Massage Therapy Admission Packet

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

Welcome to Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute. In this packet, you will find information about our Massage Therapy Program including costs, requirements, and details on how to prepare for your new career.

Caldwell Campus 2855 Hickory Blvd Hudson, NC 28638 828.726.2200

Watauga Campus 372 Community College Drive Boone, NC 28607 828.297.8120

Amy Swink Massage Therapy Program Coordinator Watauga Campus E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (828)726-2242 and (828) 297-3811

MASSAGE THERAPY COURSE

HEA 3021

This course is designed to prepare the student for the certification examination required for the North Carolina licensure application process. Through class work and practical “hands-on” training, students obtain a solid foundation for professional practice as a Massage Therapist. Upon successful completion of the course, the student is eligible to sit for the state exam and apply for state licensure in North Carolina.

Competitive Admissions:

Students, who successfully complete Massage Therapy training at CCC&TI, will receive two (2) points toward admission into the Physical Therapy Assistant program at CCC&TI

Educational Pathway Example:

Massage Therapy training > Licensure by examination > Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist

Estimated Hourly Earnings:

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics website ( www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes319011.htm), current mean annual wage is $44,950.

Employment Opportunities:

• Chiropractic offices • Home care agencies • Hospice • Hospitals • Medical offices • Retirement homes • Self-employment • Spas

FAQs

• Is massage therapy training required to become licensed in North Carolina? o Yes. The North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy (NCBMBT) requires an applicant to successfully complete a state approved training program consisting of a minimum 500 in-class training hours. • Once I complete the course, how do I become licensed? o To obtain a license application packet, download the "Application Request Form" located in the Document Center on the Board website at www.bmbt.org. Once completed, the form is to be mailed to the Board with a $20 application fee. o You are also required to pass the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) in order to be considered for licensure in North Carolina. • What paperwork is required for the MBLEx? o A completed application form and fee payment is required. No transcripts or letters are required. • Should I send transcripts to the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) to apply to sit for the exam? o No, CCC&TI will provide education records to FSTMB; however you must submit them to apply for state licensure. • What is the MBLEx application processing time? o Once your application is received, you will be notified by email within seven days. You will receive your Notice to Schedule; you will be allowed 90 days in which to take the exam. • How much does the MBLEx cost? o $195 • What websites can I go to for additional information? o North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy at www.bmbt.org o Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards at www.FSMTB.org • For additional information, contact: o www.cccti.edu > Attending CCC&TI > Corporate and Continuing Education, OR o E-mail [email protected]

• For Registration or Financial Aid Information please call: o Continuing Education and Workforce Development Hickory Boulevard Hudson, NC 828.726.2242 OR

o Watauga Instructional Facility Boone, NC, 28607 828.297.3811

Things to keep in mind:

Sponsorship If you are receiving financial assistance or sponsorship through an external partner such as WIOA or scholarship, you will need documentation from the partner stating what expenses they are covering. This will be placed on your account through our Business Office.

Supplies The Bookstore does not recommend buying any Continuing Education class materials early. You may find out you don't need or want to take the course, or the schedule may conflict with other classes. An instructor may be swapped out in your course, and use different course materials. Nurse Aide course documents are updated often and you do not want to have to purchase multiple items. If you buy your course document too early, it may not be compatible with the class you are enrolled in. Sometimes courses are delayed due to lack of students enrolled. The Bookstore does not want you to get stuck with a course material that you don't need. When in doubt, wait to make a purchase.

WlOA, Sponsorships and Scholarships:

1. You or the WlOA office must deliver your voucher to the business office prior to your bookstore visit. 2. You may charge your books two (2) business days before the class starts. 3. Bookstore employees normally have to call the business office while you are in the store in order for your money to be put in your account. 4. Credit cards: Visa or MasterCard cardholder must be present with photo ID. Bookstore cannot take someone else's card unless they are in the store and provide photo ID. 5. Checks: You may use someone else's check, but a bookstore employee must write your driver's license # on the check.

RESOURCES AVAILABLE

The Learning Resource Center (LRC) is located on:

• Caldwell campus: second floor E building. • Watauga campus: Watauga Instructional Facility.

Bookstore Refund Policies • Cash & Credit: 14 days from date of purchase with receipt. • Check: Wait 7 days for check to clear the bank, 7 days after that to refund with receipt. • WIOA, Sponsorships, and Scholarships: Two days from date of purchase with receipt. You must have prior approval from the business office to return items. Items must still be in resalable condition. Massage Therapy Course Cost

Registration $180.00 Campus Access fee $1.00 CPR Card $5.00 Malpractice Ins. $13.00

Sub-Total $199.00

MAY BE PURCHASED AT COLLEGE BOOKSTORE

Two (2) CCC&TI Patch ($1.85 each) $3.70 College ID (Bldg. E in Library Take Correct Change) $2.50 Sub-Total $6.20

DISCRETIONARY PURCHASE Textbooks ($560.00) Two (2) sets of scrubs (Royal Blue) One 1 pair closed-toe, closed heel, non-skid shoes. (Unable to step out of) *****CLOTH NOT ADVISED

Sub-Total $Varies STATE EXAM

MBLEX Exam $195.00

1. Prices are always subject to change. 2. For scrubs and shoes, you may want to visit Outfitters (828-394-4240). MASSAGE THERAPY ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

_____ 1. Health Services Orientation-Please call (828) 726-2242 or (828) 297-3811 for information regarding dates and times.

_____ 2. Reading Placement Test—within the last five years (acceptable scores):

TABE: 10 SAT: 300 ASSET: 39 CPT or Accuplacer: 70 NC_DAP 098 Enhanced ACT: 16 COMPASS: 73

______3. Records may be obtained from the last school attended or current/past health care providers and must include:

• DPT (3-5 doses) • Td (tetanus) / Tdap (1 every 10 years) • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) (2 doses/ positive blood titer) • Influenza (flu) (1 dose annually) • Varicella (chicken pox) (2 doses or blood titer=/>1.09) • Tuberculin /TB skin test (TST) (current result w/negative reading of Hepatitis B series (3 doses) OR Declination

_____ 4. High School Diploma/High School Equivalency/or College Transcript

_____ 5. Photo ID (government issued; current, name must match social security card)

_____ 6. Social Security Card (signed; name must match photo ID)

_____ 7. Malpractice insurance (required by the first day of class)

_____ 8. Completed Certification of Fitness form to attend Massage class

_____ 9. Completed Admission Packet

_____10. Meet with Coordinator/Instructor who will contact you after receiving completed packet.

_____11. Must be 18 years of age.

For questions regarding immunizations, the student should contact his/her healthcare provider for his/her recommendation of need, based upon age, health concerns and current CDC guidelines. If there are special considerations, the provider must document the need on letterhead or office stamp for validation.

MASSAGE THERAPY (HEA 3021) Course

Class/Lab/Clinical Hours: 654 hours Instructor: ______Office No: ______Office Phone / Email: ______Office Hours: ______

Student handbook and college catalog are available online at the following web addresses:

http://www.cccti.edu/Catalog/Default.asp http://www.cccti.edu/Documents/CurrentEditions/StudentHandbook.pdf

COURSE TITLE Massage Therapy

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course is designed to prepare the student for the certification examination required for the North Carolina licensure application process. Through class work and practical “hands-on” training, students obtain a solid foundation for professional practice as an entry level Massage Therapist. Upon successful completion of the course, the student is eligible to sit for the certification exam and apply for state licensure in North Carolina.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:

• Student must provide instructor a correct personal e-mail address and cell phone number. Students must update this information if changes are made. • Students must contact Disability Services at 828-726-2716 or 828-297-2185 ext. 5239 on or before the first day of class if you have a disability and need special accommodations. Students must provide the instructor in writing of any accommodations that they are eligible to receive. • Sponsored students should contact their WIOA advisor to get instructions for payment of the MBLEX Exam.

COURSE LENGTH

Lecture/Lab: 654 hours

TEXTBOOKS

• Will be provided in class.

CCC&TI challenges students to be learners who assume responsibility for being a part of a community of scholars. Student's presence and participation in the classroom is an important component of this challenge. It is each individual student's responsibility to be accountable for their actions, their study habits, and their performance. Therefore, each student is expected to adhere to the following:

DRESS CODE:

• Dress in the appropriate attire required in class/lab/and clinical. (CCC&TI I.D. badge, royal blue scrubs with CCC&TI patch, closed-toe non-skid shoes.) Uniforms should be laundered, pressed, and in good repair and appropriate in length (not dragging the floor, etc.) • Keep fingernails short, clean, and with clear polish only. • Keep hair up off the collar at all times during lab and clinical. • Bathe and be free from body odor and to avoid strong perfumes or colognes. • Not wear ring(s) with a set that is able to scratch or rip skin. • No tongue, nasal or other body jewelry (except a single pair of stud earrings) are allowed. • Tattoos must be covered up while in the clinical setting.

ATTENDANCE:

• This is a 654 hour-seated class and each student is expected to attend class/lab/clinical for the entire required hours. • If possible, notify your Instructor in the event that an emergency happens and you must miss class/lab/clinical prior to the beginning of your assigned class/lab/clinical time. • If student has an emergency and misses any time during clinical, the student is responsible for planning for make-up and then notifying the Instructor. • Students are expected to be ready to start class at the class assigned start time and remain for the entire class time. • Adhere to break time(s) as set by Instructor. • It is the student’s responsibility to get with the Instructor to make-up any missed work (book, laboratory, skills, exams, etc.)

USE OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES • Cell phones and other electronic devices are not permitted in the classroom, laboratory or clinical settings. • Students may not share any class/college information on social media. This includes photos of classmates and instructors. • Students should abstain from posting any embarrassing, threatening, or harassing statements on any social media. Remember future employers may check social media prior to hiring potential employees.

CLASS/LAB/CLINICAL PARTICIPATION AND EXPECTATIONS

• Suspected use of alcohol, illegal drugs or being under the influence of drugs which impacts a student's ability to function in a normal capacity will be addressed by and is subject to class dismissal per college policy. • Students must bring required materials and equipment to each class/lab/clinical session. • The use of profanity and tobacco products in the class/lab/clinical setting is prohibited. • Disruptive, disrespectful, or insubordinate behavior is prohibited. • Cheating, copying or sharing information (questions) on any exam, test, or quiz will result in a grade of zero (0) for that exam, test or quiz and the student will be referred to Student Services. • Students must maintain proper, professional, and respectful conduct/behavior in the classroom/lab/clinical settings. • Students will refrain from any open displays of prejudice, harassment, or discrimination against any person or persons. • Students will work towards performing all skills correctly and safely in the class/lab/clinical setting. It is the student's responsibility to ask for guidance from the instructor in all situations that the student is not trained to handle and in all situations in which the student feels uncertain of his/her abilities. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR CLINICAL SETTING

• Students will not disclose confidential information about the college, its employees, its students or any patient(s) or resident(s) at any clinical site(s). • Students will abide by all the policies of CCC&TI and all the policies of the clinical facility assigned. • Students will adhere to parking regulations at clinical sites. • Students will maintain all patient dignity and ensure all patient rights are honored. • Students will communicate appropriately and effectively with patients/residents, patient's families, their instructor, fellow classmates and other care team professionals in the clinical setting. • Students may be required to have a criminal background check and/or drug screen at some clinical sites.

In order to begin this application process, please complete all forms in their entirety. Due to limited space, only 16 students are accepted into each program. Therefore, it is very important to complete all components of the admission process and return the packet in a timely manner to: Continuing Education Department at: 2855 Hickory Boulevard, Hudson, NC 28638 Faye A. Broyhill building (H) OR 372 Community College Drive, Boone, NC 28607 Attention: Amy Swink, Program Coordinator

Completed packets are accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Incomplete packets will not be accepted. For specific packet questions, please call 828.726.2242.

PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: Print legibly using black ink.

Complete the contact information below:

Last Name ______First Name ______Middle Initial ______

Address (Home/Street) ______(PO Box) ______

(City/State/Zip) ______/ ______/ ______

Contact Numbers (Home) ______(Cell) ______(Other) ______

The following CHECKLIST should be used to help assure the completeness of the packet. All components must be completed in their entirety with supporting documentation.

_____ Corporate & Continuing Education Student Application/Registration form Complete front and back, sign and date

_____ 18 years of age

_____ Photocopy of Official Social Security Card (original, signed card) – name must match photo ID

_____ Photocopy of Government issued photo ID – name must match Social Security card

_____ Copy of High School Diploma or High School Credential

_____ Official Transcripts showing highest education level attained

_____ Certificate of Fitness to Attend Massage School form

_____ Childhood immunization records o DPT (3-5 doses) o Td (tetanus) / Tdap (1 every 10 years) o Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) (2 doses/ positive blood titer) o Influenza (flu) (1 dose annually) o Varicella (chicken pox) (2 doses or blood titer=/>1.09) o Tuberculin /TB skin test (TST) (current result w/negative reading of

_____ This packet is COMPLETE!

Student signature: ______

Date: ______

CERTIFICATION OF FITNESS TO ATTEND MASSAGE SCHOOL

This form must be signed by a licensed physician, nurse practitioner, or physician’s assistant attesting to the student’s physical and mental well-being. This statement of good health is also required as part of the application to take the licensure examination, upon successful completion of the massage therapy program.

I have examined student, ______, on the date of ______and certify that in my professional judgment, this student is capable of performing all requirements of the Massage Therapy Training Program at Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute, with the following restrictions.

______None

______Restrictions are specifically listed below:

(1) ______

(2) ______

(3) ______

Signed: ______(Physician signature)

MD’s printed name: ______

Office address: ______

______

Phone number: ______

Fax number: ______

Date: ______

Signature or Clinic Stamp REQUIRED:

______Signature of Physician/Physician’s Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Date

______Print Name of Physician/Physician’s Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Area Code/Phone Number

______Office Address City State ZIP Code

HEPATITIS B VACCINATION WAIVER OR CONSENT WAIVER

I understand that close personal contact with individuals may increase my risk of acquiring the hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection.

By initialing and signing this form where appropriate, I acknowledge that I have read the information provided regarding HBV and have had adequate opportunities to ask questions regarding the material, and I agree to its content.

Select one statement below to initial and then print and sign your name, date this document and return to your instructor.

______I decline the hepatitis B vaccination at this time. Initials I understand that I continue to be at risk for contracting this disease but hold Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute harmless should I contract the disease. Should I decide to receive the HBV vaccination series while participating in a health course through CCE, I will notify my instructor and clinical supervisor and will provide documentation of the vaccine(s) when given.

______I have previously received the series. Initials I will present proof of immunization.

______I am currently receiving the series. Initials I will submit proof of immunization at the time received.

______I am immune to hepatitis B. Initials Antibody testing (titer) has revealed immunity.

______Hepatitis B vaccine is contraindicated for medical reasons. Initials I have attached medical documentation.

______Print name

______Signature

______Date

The following supplies will be needed for Massage Therapy:

1) 2 sets of royal blue scrubs: Scrubs must be worn at all times and you will need to be in your scrubs on the first day of class!

2) 1 pair of closed-toe non-skid black shoes

Do NOT buy any massage equipment until the instructor goes over the tools of the trade on the 2nd or 3rd class. That way you are an informed/educated buyer.

Text books:

Title Author ISBN

Massage Therapy Principles and Practice 6th Susan Salvo 9780323581288

Myology and Kinesiology for Massage Therapist Cindy Moorcroft 9781582558011

Massage Connection: Anatomy & Physiology Premkumar 9780781759229

Trail Guide to the Body 5th Edition Andrew Biel 9780982978658

Orthopedic Assessment in Massage Therapy Whitney Lowe 9780966119633

Pathology for Massage Therapist 4th Ed. Susan Salvo 9780323441957

NOTE:

1. MBLEx Fee Increase Effective April 1, 2020 (https://www.fsmtb.org/)

2. The Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) is increasing the Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) fee from $195 to $265 beginning April 1, 2020.

3. There is a $20.00 application fee for the application packet.

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

Continuing Education and Workforce Development Health Care Orientation Completion

The Continuing Education department uses the TABE Reading Survey. These assessments are offered during your orientation session. The assessment will take approximately 25 minutes. Please make sure that you stay long enough to receive your scores. If you test and score below the cut score for your program, you will be allowed to retest once. If you still fail to place above the cut score for your program, you will have the opportunity to attend reading improvement classes before testing again and should discuss these classes with a Transitional Studies advisor. Once you have successfully completed the assessment, you will have the information that you will need to proceed further. Student must provide a Photo ID before testing.

Student Information

First______Middle______Last______

Street Address______

City______State______Zip Code______

Student Program ______

Office Use Only

Reading Placement Test Score

The above student has the reading placement score listed below:

TABE (10): ______

SAT (300): ______

ASSET (39): ______

CPT or Accuplacer (70): ______

NCDAP (098): ______

Enhanced ACT (16): ______

COMPASS (73): ______

Authorized Signature______Date______

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute Continuing Education and Workforce Development Health Care Orientation Completion

Student Information

First______Middle ______Last______