Aug 06, 2026  
2026-2027 Academic Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Academic Catalog

MASS 1350 - Massage Therapy Law and Ethics


Credits: 3 Lecture: 3 Lab: 0

Massage Therapy Law and Ethics is a comprehensive course that equips students with a thorough understanding of legal and moral considerations essential to massage therapy practice. Through an exploration of state and federal laws, students examine licensure requirements, client confidentiality, and scope of practice regulations. Emphasis is placed on ethical principles such as beneficence and autonomy, as well as the importance of maintaining professional boundaries and interdisciplinary collaboration. Additionally, students learn strategies for selfcare and burnout prevention. Through case studies and interactive activities, students apply legal and ethical principles to real world scenarios, ensuring readiness to uphold professional standards and navigate challenges with integrity.

Prerequisite: None

Course Classification: T