HA-205 : Professional Issues in Massage Therapy
Course Information
Course, prefix, number, & title: HA-205 Professional Issues in Massage Therapy
Hours (Class, recitation, Laboratory, studio): 2; offered in Fall or Spring semester
Credits: 2
Co-requisites (if any): HA-204
Course Description in college catalog:
Prepares students to enter a career in massage therapy. Foundational business theory and skills needed to build and maintain a practice in a variety of settings will be discussed, including marketing strategies, networking and making appropriate referrals. Professional ethics and management of more complex client/therapist situations will be addressed.
Academic programs for which this course serves as a requirement or an elective:
General Education Outcomes: Below is a listing of General Education Outcome(s) that this course supports.
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Students will communicate effectively through reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
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Use analytical reasoning to identify issues or problems and evaluate evidence in order to make informed decisions
Course-specific student learning outcomes:
At the completion of this course, students will be able to:
- To understand the regulatory structure and oversight function of various administrative agencies involved in licensing and regulation of the practice of massage therapy
- To gain a working knowledge of legal issues surrounding the practice of massage therapy
- To understand the various permissible forms of practice and the pros and cons of each
- To develop and implement a viable marketing plan
- To develop promotional material: business cards, brochures, etc
- To develop communication skills in the form of target audience presentations, press releases, and professional correspondence
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in:
| Course Objectives | Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| 1. Demonstrate understanding of professional issues, including legal and ethical concerns, business practices and the importance of continuing education throughout their career. |
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| 2. Prepare for application for licensure in New York State. | To understand the regulatory structure and oversight function of various administrative agencies involved in licensing and regulation of the practice of massage therapy. |
Program-specific outcomes
Demonstrate understanding of professional issues, including legal and ethical concern, business practices and the importance of continuing education throughout the career
Prepare for application for licensure in New York State.
Methods by which student learning will be assessed and evaluated; describe the types of methods to be employed; note whether certain methods are required for all sections:
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:
- Lecture and group discussions
- Reading and writing assignments
METHODS OF ASSESSMENT :
| Assessment Item | % Of Final Grade |
|---|---|
| Participation | 20% |
| Papers | 25% |
| Portfolio | 25% |
| Quizzes | 20% |
| Final Exam | 10% |
Academic Integrity policy (department or College):
Academic honesty is expected of all students. Any violation of academic integrity is taken extremely seriously. All assignments and projects must be the original work of the student or teammates. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any questions regarding academic integrity should be brought to the attention of the instructor. The following is the Queensborough Community College Policy on Academic Integrity: "It is the official policy of the College that all acts or attempted acts that are violations of Academic Integrity be reported to the Office of Student Affairs. At the faculty member's discretion and with the concurrence of the student or students involved, some cases though reported to the Office of Student Affairs may be resolved within the confines of the course and department. The instructor has the authority to adjust the offender's grade as deemed appropriate, including assigning an F to the assignment or exercise or, in more serious cases, an F to the student for the entire course." Read the University's policy on Academic Integrity opens in a new window.
Disabilities
Any student who feels that he or she may need an accommodation based upon the impact of a disability should contact the Office of Accessibility Services in Science Building, Room S-132, 718-631-6257, to coordinate reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. You can visit the Office of Accessibility Services website.
