Next Class Starts Sept 8

Pathology

Advanced pathology course covering diseases, symptoms, progression, medical treatments, and massage indications and contraindications.

Prerequisites

No prior experience in bodywork is required.

Age Requirement

Minimum age: 18 years or older

Course Description:

This course builds on ‘Physiology’, and you will learn about health conditions and imbalances as well as diseases and their signs and symptoms. You will explore the etiology and progression of such pathologies, the standard medical approach to diagnosis and treatment, and the indications and contraindications for massage.

Prerequisites: Physiology

Course Objectives: At the completion of the course, students will know and be able to:

This course builds on ‘Physiology’, and students learn about health conditions and imbalances as well as diseases, and their signs and symptoms. You will explore the etiology and progression of such pathologies, the standard medical approach to diagnosis and treatment, as well as the indications and contraindications for massage.

Career Outcomes

Employment Opportunities

Work in spas, wellness centers, clinics, or start your own practice.

Freelance & Business Potential

Offer home services, build a client base, or open your own studio.

Income Growth Opportunities

Earn through client sessions, service packages, and repeat bookings.

Employment Opportunities

Work in spas, wellness centers, clinics, or start your own practice.

Income Growth Opportunities

Earn through client sessions, service packages, and repeat bookings.

Freelance & Business Potential

Offer home services, build a client base, or open your own studio.

Employment Opportunities

Work in spas, wellness centers, clinics, or start your own practice.

Freelance & Business Potential

Offer home services, build a client base, or open your own studio.

Income Growth Opportunities

Earn through client sessions, service packages, and repeat bookings.

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