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Acquire increased relaxation skills
Assessment Strategies
by demonstrating relaxation skills and mindfulness meditation practices
Criteria
you participate in daily mindfulness meditation and relaxation exercises
you use proper body positioning for relaxation
you demonstrate breathing techniques
you reach a state of relaxation
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Cultivate self-awareness
Assessment Strategies
by administering massage techniques
by receiving a massage
by writing journal entries
Criteria
you give and receive constructive feedback
you recognize how the client’s body responds to your massage techniques
you keep a journal of personal learning and reflection
you define personal boundaries
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Demonstrate proper body mechanics
Assessment Strategies
by giving massages
Criteria
you demonstrate the technique of "centering"
you develop strength and flexibility in the hands
you perform strength and flexibility exercises
you safely position client’s body to effectively perform therapeutic massage
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Create a mission statement
Assessment Strategies
by submitting a written assignment
Criteria
you examine concept of "intentions" as it relates to touch
you examine concepts of wellness
you discuss personal and professional values
you establish personal goals
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Exhibit effective social interaction
Assessment Strategies
through participation in classroom activities
Criteria
you recognize individual differences in personal boundaries
you show mature attitude in interpersonal interactions
you appreciate differences in human physique, background, and experience
you participate in group discussions
you exhibit effective listening skills
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Summarize the value of touch therapies
Assessment Strategies
on a written exam
Criteria
you cite the importance of touch to life
you classify the qualities of various kinds of touch
you describe professional touch therapies
you examine the therapeutic purposes of massage
you cite current research that validates therapeutic massage
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Outline the history of massage
Assessment Strategies
on a written exam
Criteria
you summarize the history of therapeutic massage from ancient times to present
you examine recent trends in the field of therapeutic massage
you explore how trends impact career and employment of the therapeutic massage professional
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Examine educational and legal requirements
Assessment Strategies
on a written exam
Criteria
you describe the scope of practice for massage therapists in Wisconsin
you explain educational requirements and registration requirements for massage therapists in Wisconsin
you study legal requirements for massage in other states
you compare benefits of joining professional massage organizations
you describe the eligibility requirements for the national licensure examination
you examine license revocation, license cancellation, and license suspension
you accept responsibility for obtaining informed consent before administering massage therapy
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Conform to a high standard of professional ethics
Assessment Strategies
through participation in classroom discussion
through contribution to a group project
while giving and receiving massage
on a written exam
Criteria
you discuss the importance of personal hygiene and health habits
you summarize ethics, ethical conduct, and good ethical practices
you discuss the importance of communication skills
you review how to build a professional image
you adhere to personal boundary limits of client and self
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Select massage supplies and equipment
Assessment Strategies
on a written exam
design a massage treatment room to present to the class
Criteria
you compare massage tables and massage chairs
you compile list of other needed supplies
you identify therapeutic design elements in a therapeutic massage office and treatment room
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Demonstrate the preparation procedures before beginning the massage
Assessment Strategies
through participation in classroom activity
in a role play situation
Criteria
you adjust table height to proper height for optimum performance
you arrange linens, blanket, and bolsters on massage table for client's comfort
you assemble needed supplies
you follow proper handwashing guidelines
you create a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere for client
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Demonstrate proper draping procedures
Assessment Strategies
in classroom setting
in role play situation
Criteria
you explain to client the purpose of draping
you identify and apply the correct draping method for each individual client
you demonstrate draping using the proper procedures as outlined in the technique manual
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Apply massage lubricant
Assessment Strategies
in role play situation
Criteria
you select appropriate lubricant
you use proper technique for applying lubricant
you apply proper amount of lubricant depending upon the individual client and the technique performed
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Analyze the six classifications of Swedish massage movements
Assessment Strategies
on a written exam
Criteria
you describe each of the six major massage classifications
you classify the effects of each of the massage strokes
you determine which stroke to use
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Demonstrate the principles of Swedish massage
Assessment Strategies
in role play situation
Criteria
you apply massage strokes following superficial to deep principle
you apply massage strokes deep to superficial when leaving an area of the body
you vary pressure according to client's needs
you vary speed and rhythm to produce a different outcome
you apply deep strokes to drain tissues
you maintain contact with client throughout the massage
you develop routine for ending the massage
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Apply basic Swedish massage strokes
Assessment Strategies
through instructor observation of application of the skill on classmates
Criteria
you apply resting stroke/check in properly
you apply compressions properly
you apply gilding strokes properly
you apply kneading strokes properly
you apply friction strokes properly
you apply percussion strokes properly
you apply joint movements properly
you apply passive stretches properly
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Demonstrate a chair massage routine
Assessment Strategies
in the classroom
in a supervised public demonstration
through a practical performance on an instructor
Criteria
you prepare massage chair for client
you demonstrate proper chair massage procedures as outlined in the technical manual
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Demonstrate a therapeutic massage sequence
Assessment Strategies
through instructor observation of application of the skill on classmates
through practical performance on a massage instructor
Criteria
you apply massage sequence to client's anterior legs and feet