Textbooks needed for the 2020/2021 school year
Methods of instruction
Program of study main topics
Attendance
Uniforms
Tuition
Refund Policy
Student Financial Aid
- Mosby’s Essential Sciences for Therapeutic Massage 5thEd., (2017) by Sandy Fritz - ISBN # 9780323393058
- Tappan's Handbook of Massage Therapy Blending Art with Science Sixth Edition., by Patricia J. Benjamin- ISBN #978-0-13-408269-1
- Trail Guide to the Body (5th) By Andrew Biel by Kapit/Elson - ISBN # 9780982978658
- Trail Guide to the Body: Student Workbook 5th Edition- ISBN # 9780982978665
- Trail Guide to Movement: Building the Body in Motion- ISBN # 9780991466627
- The PalpationMapp® app provides a detailed high-definition visual guide.
- The AnatomyMapp® -- an interactive musculoskeletal anatomy application for your Android or Apple mobile devices.
- Check Books of Discover for even more educational products.
- The Anatomy Coloring Book by Kapit/Elson 4th Ed. - ISBN # 9780321832016
- Pearson's Massage Therapy Exam Review 5th edition by Jane S Garofano- ISBN # 978-0-13-274190-3
Methods of instruction
- Lecture
- Demonstration
- Hands-on experience
- Computer integration
- Project-based learning
- Guest speakers
- These courses encourage interactive learning and student participation through daily classroom practice and a student clinic.
- Frequent quizzes and skill assessment will measure progression.
- School day: 8:00am to 2:40pm
Program of study main topics
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Pathology and Contraindications
- Kinesiology and Body mechanics
- Professionalism and Business Practices
- History and Ethics
- Swedish/Deep Tissue/Myofacial
- Spa and Clinical modalities
Attendance
- The student is required to be on time and in class daily.
- The maximum number of absences may not exceed seven (7) days per semester.
Uniforms
- Gender-neutral polo shirts are to be worn daily, no jeans.
- The student-run clinic will require khaki style pants, dark comfortable shoes, and a JRTI logo polo shirts.
Tuition
- Tuition will be paid in full at the start of class.
Refund Policy
- There will be no refunds for the application fee, background check, physical, or drug screen.
- No tuition refunds after the 10th day of class. No refunds on textbooks or uniforms.
Student Financial Aid
- Fill out your FAFSA paper work at FAFSA.ed.gov and submit it to James Rumsey
- Contact the Student Services Coordinator for more information. Some organizations and services currently offering support are Vocational Rehabilitation, WIA, TAA, GI bill and Pell Grants may be available.
- ABMP (Association of Bodywork & Massage Professionals) student services have more opportunities for student aid,. Please check on-line at www.abmp.com.
