At a Glance:
Advisor:Floyd: Bobby Lewis
Bobby Lewis, Program Director & Instructor of Neuromuscular Therapy
Office: H228B
Phone: 706-295-6434
Email:
Campus: Floyd County Campus
Department: Health Technologies, Neuromuscular
Credentials
M.A. The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; B.S., Shorter College; Certified Massage Therapist, New Life Institute; Neuromuscular Therapist, NMT Center
Neuromuscular Therapist (NMT3)
Offered at the Following Campus
- Floyd County Campus
Program Overview
The Neuromuscular Therapy program consists of a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the field of neuromuscular therapy. Learning opportunities develop academic and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Program graduates are to be competent in the general areas of humanities or fine arts, social or behavioral sciences, and natural sciences or mathematics. In addition, the program emphasizes specialized training in areas such as Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, myofascial release, postural analysis, identification of diseases and conditions, medical documentation, therapeutic stretching, and client care. Program graduates receive an associate of applied science degree (A.A.S.) in Neuromuscular Therapy, which qualifies them to take the national certification examination and apply for licensure in Georgia.
Length of Program: Minimum of seven (7) quarters (including pre-occupational curriculum)
Entrance Dates: Beginning of any quarter for pre-occupational curriculum. Spring quarter for occupational curriculum.
Entrance Requirements
Age: 17 years old for entrance into Health Technology pre-occupational curriculum
18 years old for entrance into Health Technology programs
Education: High school diploma or GED is required.
Assessment Results: Applicants must make minimum scores in reading, writing, and numeric skills on the GNTC Admissions Placement Test (ASSET/COMPASS) or on one of the approved entrance tests (ACT or SAT) to be admitted as regular students. Acceptable math and English courses may be used in lieu of an entrance exam for transfer students.
Program Final Exit Point: Neuromuscular Therapy Associate of Applied Science Degree. Graduates are eligible to sit for the national certification with NCBTMB and apply for Georgia licensure.
**General education courses listed on specific curriculum pages are those typically offered by the college. A student should see his/her advisor to discuss other options.**
Course Overview
Contact Hours
Credit Hours
Pre-Occupational Curriculum (44 hours)
5
5
Prerequisite: Program admission level language competency or ENG 098 and RDG 098. Explores the analysis of literature and articles about issues in the humanities and in society. Students practice various modes of writing, ranging from exposition to argumentation and persuasion. The course includes a review of standard grammatical and stylistic usage in proofreading and editing. An introduction to library resources lays the foundation for research. Topics include: writing analysis and practice; revision; and research. Students write a research paper using library resources and using a formatting and documentation style appropriate to the purpose and audience. (Replaces ENG 191 eff 200901) 03142009.
5
5
Prerequisite: ENG 1101. Explores the philosophic and artistic heritage of humanity expressed through a historical perspective on visual arts, music, and literature. The humanities provide insight into people and society. Topics include: historical and cultural developments; contributions of the humanities; and research project. (Replaces HUM 191 eff 200901) 03142009.
5
5
Prequisites: MAT 099 or MAT 1013 with a grade of "C" or better and required Posttest score or program ready status in Numerical and Intermediate Algebra Skills based on required placement test scores. This course emphasizes techniques of problem solving using algebraic concepts. Topics include: fundamental concepts of algebra; equations and inequalities; functions and graphs; systems of equations; optional topics including sequences, series, and probability; and analytic geometry.
5
5
Prerequisite: Program admission. This course emphasizes the basics of psychology. Topics include: science of psychology; social environments; life stages; physiology and behavior; personality; emotions and motives; conflicts, stress, and anxiety; abnormal behavior; and perception, learning, and intelligence. (Replaces PSY 191 eff 200903). 10082008
5
5
Prerequisite: Program admission level language competency or ENG 098. Introduces the fundamentals of oral communication. Topics include: selection and organization of materials; preparation and delivery of individual and group presentations; analysis of ideas presented by others; and professionalism. (Replaces SPC 191 eff 200903). 09182008
5
7
Introduces the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Emphasis is placed on the development of a systemic perspective of anatomical structures and physiological processes. Topics include: body organization; cell structure and functions; tissue classifications; the integumentary system; the skeletal system; the muscular system; the nervous and sensory systems. Laboratory experience supports classroom learning. (Replaces BIO 193 eff 200903). 10012008
5
7
Prerequisite: BIO 2113. Continues the study of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Topics include: the endocrine system; cardiovascular system; the blood and lymphatic system; immune system; respiratory system; digestive system; urinary system; and reproductive system. Laboratory experience supports classroom learning. (Replaces BIO 194 eff 200903). 10012008
3
5
Introduces a grouping of fundamental principles, practices, and issues common to many specializations in the health care profession. In addition to the essential skills, students explore various delivery systems and related issues. Topics include: basic life support/CPR, basic emergency care/first aid and triage, vital signs, infection control, and blood/airborne pathogens.
3
3
Introduces the elements of medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on building familiarity with medical words through knowledge of roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Topics include: origins, word building, abbreviations and symbols, terminology related to the human anatomy, reading medical orders and reports, and terminology specific to the student’s field of study.
3
5
Prerequisite: Provisional admission. Introduces the fundamental concepts and operations necessary to use microcomputers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include: computer terminology, introduction to the Windows environment, introduction to networking, introduction to word processing, introduction to spreadsheets and introduction to databases. (03102009)
Occupational Curriculum (59 hours)
5
7
Prerequisite: Program admission. The purpose of this course is to provide an advanced understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy so as to enable the student to better assess and treat client conditions. Topics include: bones; joints; terminology; and muscles by region.
5
7
Prerequisite: Program admission. This course provides an understanding of nervous and endocrine systems’ pathology to enable the student to better assess and treat client conditions. Topics include: nervous systems structure and function; assessment of Peripheral Nervous system (PNS); endocrine systems structure and function; communication of the neural and endocrine systems; nervous and endocrine pathology; and NMT Foundational Platform.
3
3
Prerequisite: Program admission. This course prepares students to identify general pathological conditions so as to be able to refer for medical attention or identify indications and contraindications for massage for specific body systems as stated: integumentary, circulatory and lymphatic, respiratory, gastrointestinal, urinary, and reproductive systems. Topics include: review of basic anatomy and physiology per body system; identification of pathologic conditions per body system; physiologic effects of manual therapies upon each body system; formation of a treatment plan; indications versus contraindications for treatment; dysfunction versus disease; and critical reading.
5
7
Prerequisite: Program admission. Provides student with knowledge and practice of basic skills necessary for maintaining a successful and responsible career as a Neuromuscular Therapist. This course prepares students in practical application for clinic by developing the proper skills necessary for interviewing clients, collecting data, assessment of data collection, developing patient care plan, and proper documentation. Topics include: history of massage and body work; professionalism; effective communication skills; documentation and charting; form a treatment plan utilizing assessment procedures; and critical reading.
6
12
Prerequisites: Program admission. This course lays the foundation for other neuromuscular courses as it provides the essential basic skills for soft tissue manipulations. Students will learn how to incorporate the basic Swedish strokes as well as integrate each body region into a full body treatment session. Topics include: therapeutic environment; client positioning, bolstering, and draping; endangerment sites; Swedish strokes per NCE; integrated routine; mobile practice; self care; and case study.
5
15
Prerequisites: NTT 100, NTT 103, NTT 105, NTT 116. Students begin providing supervised therapy services in the college clinic. Students will apply skills learned Students begin clinical reasoning and provide supervised therapy services in the college clinic. Students will apply skills learned in previous courses to interview clients; document assessment findings; discern indications and contraindications; develop and implement proper treatment plans; and deliver and evaluate effective Swedish and Deep tissue sessions for a minimum of three clients per week. Student will continue to utilize wellness essentials, evaluate client/therapist communication, and improve professional work ethic. This course also includes a community service component. Topics include: documentation; effective communication skills; effective treatment; preceptor shadowing; case study; community outreach; and self care.
1
1
Prerequisites: Program admission. This course will explore local and Georgia law as it pertains to the regulation and licensure of Massage Therapy. Also addressed are issues standards of practice and the Code of ethics per NCBTMB. Detailed ethical scenarios concerning the Therapist/Client relationship are also addressed. Topic include: State law (Georgia), local law, and ethics.
6
14
Prerequisites: NTT 101, NTT, 102, NTT 103, NTT 105, NTT 106. This course enhances didactic instruction of students in the techniques of neuromuscular therapy (NMT) as related to physiologic factors of pain such as Ischemia, Trigger Points, Postural Distortion, Neural Compression/Entrapment, Biomechanical Dysfunction, Nutrition and Stress in an attempt to restore and maintain a balance among the muscular, skeletal and nervous systems. Topics include: NMT foundational platform; NMT application fundamentals; indications and contraindications for treatment; muscles; NMT treatment per body region; self care and case studies.
3
5
Prerequisites: NTT 101, NTT, 102, NTT 103, NTT 104, NTT 105, NTT 106. This course provides practical application of adjunctive therapies to accompany NMT treatment in student clinic. Topics include: advanced assessment techniques; muscle lengthening techniques; thermotherapy; passive and active engagement, positional release techniques
3
4
Prerequisites: NTT 101, NTT102, NTT 103, NTT 105, NTT 106, NTT 109, NTT 114. This course is intended to be an overview of other adjunctive modalities. Further supervised study and training in these modalities is necessary for responsible therapy. Topics include: myofascial release overview; pregnancy massage; and lymphatic drainage.
3
9
Prerequisites: NTT 100, NTT 101, NTT 102, NTT 103, NTT 105, NTT 106, NTT 107, NTT 108, NTT 114, NTT 116, NTT 118. This course is an integration and review of didactic instruction in order to prepare students to take the National Certification Examination (NCETM/NCETMB) for Therapeutic Massage upon graduation. Students will be self directed in review of competencies of NCBTMB. Also, students will participate in simulated registry exams. Review topics include: anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology; massage application and assessment; pathology; professional ethics and business practices; clinical reasoning; and Eastern modalities.
5
15
Prerequisites: NTT 106, NTT 108. Students will continue clinical reasoning and provide supervised therapy services in the college clinic. Students will apply skills learned in previous courses to interview clients, document assessment findings, discern indications and contraindications develop and implement proper treatment plans, and deliver and evaluate effective treatment plan sessions for a minimum of three clients per week utilizing combined therapies of NMT routines, Swedish, and deep tissue. Student will continue to utilize wellness essentials, evaluate client/therapist communication, and improve professional work ethic. This course also includes a community service component. Topics include: documentation, advanced communication skills, effective treatment, preceptor shadowing, case study, community outreach and self care.
3
6
Prerequisite: NTT 100. This course provides an advanced understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy and pathology so as to enable the student to better assess and treat client conditions. There is an additional emphasis on the pathology of the musculoskeletal system and its implication for the patient treatment plan utilizing assessment procedures. Topics include: bones; joints; terminology; muscles by body region; and musculoskeletal pathology.
2
2
Prerequisite: Program admission. This course introduces the student to the theory of personal responsibility for health and wellness of the Neuromuscular Therapist and provides information and strategies that may be adopted for personal self care. Topics include: personal assessment; self massage techniques; proper body mechanics; personal stretching; and career specific conditioning.
2
2
Prerequisite: NTT 116. This course continues to develop the student in the theory of personal responsibility for health and wellness of the Neuromuscular Therapist and provides information and strategies that may be adopted for personal self care. This course provides the theory of self care, the practice and continued development of which is a competency in other courses taken throughout the program. Topics include: personal assessment; self massage techniques; proper body mechanics; personal stretching; and career specific conditioning.
2
3
Prerequisite: NTT 106, NTT 108, NTT 109. This course is designed to prepare students to develop professional leadership skills and maintain a successful practice as a Neuromuscular Therapist. Topics include: networking; business promotion; business management; start-up plan portfolio; and financial management.
