promote success.
• Establish partnerships with other healthcare providers.
• Educate the public about the benefits of the profession of medical massage therapy.
• Develop the skills to work professionally in a range of healthcare settings.