What our
curriculum offers
Our challenging curriculum will fully engage students, creating a more enjoyable and better learning experience. A sample schedule would include courses in Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Kinesiology and Massage Theory with instructor guided hands on practice of techniques. Instructors will bring sample client cases into the classroom allowing students to experience different scenarios. Students will have access to instructors for the length of program.
ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY & PATHOLOGY
Includes a tour of the body, chemistry, cells and covers in-depth all the systems of the body. Includes: Study of Disease in relation to bodywork, indications and contraindications for bodywork, appropriateness of massage for specific medical conditions.
KINESIOLOGY
Includes muscle identification and understanding; origin, insertion and action, bones, ligaments, tendons, joints and more. We utilize a wide variety of methods addressing all learning styles to ensure a complete understanding of the muscles – including coloring activities, clay and skeletons, flash cards, muscle palpation and more.
MASSAGE THEORY & PRACTICE (MTP)
MTP topics include: the history of massage, equipment, self-care, postural analysis, basic and advanced techniques (trigger point therapy, manual lymphatic drainage and soft tissue release). Additional modalities taught include pregnancy massage, sports massage, chair massage, ,massage for outdoor athletic events or other sports venues, as well as other specialized techniques. Students practice massage techniques outside of the school setting to reinforce what they are learning and develop excellent skills. Confidence and hands on experience is gained through practical exams and evaluations from professionals through out the program.
PATHOLOGY & TREATMENT (PTR)
IMMB’s curriculum includes specialized injury treatment and pathology classes unique to our school. This is where you will build upon the kinesiology & anatomy concepts and will see the synergy between the theory and practice that will get your clients out of pain, back to work, and rebooking regularly. You’ll learn how the body functions, what causes dysfunction and how to return to regular function again. These pathology and treatment segments develop critical thinkers that are ready to apply this advanced therapy.
Our program incorporates knowledge learned in Kenisiology, Anatomy, and Massage Theory to bring lasting results to clients. We believe this work is a true game changer and essential in today’s healthcare environment.
CLINICAL BUSINESS, ETHICS & COMMUNICATIONS
As well as preparing students to be excellent massage therapists, we provide the skills needed for a successful and long career in a clinical setting, spa or in self-employment. Opportunities to meet and mentor with practicing massage therapists that will offer their knowledge of successful business and marketing skills will be offered. Course work includes boundaries, ethics, marketing, insurance billing, laws and financial management.
THE STUDENT CLINIC
The student clinic offers the public a chance to experience our student massages at a discounted rate, while allowing the students a real-life simulated clinic experience under the guidance of their clinic instructor. We also offer speciality student clinics where we bring in people with specific injuries for students to work on to further solidify the information taught and enhance critical thinking skills.
