Curriculum
Body Mechanics
Benefits and Contraindications
Reflexology
Musculoskeletal Pathology
Sports Massage
Seated Massage
Professional Ethics/Boundaries
Herbology
Pregnant/Side-lying Massage


Anatomy/Physiology and Pathology - We believe it is of paramount importance that the
student has an understanding and awareness of the human body and its' functions in order to
apply their massage therapy skills effectively and professionally; therefore, the
Anatomy/Physiology and Pathology portion of the program is college level, and emphasized.

Massage Therapy and Related Skills - Our goal is to assist the student to become a skilled
professional practitioner of massage therapy. To accomplish this, we teach a strong foundation
of Swedish Massage, applying intermediate and advanced tissues. We then incorporate the
more technical skills to address deep tissues, individual muscles and specific conditions.
Additional forms of body work are also introduced, encouraging the student to integrate these
techniques to create their own style.

Lymphatic Massage
Business Practices
Aromatherapy
Hydrotherapy
Postural Analysis
Myofascial Massage
Introduction to Thai Massage
Introduction to Acupressure
Guest Lectures and Demonstrations
Carlson College of Massage Therapy - 11809 County Rd. X-28 - Anamosa, IA - 52205 -
319-462-3402
Our Focus:

Our only focus is massage
therapy.
Our Mission:

Is to educate/train
students to become
professional
practitioners of
massage therapy.