THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE PROGRAM

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1 THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS School of Health Sciences

2 OVERVIEW The goal of the degree program and the certificate program in therapeutic massage at Anne Arundel Community College is to graduate professional massage therapists who are prepared to sit for the licensing exam and whose massage training satisfies the State of Maryland requirements for becoming a licensed massage therapist or a registered massage practitioner. Through didactic laboratory and clinical experiences, students will become proficient in a variety of bodywork modalities. Students will learn aspects of anatomy, physiology and kinesiology as well as detailed indications, cautions and contraindications for massage. They also will have training in specialties such as chair, sports and pregnancy massage. The program will develop therapists who will maintain an image appropriate to the profession of massage including ethical conduct and effective, interpersonal working relationships with other members of the health care team. Since a significant amount of massage therapists are selfemployed, the program provides a strong background in the fundamentals of owning businesses. FACULTY A well-trained staff of professors, instructors and assistants is the backbone of this program. While there are some minimum requirements, the "hands-on" experiences that the faculty provide are priceless. All faculty are required to have graduated from an accredited 500+ hour program in massage and be state licensed in massage therapy. All professors are Board Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB). The faculty s postgraduate training and the depth of their massage experience are key ingredients to Anne Arundel Community College's program. OPTIONS CERTIFICATE PROGRAM DEGREE PROGRAM Anne Arundel Community College recognizes that our students bring a variety of backgrounds and training to our program. Some students prefer to practice in a medical setting, have no previous undergraduate education and are interested in pursuing a degree. Others find Anne Arundel Community College s certificate program appealing. Both the certificate program and the degree program prepare graduates to take the Federation of State Massage Therapy Board s Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam (MBLEX). Both options satisfy the State of Maryland s requirement for massage training. Program Hours Anne Arundel Community College s Therapeutic Massage Program provides 600 in-class contact hours. The massage training is identical for both the degree and the certificate program, and both are approved as a massage training program by the Maryland Board of Chiropractic and Massage Therapy Examiners. 1 P a g e

3 PROGRAM GOALS AND OUTCOMES VISION To recruit, retain and graduate self-directed, self-determined and market-ready citizens of the world who are change leaders in their respective fields of study. MISSION To attract, nurture and prepare market-ready Massage Therapists through continuous improvement of all aspects of the educational program. The challenge is to develop integrative, experiential, and transferable learning outcomes that make for a competent and totally dynamic professional. PROGRAM GOALS 1. To present a curriculum in Massage Therapy that prepares entry-level practitioners for the marketplace. 2. To establish clinical opportunities for a variety of quality experiential learning opportunities. 3. To create shared interdisciplinary learning experiences for students with an emphasis on ethical and diversity issues. 4. To utilize a holistic approach to the management of client care. 5. To form linkages with professional organizations that will accept students as members. 6. To provide experiences for students that create opportunities for communication among other health care providers and the lay public. PROGRAM OBJECTIVES 1. To provide didactic, laboratory and experiential components of a therapeutic massage training program, thereby providing eligibility to sit for the licensing exam and to become a licensed massage therapist or a registered massage practitioner in the State of Maryland. 2. To produce therapists who will demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective and interpersonal working relationships with other members of the health care team. 2 P a g e

4 PROGRAM OUTCOMES Upon completion of the program graduates will be able to: 1. Utilize technical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills in their clinical/administrative performance. 2. Practice their profession utilizing sound ethical values. 3. Promote and maintain cooperative and successful relationships between clients, colleagues and other health care providers. 4. Promote advocacy of the profession through affiliations with professional organizations, marketing of professional skills, and by becoming vital members of the health care delivery system. 5. Obtain eligibility to sit for licensing exams. 6. Practice the profession with the recognition of and sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic differences. 7. Participate in continuing education and the development of new knowledge and skills. 8. Make a substantial contribution to the quality of health care in the United States and globally. STATE OF MARYLAND REQUIREMENTS The State of Maryland has a two-tier system of massage therapists. In both tiers, students are required to attend a Board-approved massage training program of 600 contact hours. In both tiers, applicants are required to have passed the MBLEX. The two tiers are as follows: Licensed Massage Therapists (LMTs) are permitted to practice massage therapy in any health care setting or in any other practice setting. Examples of health care settings include doctors offices, clinics, hospitals, etc. LMTs may also take and give referrals to other health care practitioners. Applicants for state licensure must meet the additional qualification of having 60 credit hours of college. At least 24 credits must be in basic and applied science courses related to health care (this may include the massage training). Registered Massage Practitioners (RMPs) may not practice in a health care setting but may work in private practice, spas, health clubs, gyms, etc. Application to practice in Maryland includes the following questions: 1. Have you ever been denied a license, certificate or registration? 2. Have you ever had a license, certificate or registration revoked, suspended, canceled or investigated? 3. Have you ever been arrested or pled guilty, no contest, nolo contendere or been convicted of a crime, received probation before judgment (other than a minor traffic violation)? Affirmative answers to any of those questions require additional information. 3 P a g e

5 Therapeutic Massage Program Admission Requirements College Admission Information Students who wish to complete therapeutic massage courses at Anne Arundel Community College should indicate the Therapeutic Massage Field of Study (Curriculum AAS.IHE.TH-MASS for degree and CRT.IHE.TH-MASS for certificate) on the College Admission Application or Student Academic Program/Curriculum Change Form available in Counseling, Advising and Retention Services (CARS). To facilitate enrollment bring a copy of ACT, SAT, or advanced placement scores and unofficial college transcripts to CARS. Application to the Therapeutic Massage course sequence is a separate process. Admission to the Therapeutic Massage curriculum does not assure students of selection into the Therapeutic Massage course sequence. Students can apply to Anne Arundel Community College online at Paper copies of the college application are available in the college s Admissions office upon request. Advising New students should contact Counseling, Advising, & Retention Services at for advising. In order to take prerequisite courses for this program, students must be eligible for ENG 111, 115 or 121 and eligible for a general education mathematics course, for the degree program. This will be explained in an advising session. Students who are transferring general education requirements should have official transcripts sent directly to the college Records office. In order to facilitate evaluation of transfer credits to meet academic requirements, official transcripts from ALL previously attended institutions of higher education must be submitted in a timely manner. Schedule: Cohort Schedule Night The fall evening cohort is an 18-month program. Students take class in the fall, spring and the following fall semesters* and will finish the program after the second fall semester. The winter and summer semesters are optional. The spring evening cohort is a 1-year program. Students take classes in the spring, summer and fall semesters* and will finish the program after the fall semester. Day The fall day cohort is a 1-year program. Students take classes in the fall, spring and summer semesters* and will finish the program after the summer semester. The winter semester is optional. Day students wishing to start in the spring semester are encouraged to take MAS 100 and BIO 230 in the spring and apply for the fall-start day cohort. *Classes with labs (MAS 110, 111, 113 and BIO 230) meet 2 days/week in the fall and spring semesters and 3 days/week in the summer semester. Note: This will be explained in more detail at program Information Sessions. 4 P a g e

6 Application Deadline Admission/Academic Requirements Application deadlines are March 15 th for the fall and September 15 th for the spring. Please note: There will be an evening and day section for the fall class and an evening section only for the spring class. If the application deadline falls on a weekend or holiday/break when the college is officially closed, then applications will be accepted until the close of business on the next business day. Information Session Attendance at an information session is highly recommended. Please call for dates and times or you may view the schedule by visiting Satisfactory Academic Standing Students must have a minimum adjusted grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 at this college to be considered for selection to the Therapeutic Massage Program. Course sequence must be completed with a GPA of 2.0 or better. All therapeutic massage students must receive a minimum grade of C in each therapeutic massage course. Students must receive a minimum final grade of C in any therapeutic massage course and in BIO 230 or BIO or BIO , in order to progress in the sequence of massage courses. Age Requirement Must be 18 years of age or older to enroll in MAS 110. English Students must demonstrate eligibility for ENG 111, 115 or 121 as evidenced by one of the following: Satisfactory ACT or SAT scores according to the college standard. If available, please submit a copy of the scores to the Records office. OR Satisfactory scores on the English Placement Test*. OR Successful completion of noncredit developmental English requirements as determined by ACT, SAT or English Placement Test scores*. OR Transfer of credits for ENG 111 from other institutions or credits awarded on basis of CLEP, advanced placement exam or honors English course.* Mathematics (for degree) Students must demonstrate eligibility for general education mathematics by one of the following: Satisfactory ACT or SAT scores according to the college standard. If available, please submit a copy of the scores to the Records office. OR Satisfactory scores on the Mathematics Placement Test*. OR Successful completion of noncredit developmental math courses. OR Transfer of credits for a general education mathematics course from other institutions. * English and Math Placement Tests may be taken in the Testing Center (for times and location, call ). Information on CLEP is available in the Testing Center. 5 P a g e

7 Mathematics (for certificate) Students taking BIO 230 must successfully pass the Arithmetic Placement Test with a score of 27 or higher or successfully pass MAT 005 with a grade of C or better by date listed on program application. If a student took the former Health Professions Arithmetic Placement test prior to June 1, 2009 and scored a 19 out of 25 or better, that score will be sufficient. International Students Foreign educated students must have their college and high school transcripts evaluated by one of the following credential evaluators: AACRAO (American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers) at ECE (Educational Credential Evaluators) at WES (World Education Services) at This evaluation must be done prior to evaluation by the Records office at Anne Arundel Community College. Please be advised that this process may take several weeks. ALL foreign educated students must successfully pass the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a minimum score of 550 (213 is the equivalent computer score and 79 is the equivalent Internet based score) OR must have completed the ENG 111/112 or ENG 115/116 or ENG 121 course sequence with grades of C or better prior to applying to the Therapeutic Massage program. Anne Arundel Community College s code for TOEFL is P a g e

8 Required Courses Therapeutic Massage Course Sequence (Degree Program) Prerequisite Course The prerequisite course must be completed before the program begins. Applicants applying to the fall program must complete the prerequisite with a grade of C or better by the end of the summer prior to starting. For spring admissions, the prerequisite must be completed with a grade of C or better by the end of the winter semester. If this requirement is not met, you will not receive final acceptance into the program. Course # Title Credits MAS 100 Introduction to Massage 1 Course Sequence All students must receive a minimum grade of C in each massage course and BIO 230 in order to progress in the program. Students may take general education courses prior to applying and being accepted into the program. First Year Course # Title Credits MAT Mathematics general education requirement 3 CTA (formerly CSI) ENG ENG ENG 121* Computer Technology general education requirement 3-4 Composition and Introduction to Literature 1, 2 or Composition and Introduction to Literature for Nonnative Speakers 1, 2 or Composition and Literature BIO 230** Structure and Function of the Human Body 4 MAS 110 Swedish Massage 6 MDA 113 Medical Terminology 3 PSY 111 Introduction to Psychology 3 Physical Education Elective 1 Total Credit Hours Second Year Course # Title Credits MAS 117 Kinesiology for Massage Therapists 4 EMT 104 Emergency Medical Responder 3 MAS 111 Deep Tissue Massage 6 MAS 118 Business for Bodyworkers 2 BIO 135 Principles of Nutrition 3 MAS 113 Advanced Massage Techniques 6 SOC 111 Introduction to Sociology 3 Gen. Ed. Arts/Humanities Elective 3 Total Credit Hours Total Program Hours 60* 7 P a g e

9 * Successful completion of ENG 121 fully satisfies the college English composition general education requirement. Students who take ENG 121 and not ENG may need to take an additional elective course to ensure that they complete a minimum of 60 credits, which are required for the award of an associate degree. These credit hours must be chosen with the approval of the department chair or program coordinator. ** The BIO 231/232 or BIO 233/234 sequence with a C or better is an option if students prefer to take them in lieu of passing BIO 230 with a C or better. Students who successfully complete the 60-credit Therapeutic Massage program will be awarded a degree. 8 P a g e

10 Therapeutic Massage Course Sequence (Certificate Program) Prerequisite Course The prerequisite course must be completed before the program begins. Applicants applying to the fall program must complete the prerequisite with a grade of C or better by the end of the summer prior to starting. For spring admissions, the prerequisite must be completed with a grade of C or better by the end of the winter semester. If this requirement is not met, you will not receive final acceptance into the program. Course Sequence All students must receive a minimum grade of C in each massage course and BIO 230 in order to progress in the program. Course # Title Credits MAS 100 Introduction to Massage 1 Semester 1 Course # Title Credits BIO 230* Structure and Function of the Human Body 4 MAS 110 Swedish Massage 6 Semester 2 Course # Title Credits MAS 117 Kinesiology for Massage Therapists 4 MAS 111 Deep Tissue Massage 6 Total Credit Hours 10 Semester 3 Course # Title Credits MAS 113 Advanced Massage Techniques 6 MAS 118 Business for Bodyworkers 2 Total Credit Hours 8 Total Program Credit Hours 29 *The BIO 231/232 or BIO 233/234 sequence with a C or better is an option if students prefer to take them in lieu of passing BIO 230 with a C or better. It is recommended to take this BIO course prior to starting the program but not required. Students who successfully complete the 29-credit Therapeutic Massage program will be awarded a certificate. 9 P a g e

11 Important Information Remedial and tutorial services are available to students, call Upon completion, students will be eligible for licensing examination. The program provides practical hands-on experience. The Anne Arundel Community College Therapeutic Massage department reserves the right to revise the admission requirements and the Therapeutic Massage curriculum as deemed necessary without prior notification. Students are responsible for obtaining updated admission and academic requirements while preparing for application to the Therapeutic Massage program. Photo Identification Applicants are required to submit a photocopy of their MD driver s license OR a photocopy of a government issued Photo ID attached to their application to the program. Technical Standard Requirement Student must be free of contagion and possess sufficient stamina with or without reasonable accommodations and mental stability to fulfill the requirements of the program: Performing manipulation of soft tissue through manual dexterity for a minimum of one hour at a time. Changing from a standing to a kneeling or a bending position for a minimum of one hour while practicing or performing massage techniques. Moving in a consistent manner, without restrictions, around a massage table. Using visual and auditory skills to observe and assess client needs. This program is not recommended for students who display symptoms of severe skin disorders or who have been diagnosed with severe respiratory, circulatory, neurological, digestive or muscular disorders. Attendance in MAS 110 Swedish Massage is not recommended and/or permitted for students who are pregnant. A medical release from the student s primary health care provider and permission from the primary instructor will be required for all students with any of the above conditions. This is a class in which students learn by both giving and receiving massage from their fellow students. Students must be able to receive massage from their fellow students in order for all the students to maximize their learning experience. If a student has a communicable disease of any nature they are to notify the instructor to insure that both the student as well as their bodywork partner are protected. Students must maintain good hygienic standards. The student should determine if he/she has any physical or mental restrictions that would limit his/her ability to satisfactorily meet the requirements of the course. 10 P a g e

12 Criminal Background Checks and Drug Screening All health sciences students who are offered admission and/or clinical placement will be required to submit to a complete criminal background check and urine drug screen. All student applicants final acceptance in the program shall be contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and of a urine drug screen.* All letters of acceptance shall state that the acceptance is conditional and contingent on submission to a criminal background check and urine drug screen as may be required by the program--that results in satisfactory reports. If an accepted student tests positive for an illegal or un-prescribed drug, the student shall be denied admission or terminated from any health sciences program. Separate, additional criminal background checks and urine drug screens may be required by clinical sites prior to placements. Students with an unsuccessful background check or urine screening who are denied by a clinical site that is required to meet program competencies shall be dismissed from the program and their registrations shall be withdrawn from courses related to the program of study. If the student tests positive for an illegal or un-prescribed drug, the student shall be denied admission or terminated from any health professions program even if a denied placement was not required to meet program competencies. Successful reports of criminal background checks and urine drug screens do not assure eligibility for specific clinical site placement, program completion, and/or eligibility to sit for professional licensure/board examinations. Students are reminded that licensing boards for certain health care occupations and professions may deny, suspend, or revoke a license or may deny the individual the opportunity to sit for an examination even if the individual has completed all program course work if it is determined that an applicant has a criminal history or has been convicted of, or pleads guilty, or pleads nolo contendere or the like to a felony or other serious crime. Successful completion of a health sciences program of study at Anne Arundel Community College does not guarantee licensure, the opportunity to sit for a licensure examination, certification or employment in the relevant health care occupation. Students may be automatically denied admission or, if enrolled, dismissed from the program if they have not been truthful or have provided inaccurate information on the application or on any other form or submission. Students who have questions or concerns are encouraged to contact the Health Sciences Admissions Office at healthsciencesadmissions@aacc.edu. * Notwithstanding the statements herein regarding urine drug screens, as of September 2010, only certain programs will be requiring drug screening. AACC shall inform students which programs presently require them. However, AACC, at any time, has the right, upon notice, to require any and all students in any and all programs to comply with drug screening. Students who have concerns are encouraged to contact the Health Sciences Admissions Office at healthsciencesadmissions@aacc.edu. PLEASE NOTE: AACC will only accept criminal background checks performed by a college approved vendor. Criminal background checks are completed online and must be paid for by the student. Information and instructions are given to applicants once accepted into the program. 11 P a g e

13 Application/Selection Process Therapeutic Massage Program applications are available on campus in FLRS 100 and on the college website. Eligible students desiring entry must return the completed application to the School of Health Sciences office (FLRS 100) by March 15 th for the Fall class and September 15 th for the Spring class. Late applications will be rank ordered according to the date received and reviewed on a space-available basis. Students eligible to submit applications for selection are those who have completed all the admission and academic requirements pertaining to English, mathematics, and/or arithmetic by the appropriate deadlines. The applications will be reviewed and students will receive a letter regarding the status of their applications. Selection for the Therapeutic Massage program will be made by the first week of June for Fall and by mid-november for Spring. Eligible applicants will receive a letter after selection assigning them to one of the following categories: Conditional Acceptance or Wait List Status. Conditional Acceptance: Applicants who have met the academic and admission requirements and have been selected into the Therapeutic Massage program. Final acceptance into the program shall be contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and satisfactory completion of a health examination record. With the letter, conditionally accepted students will receive the Health Examination Record with Instructions and Criminal Background Check Instructions to be completed by a designated deadline. Conditional Acceptance candidates who do not meet this deadline will not be considered for admission and the next person on the wait list will be contacted. Wait List: In the event there are more applicants than seats available, qualified applicants not initially chose conditionally will be placed on the wait list in rank order, and notified of selection if and when seats become available. No selection decisions will be communicated via telephone and/or . Selection Criteria The criteria used to select the Conditional Acceptance and Wait List candidates will be applied in the following order: 1. Satisfactory completion of all admission/academic requirements at the time of selection. 2. Have a minimum adjusted grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 at this college. 3. Completion of MAS 100 with a grade of C or better by date of selection. 4. Completion of BIO 230/232/234 with a grade of C or better by date of selection. Final acceptance is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal background check, health examination record and a grade of C or better in MAS 100. December 2015 Notice of Nondiscrimination: AACC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, Title IX, ADA Title 504 compliant institution. Call Disability Support Services, or Maryland Relay 711, 72 hours in advance to request most accommodations. Requests for sign language interpreters, alternative format books or assistive technology require 30 days notice. For information on AACC s compliance and complaints concerning sexual assault, sexual misconduct, discrimination or harassment, contact the federal compliance officer and Title IX coordinator at , complianceofficer@aacc.edu or Maryland Relay 711. G:\ALHEALTH\HDrive\AHCOMMON\TDN\ADMISSION BOOKLETS\2016\TherapeuticMassage P a g e

14 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE COURSES MAS 100 Introduction to Massage 1 credit hour 15 hours of lecture Introduces the background, terminology, legal requirements, career opportunities and ethics of therapeutic massage for the professional or nonprofessional. Discusses introductory body mechanics. Helps students determine if they want to pursue therapeutic massage as an avocation or vocation. Prepares the student for MAS 110. MAS 110 Swedish Massage 6 credit hours - 60 hours of lecture and 75 hours of college laboratory. Learn the principles of basic theory and techniques necessary for administering Swedish relaxation and seated massage. Lab fee $60. Prerequisite: MAS 100 with a grade of C or better or permission of the program coordinator. Special admission requirement: Age 18 by the first day of class. Submission of a completed health record. MAS 111 Deep Tissue Massage 6 credit hours - 60 hours of lecture and 75 hours of college laboratory; one term. Provides intermediate training for students in soft tissue and movement modalities. Enhances your ability to utilize creative problem-solving skills through practical applications. Learn the techniques that are necessary for deep tissue therapeutic massage. Lab fee $60. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAS 110. MAS 113 Advanced Massage Techniques 6 credit hours - 60 hours of lecture and 75 hours of college laboratory; one term. Learn advanced techniques in soft tissue and movement modalities. Utilize creative problem-solving skills through practical applications. Examine techniques that are necessary for myofascial release, sports, chair and prenatal massage. Lab fee $60. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in MAS 111 and BIO 230 or BIO 232 or BIO 234. BIO requirement may be taken as a corequisite with the permission of the program coordinator. MAS 117 Kinesiology for Massage Therapists 4 credit hours 60 hours of lecture; one term. Study of the biomechanical principles of human movement, upper and lower extremities. Includes structure and function of joints, muscle groups, and the characteristics of normal posture and gait. Successful completion of this course awards 50 NCBTMB contact hours. Prerequisite: MAS 110 or permission of the program coordinator. MAS 118 Business for Bodyworkers 2 credit hours 30 hours of lecture; one term. Learn the foundation of successfully managing a bodywork business. Addresses Federal and State taxes and reporting (including Social Security and Medicare), record keeping, accounting, business structures, developing a business plan, marketing, being or hiring an independent contractor, third party billing and accepting credit cards. Students will prepare and present a financial business plan for their business. Provides 30 continuing education hours for NCBTMB and State of Maryland massage therapists. 13 P a g e

15 REQUIRED COURSES (REQUIRED/OPTIONS) BIO 135 Principles of Nutrition 3 credit hours Three hours weekly; one term. Learn the digestion, absorption and physiological function of nutrients in the body. Emphasis is placed on normal nutrition and the relationship between nutrients and chronic disease. Nutrition needs of the healthy person through stages of the life span are included. This course does not satisfy a lab science requirement. Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENG 111 or ENG 115 or ENG 121 and either eligibility for any general education math or a score of 27 or better on the Arithmetic Placement Test or a B or better in MAT 005. Note: Credit is not given for both BIO 135 and BIO 136. BIO 230 Structure and Function of the Human Body 4 credit hours Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory weekly; one term. Learn the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Surveys major systems of the body, cells and tissues. Considers clinical disorders of major systems. Lab fee $30. Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENG 111 or ENG 115 or ENG 121 and either eligibility for any general education math or a score of 27 or better on the Arithmetic Placement Test or a B or better in MAT 005. Note: Credit is not given for both BIO 230 and any of the following: BIO 231, BIO 232, BIO 233 or BIO 234. Students enrolled in the EMT-P, Pharmacy Technician, Medical Coding and Therapeutic Massage certificate programs and Medical Transcription and Person Trainer Letter of Recognition programs should consult their program adviser for math eligibility. BIO 231 Human Biology 1 4 credit hours Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory weekly; one term. Learn the biologically significant inorganic and organic molecules and their relationship to human anatomy and physiology, the structure of cells and tissues, cellular physiology, the fundamentals of inheritance and the anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and digestive systems. A course primarily for the two-year nursing program; sometimes accepted as transfer credit. Students are advised to check with the four-year transfer institution. Four-year nursing students usually take BIO 233 and BIO 234. Lab fee $30. Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENG 111 or ENG 115 or ENG 121 and either eligibility for any general education math or a score of 27 or better on the Arithmetic Placement Test or a B or better in MAT 005. Note: Credit is not given for (1) both BIO 101 and BIO 231 or (2) both BIO 230 and BIO 231 or (3) both sequences BIO 231-BIO 232 and BIO 233-BIO 234. Students enrolled in the Pharmacy Technician and Therapeutic Massage certificate programs should consult their program adviser for math eligibility. BIO 232 Human Biology 2 4 credit hours Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory weekly; one term. A study of the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, urinary, nervous, endocrine and reproductive systems. Additional topics include body fluid composition, acid-base balance, electrolytes and early human development. Lab fee $30. Prerequisite: BIO 231 and eligibility for ENG 111 or ENG 115 or ENG 121. BIO 233 Anatomy and Physiology 1 4 credit hours Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory weekly; one term. A study of biological chemistry, cell structure and function, tissues, and the histology, gross anatomy and physiology of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Lab fee $30. Prerequisite: BIO 101; eligibility for ENG 111 or ENG 115 or ENG 121 and eligibility for any general education math. Note: Credit is not given for (1) both BIO 230 and BIO 233 or (2) both sequences BIO and BIO P a g e

16 BIO 234 Anatomy and Physiology 2 4 credit hours Three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory weekly; one term. A study of the histology, gross anatomy and physiology of the circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary and reproductive systems and early human development. Lab fee $30. Prerequisite: BIO 233 and eligibility for ENG 111 or ENG 115 or ENG 121. EMT 104 Emergency Medical Responder 3 credit hours 37 hours of lecture, 14 hours of laboratory; one term. Teaches fire service personnel, law enforcement officers, other public safety personnel and citizens knowledge and skills necessary to render basic care to a sick or injured person until the arrival of emergency medical providers. Focuses on gaining access to patients, performing patient assessment and managing life threatening situations. Successful completion leads to eligibility to take the Maryland Emergency Medical Responder exam. Attendance is mandatory for all classes. There is a fee for the state exam. Lab fee $25. Note: This course is not recommended for students seeking to continue in the EMT program. Those students interested in preparing for emergency medical technician-basic (EMT-B) level certification and for future certification as an emergency medical technician-paramedic (EMT-P) should enroll in EMT 105. Credit is not given for both EMT 104 and EMT 105 or both EMT 104 and HEA 150. ENG 111 Composition and Introduction to Literature 1 3 credit hours Three hours weekly; one term. Learn single-paragraph and multi-paragraph writing. Gain substantial writing practice both in and out of class. Analyze short fiction and poetry. Prerequisite: Adequate preparation as determined by the English department or successful completion of ENG 002 or ENG 003, and, if reading test placement scores require it, RDG 028. ENG 112 Composition and Introduction to Literature 2 3 credit hours Three hours weekly; one term. Continue study of multi-paragraph writing, stressing patterns of exposition and instruction in writing research papers. Gain substantial writing practice. Read novels and plays. Prerequisite: ENG 111. MDA 113 Medical Terminology 3 credit hours Three hours weekly; one term. Learn medical terminology including prefixes, suffixes, word roots and medical abbreviations. Utilize concepts presented in a body systems approach that emphasizes key anatomical and physiological terms. Additional topics include pathology, diagnostic procedures, and treatment modalities. Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENG 111 or ENG 115 or ENG P a g e

17 PSY 111 Introduction to Psychology 3 credit hours Three hours weekly; one term. A basic course intended to expose students to major psychological theories and concepts and related current research findings. Topics include learning, physiological bases of behavior, motivation and emotions, human development, personality and abnormal behavior. SOC 111 Introduction to Sociology 3 credit hours Three hours weekly; one term. Learn sociological principles and perspectives as a way of understanding everyday social life. Study meanings and functions of various roles in historical and contemporary societies. Evaluate causes, consequences and comparisons of social hierarchies. Also offered as an honors course, SOC 111H. Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENG 111 or ENG 115 or ENG 121. ADDITIONAL COURSES: MAS 201 Foot Reflexology 1 credit hour 15 hours of lecture; one term. Provides the principles of basic theory and demonstrates techniques for the massage therapist to administer foot reflexology. May be repeated once for a total of 2 credits. Completion of this course awards 15 NCBTMB contact hours. Lab fee $10. Prerequisite: MAS 110 with a C or better or permission of the program coordinator. 16 P a g e

18 TESTING CENTER LOCATIONS Arnold Location: Student Union Building (SUN 240) Phone: Hours: Monday Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday: 8:30 a.m. 8 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Closed Arundel Mills Location: Arundel Mills (AMIL 112) Phone: testing-amil@aacc.edu Hours: Monday Thursday: 10:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Friday: 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Saturday: 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Glen Burnie Town Center Location: Glen Burnie Town Center (GBTC 208) Phone: testing-gbtc@aacc.edu Hours: Monday: 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Tuesday Thursday: 12:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Friday: Closed Saturday: 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Fort Meade: Call for appointment and location Military I.D. Required MUST PRESENT A PHOTO ID AT ALL LOCATIONS Please check for college closings. MATHEMATICS AND ENGLISH ACCUPLACER TEST PREPARATION and SAMPLE: Notice of Nondiscrimination: AACC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, Title IX, ADA Title 504 compliant institution. Call Disability Support Services, or Maryland Relay 711, 72 hours in advance to request most accommodations. Requests for sign language interpreters, alternative format books or assistive technology require 30 days notice. For information on AACC s compliance and complaints concerning discrimination or harassment, contact Kelly Koermer, J.D., federal compliance officer, at or Maryland Relay 711 G:\ALHEALTH\HDrive\AHCOMMON\TDN\ADMISSION BOOKLETS\2016\MAS Revised docx

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26 PRACTICE PROBLEMS FOR THE ARITHMETIC PLACEMENT TEST The Arithmetic Placement Test is designed to determine whether a student has sufficient arithmetic skills. The following problems are similar to those given on the screening test. If you take some time to practice, your score will surely be higher. The answers to the problems appear at the end of this material. The screening test is timed (1 hour) so your practice should be for accuracy and speed. There are thirtysix problems on the test and a score of 27 or better is passing. Only one retake of the test is allowed. Students who are not successful in the retake must enroll in MAT 005. Calculators will not be permitted. Whole Number Arithmetic: x 27 15) 3105 Arithmetic of Fractions: 5. Write the lowest terms: Circle the largest fraction: 4 or 7 or Add: Multiply: 2 1 x Divide: Mary used 2 of her savings to make a down payment on a new car. If her 3 savings were $2,400, how much did she put down? Decimal / Exponent Arithmetic: 11. Write in decimal form: Add: Multiply: 360 x 1.2 (OVER) 25

27 14. Which number is the largest? x , 0.001, 0.07, is equal to? Percents: 17. Divide: Express: 37% as a decimal 19. Express: 0.03 as a percent 20. Express: 13% as a fraction 21. If 40% of the thirty patients in a certain clinic have headaches, how many have headaches? Ratio and Proportion: 22. What should r be in order to have r = 18? If it takes 4 cups of water to fill three glasses, how many cups will be needed to fill nine of the same glasses? 24. In a rural county 350 residents signed up for the armed forces. The breakdown of numbers for each branch is found in the table below. What percent of residents signed up for the Air Force? (Round your answer to two decimal places.) ARMY NAVY AIR FORCE MARINES A farmer tries to save space by putting cows and sheep altogether in a ratio 3:4 respectively. If the farmer gets 15 cows how many sheep must have to keep the same ratio? Determine the value of X in the following: 26. 3:2 = X:6 27. X = = 25 7 X = X = X (Round your answer to two decimal places.) 31. Evaluate: 10x 6y, if x 0. 9 and y

28 Graph Interpretation: A buoy is bouncing up and down on the waves. The following graph depicts its elevation over a certain period of time. Elevation (in) Time (in seconds) 32. What is the buoy elevation at 3 seconds? 33. Referring to the graph above, what is the independent variable? Resources: 1. Math Center: Library 107. Math professors or tutors available (free) Monday-Thursday 9-8:30 p.m., Friday 9-3:00 p.m., Saturday 9-3:00 p.m. (limited summer hours). 2. Peer Math Tutors: Fill out application in Testing & Tutoring Center. Service is free and available throughout the year. Academic Support Center Information: Call for specific days and times: Arnold Campus (410) Arundel Center North, Glen Burnie Town Center (410) Arundel Mills Center, Room 112 (410) Army Education Center, Fort Meade (410) There is no fee to take the placement test. Students must bring a valid photo ID and know their social security number. 27

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30 ANNE ARUNDEL COMMUNITY COLLEGE THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE PROGRAM HEALTH EXAMINATION RECORD Anne Arundel Community Immunization College requires Vaccine/Titer that students participating Date in clinical practice Comments settings be mentally and physically competent and capable to provide safe care. The student s signature to this form authorizes that the program chair/director/coordinator Measles and designee shall be entitled to receive a copy of this completed form if necessary. Mumps Rubella TECHNICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED Varicella Student must be free of contagion and possess sufficient stamina with or without reasonable accommodations and mental Hepatitis B stability to fulfill the requirements of the program: PPD or CXR Performing PPD or manipulation Form of soft tissue through manual dexterity for a minimum of one (1) hour at a time. Changing PPD or from Form a standing to a kneeling or a bending position for a minimum of one (1) hour while practicing or performing Health massage Affidavit techniques. Moving in a consistent manner, FOR without AACC restrictions, HEALTH around PROFESSIONS a massage OFFICE table. USE ONLY Using visual and auditory skills to observe and assess client needs. This program is not recommended for students who display symptoms of severe skin disorders or who have been diagnosed with severe respiratory, circulatory, neurological, digestive or muscular disorders. Therapeutic Attendance in Massage MAS 110 Swedish Course Name Massage and is Number: not recommended and/or permitted for students who are pregnant. A medical release from the student s primary health provider and permission from the primary instructor will be required for any student with any of the above conditions. Semester / Year Entering: 1. Do you have any restrictions limiting or prohibiting any of the physical activities listed above? (movements e.g., ability to If yes, specify Maiden: Sex: Na 2. Are Last you 4 Digits currently SS #/ under Student treatment ID# for any condition? DAY EVE If Phone yes, please specify the condition, name and address of Phone professional consulted: DOB: CELL 3. Are Phone you currently under treatment for a mental emotional and/or health problem? If yes, please specify the condition, name and address of professional consulted and/or treatment center. Street Address County City State ZIP 4. Are you currently under treatment for alcoholism and/or drug dependency? This Health Examination Record must be completed and submitted by the appointed date: If yes, please specify the condition, name and address of professional consulted and/or treatment center. 5. List any medications you take regularly or occasionally along with any medical emotional, and/or mental condition for which these medications are prescribed (thyroid, sedatives, tranquilizers, Dilantin, insulin, etc.) If this Health Examination Record is not completed and submitted by the appointment date and/or found to be incomplete, your entry into the program/course will be delayed, postponed or denied. I hereby grant the Health Professions program permission to contact the health professional(s) who have assisted me with medical, mental health conditions, alcoholism, and/or drug dependency and to obtain information and records regarding these conditions. I further agree to execute additional documents, if any, that may be necessary to obtain these records. I hereby acknowledge that the information on the student Personal Health History form and all other forms making up my health examination record is true, correct and complete to the best of my knowledge and nothing has been omitted which would interfere with my physical and/or mental ability to perform functions in the program/course. /cf/ddcw4/08 G:\ALHEALTH\HDrive\AHCOMMON\TDN\ADMISSION BOOKLETS\2016\MAS Revised docx 29 I am aware that if I need an accommodation, I must identify in writing that I have a condition requiring an accommodation, state what accommodation is necessary and that it is my responsibility to contact the college s ADA coordinator.

31 PART II: Immunization/Screening Requirements To be completed by physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant The following are required by the college and recommended by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and the National Centers for Disease Control. Childhood vaccinations are acceptable only if dates are validated by health care provider. Sign each line below. History of disease is not acceptable as immunity. If titers are performed, copy of lab report is required. (Please see Health Examination Requirements Policy). REQUIREMENTS DATE RESULT SIGNATURE OF CARE PROVIDER Rubeola (Measles titer) Rubella titer Mumps titer MMR Vaccine #1 MMR Vaccine #2 Varicella titer disease not acceptable) (Hx of Varivax #1 Varivax #2 Hepatitis B titer (Recommended after vaccines.) HBV vaccine #1 HBV vaccine #2 HBV vaccine #3 Hepatitis B declination PPD (TB test) Within 9 mts. Chest X-Ray (If PPD>10mm, must be within one year.) Influenza (Recommended) Health Care Provider Statement Student s Name: I have reviewed the above immunization records/titers and validated and signed the immunization /screening requirements and have found that the student is free of any communicable disease that is a threat to others. Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant Signature Date: Please print name/title Telephone: Please provide office stamp/seal (or note on letterhead with signature) /cf/ddcw4/08 G:\ALHEALTH\HDrive\AHCOMMON\TDN\ADMISSION BOOKLETS\2016\MAS Revised docx 30