Sun Touch Massage School Catalog 914 West Broadway, Mayfield KY 42066 (270)247-8923 OR (800)475-4293 Licensed by the State Board for Proprietary Education Commonwealth of Kentucky Issued ABOUT OUR SCHOOL Sun Touch Massage School is located in Mayfield, Kentucky. Centrally located in the Midwest, the town of Mayfield is located in the western tip of Kentucky, approximately 30 miles from Illinois, Missouri, and Tennessee. The administrator, staff, and instructors are dedicated to staying current with the many advances in this important field. They are all active in a massage practice or other types of bodywork. You will receive personalized instruction from the dedicated, practicing health care professionals. We emphasize extensive hands on experience. HOW TO REGISTER Complete the application form enclosed. Please be sure to fill out all requested information. Include three letters of reference and a $50.00 application fee (non-refundable). The Administrator and staff will review your application. Approval for admission is granted or denied at the discretion of the Administrator. When you are granted admission, you will be contacted for an appointment to complete your contract and discuss the payment schedule. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS An applicant must be at least 18 years of age, and have earned a high school diploma or its equivalent. An applicant must be in good health and able to physically perform massage techniques. Sun Touch Massage School admits people of any race, gender, sexual preference, national or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities available at the school. LICENSING Sun Touch is licensed by the State Board for Proprietary Education, and is listed as an assigned school for the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. This means that you will be eligible to take the National Certification Board exam after satisfactorily completing our courses. You may now also choose the MBLEx exam. Kentucky, Tennessee, and many other states now accept both exams for licensure. POLICIES Regular attendance is essential. Missing more than 10% of any course is not satisfactory. A student who must miss a class is required to call the school in advance of the scheduled class. Absences of more than 10% can result in probation or dismissal from the program. A student may schedule make-up work or a make-up class with an instructor; however, this will bring about an additional charge. Students are responsible for all class materials and must make arrangements to obtain and complete missed assignments before the next class. All courses must be completed with a grade of 70% or higher. Late arrivals to class cause disruptions to the class and other students. You will be considered tardy if you enter the class after the scheduled beginning time. Students are expected to behave in a responsible manner at all times. A student may be subject to dismissal for failure to meet the attendance policies; for attending Class under the influence of drugs or alcohol; for destruction or theft of school property or property of another student; for sexual misconduct of any kind; for cheating on an exam or project; or for providing false information to school personnel. Sun Touch allows transfer of credits from state licensed schools. Page 1
PAYMENT INFORMATION Sun Touch Massage School accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. We are also a participating school for Vocational Rehab, and Workforce Programs. If you need to arrange financing with the school, please make an appointment with the Administrator. A contract will be signed between the Administrator and student for each 100 hour block of classes. To drop a class and receive a refund of your deposit you must notify the Administrator at least 4 days before the class starts. You may request a pro rated refund of tuition if you withdraw, drop out, or are expelled, before 25% of the class is completed. After 25% is completed, there may be no refund. PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE There are many opportunities for work with beauty salons, fitness centers, chiropractic offices, day spas, and those in private practice. Graduates are given first opportunity for all calls we receive from businesses seeking massage therapists. TEXTBOOKS AND EQUIPMENT Textbooks and equipment are available through the school. Required textbooks are included in the cost of tuition. These may change from time to time- check with the school before purchasing books for classes. Courses required for licensure vary by state. We offer 500 for Tennessee, Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri. Kentucky requires 600 hours. COURSE I INTRODUCTION TO MASSAGE THERAPY: 100 HOURS OF STUDY-Cost of course $1,800 Milady s Theory and Practice of Therapeutic Massage, Fifth Edition, Mark Beck. The textbook and workbook are required. This course is based on traditional Swedish massage, and covers contraindications, benefits, history and client documentation. COURSE II ADVANCED MASSAGE TECHNIQUES: 100 HOURS OF STUDY-Cost of course $1800 Textbook & Workbook Required: Trail Guide to the Body by Andrew Biel, Fourth Edition. This is taught by Sharon K. Wood, L.P.N., L.M.T. Within this course Amanda Stafford teaches a segment on The Anatomy of Movement. COURSE III ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 125 HOURS OF STUDY- Cost of course $2,250 Terry Wood, R.N, A.D.N., and Yolanda Heath R.N., teach this class. COURSE IV CPR AND FIRST AID 8 HOURS OF STUDY- Cost of course $144 Terry Wood, R.N., A.D.N., Certified Red Cross Instructor, teaches this class. Page 2
COURSE V PATHOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 40 HOURS OF STUDY- Cost of Course $750 Textbook Required: A Massage Therapist Guide to Pathology, Ruth Warner, Fourth Edition. Terry Wood, R.N. A.D.N., teaches the class. COURSE VI THE BUSINESS OF MASSAGE INCLUDES ETHICS, LEGALITIES, AND MARKETING YOUR BUSINESS 40 HOURS OF STUDY- Cost of Course $750 Jennifer Hunt, L.M.T. and Marilyn Gossett, L.M.T. teach this class. COURSE VII STUDY GUIDES AND TEST TAKING STRATEGIES 12 HOURS OF STUDY- Cost of course $220 Jennifer Hunt, L.M.T teaches this class. COURSE VIII REFLEXOLOGY OF HANDS, FEET AND EARS 20 HOURS OF STUDY Cost of Course $360.00 Includes Charts Sharon Wood, L.M.T., Marilyn Gossett, L.M.T. or Quena Jackson, L.M.T. teach this class. COURSE IX CHAIR MASSAGE 24 HOURS OF STUDY Cost of Course $440.00 Sharon Wood, L.M.T. and Harold Ann Nowlin, L.M.T. teach this class. ADDITIONAL ELECTIVE COURSES Cost of course- Varies depending on course and number of hours required for each class Jin Shin, Connective Tissue Massage, Infant and Prenatal Massage, Reiki, Shiatsu on a Floor Mat, and Hot Stone Massage. SCHEDULE OF CLASSES Classes are scheduled Monday through Saturday. Morning classes meet 9 a.m. 12 noon; Afternoon classes meet 1 p.m. 5 p.m. and Evening classes meet 6 p.m. 9 p.m. Legal Holidays are observed, no classes on those days. Page 3
SUN TOUCH MASSAGE SCHOOL 914 West Broadway, Mayfield, KY 42066 (270) 247-8923 or (800) 475-4293 STUDENT APPLICATION FORM Name: (First, Middle, Last): Home Address: Home Telephone: (best time to reach you): E-mail Address Date of Birth: Social Security# Current Employer: Work Telephone and/or Cell #: (best time to reach you) Your Present Occupation: In Case of Emergency, Notify: (name and phone) Health History: (List any major illness, injuries, or operations) Are you presently taking medication? Please list: How did you hear about this massage therapy program?: Do you have any previous experience or study in massage or other forms of bodywork? If so, please describe: Page 4
Educational history: (high school, technical, or vocational schools/college) What is your motivation for enrolling in Sun Touch Massage School? REFERENCES: Please include with this application three letters of recommendation from the people who have known you for more than two years and who are not relatives. Sun Touch Massage School will be contacting these individuals regarding your application. Please include a photograph of yourself with this application, and include the application fee of $50.00. I have completed this application to the best of my knowledge. If I am accepted as a student, I will take advantage of every opportunity to improve my skills and abilities as a massage student and practitioner. Signature: Date We will review your application and get back with you as soon as possible. Thank-You! Page 5