MSSG 1109 - Health & Hygiene

Credit Hours: 1
Contact Hours - Lecture: 1 Lab: 1
The study of safety and sanitation practices including universal precautions. The importance of proper body mechanics, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, maintaining the massage environment, and the advantage of therapeutic relationships is also included. Meets the minimum 20-contact-hour requirement for licensure. Students must complete an application process including an online application.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
Student Learning Outcomes
1 - Explain the need for universal precautions. 2 - Develop a health and safety plan. 3 - Exhibit proper personal hygiene. 4 - Demonstrate therapeutic interaction in various practice settings.