Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to provide relief and improved health and well-being to clients through the application of manual techniques for manipulating skin, muscles, and connective tissues. Includes instruction in Western (Swedish) massage, sports massage, myotherapy/trigger point massage, myofascial release, deep tissue massage, cranio-sacral therapy, reflexology, massage safety and emergency management, client counseling, practice management, applicable regulations, and professional standards and ethics. Is Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services the right major for you?
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Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services Major

What Courses Do Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.