Guiding Light Course Outline
Western Massage Theory and Technique
(185 Hours)
Western Theory
· Integrated Medicine (14.5 hours)
· Historical Overview (10 hours)
· Specialized Massage Techniques (6 hours)
· Effects, Benefits & Indications (6 hours)
· Contraindications/Precautions & Endangerments (10 hours)
· Sanitary & Safety Practices (2 hours)
· Pharmacology & Massage (5 hours)
· Massage in Spa Setting (5 hours)
· Massage in Medicine (6.5 hours)
Western Technique
· Swedish (41.5 hours)
· Pregnancy Massage (5 hours)
· Myofascial Massage (24 hours)
· Hydrotherapy (24 hours)
· Spa Modalities (6.5 hours)
· Craniosacral (12.5 hours)
· Therapeutic Aspects (6.5 hours)
Western Anatomy & Physiology
(135 Hours)
· Overview (1.5 hours)
· Cells & Tissues (17.5 hours)
· Anatomical/Terms (3 hours)
· Integumentary System (Skin) (7 hours)
· Skeletal System (Bones) (17.5 hours)
· Musculoskeletal System (Muscles) (26.5 hours)
· Nervous System (13 hours)
· Circulatory System (10 hours)
· Lymphatic System (4 hours)
· Immune System (3 hours)
· Respiratory System (6 hours)
· Endocrine System (10.5 hours)
· Digestive System (7 hours)
· Excretory & Urinary (5 hours)
· Reproductive System (2 hours)
· Final Exam (1.5 hours)
Western Pathology & Medical Terminology
(50 Hours)
· Definition & Terminology of Pathology (3 hours)
· Physiological Changes During Disease (4 hours)
· Healing Mechanism of the Body (6 hours)
· Integumentary (Skin) System (4 hours)
· Skeletal (Bones) System (8 hours)
· Musculoskeletal (Muscles) System (6 hours)
· Nervous System (6 hours)
· Circulatory System (4 hours)
· Lymph & Immune System (1 hour)
· Digestive System (4 hours)
· Reproductive System (3 hours)
· Final Exam (1 hour)
Western Assessment and Therapy Plans
(35 Hours)
· Consultation/ SOAP Charting (12 hours)
· Assessment Skills (13 hours)
· Therapy Plans (10 hours)
Professional Ethics and Business Practices
(50 Hours)
· Definition & Code of Ethics (2 hours)
· Boundaries (4 hours)
· Therapeutic Relationship (6 hours)
· Ethical Touch (4 hours)
· Ethical Business Practices (4 hours)
· Basic Business Practices (4 hours)
· Start-up Costs for Independent Contractors (17 hours)
· Business Operation & Management (4 hours)
· Business Plan (1 hour)
· Community Service Project (3 hours)
· Final Exam (1 hour)
Eastern Massage Theory and Technique
(115 Hours)
· Historical Overview & Perspective (4 hours)
· Energetics of Healing (14 hours)
· Indian Massage & Bodywork Practices (8 hours)
· Aromatherapy (12 hours)
· Integrative Reflexology Foot Massage (18 hours)
· Basic Theory of Chinese Medicine & Terminology (20 hours)
· Chinese Meridians & Accupoints (18 hours)
· Japanese Practice of Shiatsu Bodywork (18 hours)
· Eastern Final Exams (3 hours)
Heartsaver First Aid / CPR
(10 Hours)
· Heartsaver First Aid (4.5 hours)
· Heart Saver CPR (4.5 hours)
· Written Test (1 hour)
Elective Course Options
(Each at 20 hours)
· Option 1: Aromatherapy Massage & Bodywork (20 hours)
· Option 2: Spa Bodywork Treatments (20 hours)
· Option 3: Vibratory Endermatherapie™ (20 hours)
· Option 4: Inspirational Touch Therapy (20 hours)
· Option 5: Integrated Energy Therapy (20 hours)
Clinical Application
(115 hours)
· Swedish Massage (35 hours)
· Therapeutic Massage (65 hours)
· Hot/Cold Stone Therapy (15 hours)
