Massage School - Appleton, Wisconsin, Massage Training

Now Enrolling For August 2012 Class: It's easy to apply to FVSM:
Download & print the application under the massage program tab with the school catalog
* Fill it out
* Mail to: FVSM, P.O. Box 615
Neenah, WI 54957-0615

**MSN Best Part Time Jobs: #1 Massage Therapy
Need Financing? Contact Lakeview Credit Union
920-729-5100
Weekend schedule now ready - Call today.

Massage Workshop: 2 days of Giving & Receiving Massage: This workshop is for ANYONE interested in learning more about massage.
Great for friends, couples - everyone!
Upcoming Weekend
May 19-20, 2012
10:00am - 5:00pm both days

This is a fun, hands on class that is also relaxing and stress relieving

Why Fox Valley School of Massage?: Affordable tution.
WI State Approved (EAB)
Approved for National Exams
Training therapists for over 16 years
Great Job Opportunities
Great education!
Excellent Program that will help you achieve your goals.
Supportive, Team Environment.
Loans available with Lakeview Credit Union
Our Graduates get jobs
No hidden fees

Massage Clinic Openings: Appts available for table & chair massage
Tuesday evenings at 6:00 & 7:45PM
& Thursdays at 4:00 & 6:00PM
1hour table massage: $35, $30 for seniors
30min Chair massage: $20, $15 for seniors

Course Descriptions

Anatomy and Physiology: Anatomy and Physiology is the study of the body, its components and how they function. It is the study of how each of the systems work together to function as a whole. Students will study each of the body systems beginning with the integumentary system. Next they will learn the skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Additionally, the skeletal and muscular systems will be taught as a hands-on experience through a wide variety of teaching methods.
Massage Theory & Application: This course will cover the history and theory of massage therapy. The five strokes will be closely studied as well as the effects they produce. The theory of how massage causes these effects will also be studied. This course will then cover proper draping techniques, both through verbal instruction and hands on participation. After completion of draping techniques, the endangerment sites will be covered along with variations of each of the five strokes of massage. As students learn the routine, they will also be taught how to take a verbal intake as well as proper communication skills with clients. This course will have both lecture material and interactive, hands on learning time. Students will have ample time to practice the massage skills on each other during class allowing them to feel confident in their skills.
Anatomy & Kinesiology: Anatomy is the study of the structures of the human body while Kinesiology is the study of the movement of the human body. This course will involve an in depth study of the human musculoskeletal system as it pertains to the movement of the body and its parts. This class is taught as a lecture course as well as a hands-on course involving the students by tracing muscles as well as sculpting the muscles.
Medical Terminology: Medical Terminology is the language of science and medicine. Professionals who use anatomy and physiology need to have a standard terminology in order to communicate clearly and effectively. Medical Terminology is also the understanding of how words are formed in order to understand the definitions associated with each word.
Pathology: Students will study how disease affects the human body and what impacts can be made with massage. Students will learn how to discern whether a massage is indicated or contraindicated. If the pathological disorder is contraindicated, the students will learn how to determine what other health care professionals should be consulted to help the client.
Health History Forms: Health History Forms and SOAP Charting skills are imperative to Massage Therapists. Health History forms help massage therapists gain an understanding of the client’s health and needs. They provide the necessary information to aid the therapist in determining whether the massage is indicated or contraindicated as well the main problem / concern of the client for that appointment.
SOAP Charting: SOAP charting enables the massage therapist to keep an accurate record of the client’s response to massage by utilizing a universal system that incorporates both what the client tells the therapist and what the therapist may notice / palpate while working with the client. SOAP charting allows therapists to keep important information organized and clearly documented for each client and it is the tool we use to communicate with other health care practitioners.
Hydrotherapy: Hydrotherapy is an introduction to utilizing water as a source for increasing the body’s natural ability to recover from overuse or injury. This course teaches the students when it is appropriate to use ice, heat, sauna, steam, hot / cold showers and paraffin treatments.
Ethics & Communicable Diseases: This course will assist students in understanding the laws, rules, regulations, limitations and obligations concerning massage therapy. It will provide an opportunity and guidance in establishing a code of ethics as a massage professional. It will outline the acceptable behaviors and practices. This course will define professional hygiene and health habits for massage therapists. In addition students will explore and define the personal and professional definitions for Ethical Practices, Confidentiality and Integrity.
Nutrition: This course emphasizes not only the importance of good nutrition for the massage therapist, but also the importance of healthy food sources and food purity.
Reflexology: Students will be introduced to the basic technique of Reflexology and understand its theory that direct pressure applied to specific areas on the feet stimulates corresponding areas in other parts of the body. Students will also learn by hands on the techniques used to apply pressure to the feet such as thumb walking, finger walking, and hook and backup.
Aromatherapy: In this course students will learn how to use essential oils and carrier oils. They will learn how the oils can affect the mind and the body. They will learn the difference between natural and synthetic oils, the benefits of aromatherapy and how to use it in a massage practice.
Polarity Therapy: Students will be introduced to a systematic routine, involving touching rather than stroking. Using polarity, the therapist would either rest both hands in specific places, rock the body, or rhythmically press at various depths.
CPR / First-Aid: Each student needs to complete training in Adult CPR and standard first-aid.
Business and Professional Practice: Students will learn how to develop a business plan, market themselves and their profession, types of marketing strategies available, and which area is most beneficial for them to use in their practice. Additionally, there is an accounting lecture in which students will learn what receipts to keep, what is tax deductible, and what they will need to claim for their yearly taxes. Students will learn the ins and outs of taxes for the massage therapist.
Reiki: In this overview the students will be shown how Reiki is taught, learned, and practiced. There will also be a demonstration of a Reiki treatment to observe what takes place during a Reiki session.