Massage Therapy CONTINUING EDUCATION OFFERINGS Spring/Summer 2012

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1 Massage Therapy CONTINUING EDUCATION OFFERINGS Spring/Summer 2012

2 HACC, CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA S COMMUNITY COLLEGE IS PLEASED TO OFFER CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES TO MEET YOUR EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS. Location of courses HACC Harrisburg Campus Hall Techology Building, Room 203 One HACC Drive Harrisburg, PA HACC Massage Therapy Program is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education approved provider. Provider # We also are a PA state licensed continuing education approved provider. HACC is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. student:teacher ratio The maximum student:teacher ratio in the lab is 12:1 to ensure individual attention and skill assessment. In the classroom the ratio is 18:1. The maximum number of students per class is 18. cancellation PoLicy Refunds can only be made if notification is received no later than 2 days prior to the start of class.

3 analyzing gaits applying biomechanics to Massage This course is to instruct students on the proper gait patterns and some common deviations from the norm. For example, pronation of the foot and how that affects the muscle chain. It will allow students to conduct a lab where they analyze one another s walking patterns or gaits, and record their findings. Using these findings, we are going to examine what muscles are at play with these particular patterns. The instructor will demonstrate to the learners some massage techniques to work on the affected areas and will allow the students to use the techniques on each other and receive them as well. Learning about anatomy and kinesiology means that you will better understand the body and how it works so you can better promote healing in your clients. March 3, 9 a.m. 4 p.m. 6 CEU s Cost: $120 CRN# Joe Grzybicki, B.S., LMT teaches anatomy, physiology, and neuromuscular therapy for the HACC Massage Therapy Program. In addition to a massage certification from the Lancaster School of Massage, Joe has a four-year college degree in kinesiology the study of movement. Joe also owns and operates Morphysique in Lancaster, PA. Joe provides bodywork, personal training and CPR training Massage therapy for the illiopsoas and Quadratus LuMboruM Minding your P s and Q s This course will be a review of anatomy of the psoas and quadrates lumborum. Students will learn to locate trigger points and pain patterns, demonstrate muscle releasing techniques and learn and demonstrate stretching techniques. This course will assist in developing an effective treatment plan for clients with psoas and quadratus lumborum pain. April 21, 9 a.m. 4 p.m. 6 CEU s Cost: $120 CRN# Monica T. Pageler, RN, LMT is the Supervisor of HACC Student Massage Studio and an instructor in the HACC Massage Therapy Program. A graduate from Reading Hospital and Medical Center Nursing School and The Pinellas Humanities Center Massage School in Florida, she brings 33 years of experience into the health and massage field. She has been a member of the American Massage Therapy Association for the past 20 years. Additional education includes: Positional Release, Sports Massage, Pre- and Post-Pregnancy Massage, Alternative Healing/Chakra Balancing, and Aromatherapy. She is a Neurolinguistic Practitioner, Yamana Body Rolling instructor and a Reiki Master. She currently has a private massage practice with her husband, integrating personalized massage treatments and wellness strategies thus educating the client.

4 aromatherapy Massage essential oils for spring In this course students will review the anatomy of the sinuses and learn which essential oils help to relieve sinus inflammation and soreness related to spring allergies. Instructor will demonstrate a sinus massage combined with essential oils to help clients presenting with sinus distress. We will also review the anatomy of the liver and the gallbladder. There will be a brief overview of the Chinese 5 Elements for Spring and learn which essential oils assist with spring time cleansing of the liver and gallbladder. Instructor will demonstrate a protocol designed to cleanse the liver and gallbladder combined with essential oils to assist with the process. We will also discuss which essential oils can be used for spring time cleaning of your massage office May 5, 9 a.m. 4 p.m. 6 CEU s Cost: $240 CRN# Cost includes a high quality essential oil travel set. Set includes 8 oils, 2 inhalers, jars and bag. Sherrie Kelly, LMT currently teaches Business Practices, Hot Stone Massage, Chair Massage, and Spa Treatments and Aromatherapy in the HACC Massage Therapy Program. She graduated from the Winter s School of Massage in Houston, TX in 1999 and holds a TX and PA massage therapy license. She then went on to the College of Holistic Studies in Houston, TX to study aromatherapy and holistic spa modalities. Currently Sherrie is xpanding her aromatherapy education at Aromahead Institute in Andrea Butje. She has had her own practice in Houston, TX, San Miguel de Allende Mexico and now has a private practice in Harrisburg, PA. body Mechanics tune-up The massage therapy profession is so physically demanding that a high percentage of therapists suffer repetitive stress injuries at some time in their careers. Often, these injuries are career ending. Continued attention to proper body mechanics while performing massage is essential to career longevity. This workshop is designed for therapists who have been in practice and may be experiencing nagging soreness as a result of the work. The cornerstone of the workshop is individual video analysis of each therapist while performing a regular massage. Potential problem areas will be identified along with strategies for improvement. May 12, 9 a.m. 4 p.m. 6 CEU s Cost: $120 CRN# Kathy Zoladz, M.Ed., LMT, NCTMB is currently the Swedish massage instructor in HACC s professional massage therapy program. She is a nationally certified therapist who offers an integrative style of massage using both light and deep techniques. A graduate of the original Baltimore School of Massage, she also holds both bachelor s and master s degrees in Physical education. She currently practices at Alta View Wellness Center in Harrisburg. Recently she achieved full certification in Ashiatsu, which is deep, flowing Swedish massage performed with the feet while standing on the table with the client and using overhead bars for balance and safe technique application.

5 Massage in Long-terM care This course will be a hands on learning experience providing resident massage in a long term care setting. Geriatric massage, death and dying and gentle touch will discussed. Medical conditions and cautions will be covered in detail. Massage Therapist participating in this educational experience must have a two-part completed TB test and wear blue scrubs for the workshop. If you have any specific questions please contact Nina directly at (717) June 9 and 10, 9 a.m. 4 p.m. 12 CEU s Cost: $280 CRN# Nina Kottcamp, LMT, NCMT is the Massage Therapy Program Coordinator and teaches Connective Tissue Therapy at the HACC Massage Therapy Program. She is a 1996 graduate of the original Baltimore School of Massage, is Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage, and is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association. In addition to Connective Tissue Therapy, Nina has advanced training in Manual Lymph Drainage and Mastectomy Massage and is an Emergency Medical Technician. Jean Peterson, BSRN offers 24 years supervisory experience in rehabilitation and geriatrics. She is the class and clinical instructor for HACC Nurse Aide Training Program located at the Claremont site. Ms. Peterson brings to the classroom a compassion and a consideration for resident care that has been exposed in her work, instruction and service over the past several decades. Camille Baughman, MA, LMT has a B.S. in Education from Shippensburg University, an M.A. in Applied Healing Arts from the Tai Sophia Institute and has been a licensed Massage Therapist trained at the Florida School of Massage since In addition to running a practice that includes 10 other licensed and certified Massage Therapists, Camille is involved in massage education at several institutions. What s happening at hacc? FIND HACC S MASSAGE THERAPY PROGRAM ON FACEBOOK Go To and click the Facebook icon. Scan this QR Code with your smartphone to learn more about the Massage Therapy program or visit HACC does not discriminate in employment, student admissions, and student services on the basis of race, color, religion, age, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, place of birth, General Education Development Certification (GED), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification.

6 registration Complete the registration form below and return it, along with your credit card information or check made payable to: hacc To register by phone, please call (717) Please give registration the class # Mail to: registration c206 one hacc drive harrisburg, Pa Or fax to: (717) register early as space is LiMited!!! MASSAGE THERAPY CONTINUING EDUCATION registration form Name Street Address City State Zip Phone Address Please register me for the following course numbers: I authorize HACC to charge $ to my Visa MasterCard Discover Account # Exp. Date Signature

7 HACC HEALTH SCIENCE ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM The Associate of Health Science is a degree completion program designed for actively credentialed or licensed health care professionals currently working in their fields. Each student must submit a portfolio for review. After portfolio evaluation, qualified applicants will be awarded 15 to 30 credits toward the Health Science degree. This is a selective admissions program. The complete program is available at the Harrisburg, Lancaster, Lebanon, Gettysburg and York campuses. Most courses also available on-line through the Virtual campus. Entry into this program is not guaranteed with admission to the College; specific admissions criteria must be met DEGREE CONCENTRATIONS: Gerontology Medical Administration Social Service Management/Marketing can be done mostly online _ the following massage credentials have been approved for 30 credits: National Certification in Therapeutic Massage (NCTM) or National Certification in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCTMB) HEALTH SCIENCE PROGRAM, ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (TOTAL CREDITS = 61) general education ENGL 101 English Composition I 3 ENGL 102 English Composition II 3 SPCH 101 Effective Speaking or SPCH 104 Interpersonal Communication 3 Humanities & Arts Elective ** 3 Social & Behavioral Science Elective ** 3 Free Elective ** 3 Physical Education (W) ** 1/19 Major Allied Health Electives+ 30 Option Selection* 12 We are very proud to offer this specialized assoicate in health science, Please address all questions to: Vicki Gentzel vlgentze@hacc.edu or extension

8 Massage therapy studio at hacc Appointments with Massage Therapy students are 1-hour Swedish massage sessions for $30 (no tipping is permitted). Swedish massage is geared toward relaxation and stress reduction and is considered safe for most people. Please check with your doctor if you are not sure you are a candidate for massage therapy. The Massage Therapy Studio is located at HACC s Harrisburg Campus, Hall Technology Building, room 203, One HACC Drive, Harrisburg, PA Massage Therapy Studio hours vary. Please call in advance to schedule an appointment. Payment can be made by check or exact cash. Gift Certificates available. All proceeds go to the Massage Therapy Studio. Cancellation Policy: We request 24-hour notice of change or cancellation of a scheduled appointment. This allows us to attempt to fill the time slot for the student.