Meadowood Center

Kinesiology is a scientific study of human body movement which addresses physiological, biomechanical, and psychological mechanisms of movement. This course is a detailed, systematic hands-on study specifically designed for personal trainers and will incorporate both theoretical concepts and practical practice. Same as MASG 205.

This course provides a fundamental overview of human anatomy and physiology and is the second course of a two part series which will cover the nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic-immune, respiratory, digestive and urinary systems. Through a systematic and detailed progression, students will learn the basics of structure and function of selected organs and organ systems and how they interact with and support one another. This course will provide a solid base of theoretical and practical knowledge for personal trainers to apply in their career. Same as MASG 208.

This course provides a fundamental overview of human anatomy and physiology and is the first course of a two part series which will cover cell structures and functions, tissues and membranes, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system and special senses. Through a systematic and detailed progression, students will learn the basics of structure and function of selected organs and organ systems and how they interact with and support one another. This course will provide a solid base of theoretical and practical knowledge for personal trainers to apply in their career. Same as MASG 202.

This course provides total immersion into Pilates principles, Pilates exercises, communication methods and goal oriented training. Students will learn and practice anatomy, biomechanics, and their application to personal training strategies with an emphasis on client safety and communication. Students completing the required hours and passing the practical and written exams will be certified to teach standard reformer Pilates.

This course will provide extensive opportunity for students to put to practical use what they have learned in Fundamentals and modality classes and to organize a massage suited to the individual needs of various clients as they work in the TMCC Massage Clinic. Other major topics include reviewing ethics, scope of practice, the benefits and effects of, as well as the indications and contraindications for massage, proper body mechanics, massage techniques, therapeutic procedure, consultation, documentation, draping, sanitation, and Nevada law.

This course provides a fundamental overview of human anatomy and physiology and is the second course of a two part series which will cover the nervous, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic-immune, respiratory, digestive and urinary systems. Through a systematic and detailed progression, students will learn the basics of structure and function of selected organs and organ systems and how they interact with and support one another. This course will provide a solid base of theoretical and practical knowledge for massage therapists to apply in their career. Same as PTR 208.

Kinesiology is a scientific study of human body movement which addresses physiological, biomechanical, and psychological mechanisms of movement. This course is a detailed, systematic hands-on study specifically designed for massage therapists and will incorporate both theoretical concepts and practical palpatory anatomy practice. Same as PTR 210.

Review body systems and learn conditions within those systems as related to pathology. Understand which conditions or pathologies are indicated and contraindicated for massage therapy as covered by current professional standards. When massage is indicated, learn to identify what types of techniques are appropriate for each individual client.

This course provides a fundamental overview of human anatomy and physiology and is the first course of a two part series which will cover cell structures and functions, tissues and membranes, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system and special senses. Through a systematic and detailed progression, students will learn the basics of structure and function of selected organs and organ systems and how they interact with and support one another. This course will provide a solid base of theoretical and practical knowledge for massage therapists to apply in their career. Same as PTR 202.

This course will provide a thorough introduction to the theory and practice of massage therapy. Students will learn to organize a full-body massage suited to the needs of individual clients using both table and chair techniques. They will learn the classic massage movements of touch, effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, friction and joint movements. Other major topics include ethics; scope of practice; the benefits and effects of massage; indications and contraindications for massage; proper body mechanics; history of massage; draping; universal precautions of sanitation; client assessment procedures, consultation and documentation; licensure requirements; and Nevada laws.