MASS502 – Massage Therapeutics
Module code
MASS502
Module title
Massage Therapeutics
Prescription
The aim of this module is to provide students with a theoretical and practical base to apply specialised wellness and relaxation massage skills
Programmes
- SH1803
- SP7000
NZQA Level
Level 5
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Supported
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of sport massage techniques, and perform pre-, in- and post-event massage techniques
Demonstrate Chair, Pregnancy and Infant massage techniques
Select and apply quality of touch and energy balancing techniques - Content
- -Pre-, in- and post-event massage techniques in a massage practice setting
-Mobility and stretching techniques
-Massage techniques using a massage chair; during the stages of pregnancy and for infant massage
-Subtle aspects of touch; flow and energy balancing techniques - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- Lectures will be used to introduce key themes and main topics to the students. Tutorials will develop concepts further through kinaesthetic or visual tasks. The assignments will encourage reflection on important concepts taught throughout the course.
- Assessment Criteria
- To pass this module the student must complete all assignments and accumulate an overall module mark of no less than 50%
