CATALOG - Ohio College of Massotherapy

OHIO COLLEGE OF
MASSOTHERAPY
TOUCH YOUR FUTURE
CATALOG
2015-2016 Academic Year
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Ohio College of Massotherapy
225 Heritage Woods Drive
Akron, Ohio 44321
(330) 665-1084-Fax: (330) 319-7733
WWW.OCM.EDU
APPROVED BY THE STATE MEDICAL BOARD OF OHIO,
STATE BOARD OF CAREER COLLEGES AND SCHOOLS
REGISTRATION #98-07-1495T,
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION,
AND BUREAU OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION.
APPROVED BY THE OHIO STATE APPROVING
AGENCY FOR THE TRAINING OF VETERANS.
The Ohio College of Massotherapy is accredited by the Accrediting
Commission of Career Schools and
Colleges ACCSC.
2101 Wilson Blvd, Ste 302, Arlington, VA 22201
Www.accsc.org
The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges is
listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a
nationally recognized accrediting agency.
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MASSOTHERAPY
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Table of Contents
ACCREDITATIONS AND APPROVALS
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ADMISSION PROCEDURES
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THE OCM DISTINCTION
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STUDENT SERVICES
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
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FINANCIAL AID
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ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY
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ACADEMIC POLICY
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COURSE REGISTRATION
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MASSAGE
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OCM ONLINE
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DISLOSURE INFORMATION
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ADMISSION PROCEDURE
If you are interested in enrolling in our program, call the college to set up an appointment for a personal interview. The
purpose of this interview is to review information about the school, answer any questions you may have, and receive a
tour of the facilities.
After the interview, you will receive the necessary forms to complete for enrollment in our classes. All forms must be
completed prior to the first day of classes.
The following must be on file prior to beginning classes:
1.
Application
2.
Copy of your high school transcript or GED.
3.
Photograph (passport size).
4.
Tuition Payment or Down Payment (if applicable).
5.
State of Ohio Student Disclosure Form
6.
Signed enrollment agreement.
7.
Signed financial agreement.
We reserve the right to deny admittance in our program to any person whose medical history or behavior would make it
inappropriate to enter our program.
We do not discriminate against anyone for reasons of race, creed, gender, age, and religion or national origin.
Published July 2015
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THE OCM DISTINCTION
Ohio College of Massotherapy is uniquely positioned to
serve the education and training needs of working adults.
The college provides students with unprecedented convenience and flexibility while ensuring consistent, high quality
programs and services .
History
The Ohio College of Massotherapy, Inc. was originally founded in May 1973 as Buckeye College of Massotherapy, a
non-profit, higher education institution. The name was changed to Ohio College of Massotherapy, Inc. in April 1984.
In November 1996, the college moved to its current location to meet the growing demand for highly skilled massage
professionals.
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Quality education. The quality and reputation of our educational programs is highly regarded and class sizes
are small to ensure students receive individual attention.
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Outstanding faculty. Each faculty member is a skilled professional committed to providing each student with
a quality education.
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Convenience.
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Financial aid.
available.
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Class schedules that fit your lifestyle. Classes are held from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. to accommodate your
scheduling needs.
The College is conveniently located in close proximity to Interstate 77- an easy drive for students residing in Medina, Cuyahoga, Summit, Stark, Geauga, Lorain, Ashland, Lake, Wayne, Portage, Carroll,
Tuscarawas, Holmes counties, and beyond.
Our knowledgeable and helpful financial aid department can explain the many sources of aid
Mission Statement
The mission of the Ohio College of Massotherapy is to provide students with high-quality degree and diploma programs with an emphasis on excellence in teaching and service to working adults.
To accomplish this mission, the school operates ethically, professionally, and respectfully toward individuals and seeks
to consistently present, in the highest degree, the education, morals and ethics of massage therapy and its allied fields.
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STUDENT SERVICES
Objectives
1.
Prepare students for the MBLex exam which
is required for Ohio Licensure.
2.
Prepare students in the associate degree program for careers as professional Licensed Massage
Therapists who may enter the work force with specialized fields of practice and a superior level of business
understanding.
3.
Prepare students in the diploma program for
careers as professional Licensed Massage Therapists
who may enter the work force as entry level massage
therapists or who may open their own practice.
The Ohio College of Massotherapy offers programs and services to
assist and support you through all stages of the educational experience. At the Ohio College of Massotherapy, we desire to help you
achieve your academic goals by providing the following student
services:
Student Services: Students in need of academic advice
should see the instructor involved. Our faculty is dedicated to
meeting students’ needs and handles each request in a caring and
professional manner. You will find that our entire staff is willing
to help you as you enter school, throughout your time with us, and
after you graduate. School representatives are on staff to provide
information about chilcare, bus schedules, housing, job and volunteer opportunities.
Placement Assistance: A Licensed Massage Therapist will
find that with the recent growth in health and wellness there are
many opportunities available in this field. Opportunities are expanding with the growing interest in massage shown by the public.
4.
Offer previously Licensed Massage Thera- Students and alumni interested in placement assistance are encourpists the ability to upgrade to a Massage Therapy- aged to contact student services for a detailed listing of employment opportunities. A bulletin board located in the student class
Associate of Applied Science Degree.
hallway contains a listing of current job opportunities and may be
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Prepare students to perform massage proce- mailed or emailed to students and alumni. A school representative
dures competently and safely within the scope of Mas- also informs students by email of specific job opportunities when
sotherapy, and with an awareness of the physiological, one becomes available in his/her immediate location.
psychological, and ethical aspects associated with mas- Some opportunities that are available to Licensed Massage
sage therapy; in addition to studies specific to special- Therapists are:
ized fields of study.
6.
Prepare students to utilize the most highly
developed principles of massage to bring relief from
suffering, encourage healing, and maintain optimum
health in the human body.
7.
Prepare students to pursue opportunities to
update knowledge and skills for further development
in personal and professional growth.
* Self-employment
* Massage Therapy Clinics
* Chiropractic Offices
* Orthopedic Surgeon Clinics
* Hospitals
* Physical Therapy Clinics
* Nursing Homes
* Retirement Centers
 Sport’s Medicine Clinics
* Ski Resorts
* Resort Hotels
* Salons
* Health Spas
* Cruise Ships
* YWCA’s & YMCA’s
* Private Clientele
* Stress and Rehab. Centers
* Hospice
8.
Prepare students to have the skills necessary Students with Disabilities
for managing a private practice and/or working under OCM is equipped to accommodate students with physical
the supervision of licensed professionals.
and intellectual disabilities. Any student with a disability
should report it to the Director of Administration upon enrollment so we may notify instructors and advise the student
of resources available to him/her.
While Ohio College of Massotherapy cannot guarantee
employment for its graduates, it has active placement
assistance available. Ohio College of Massotherapy offers
assistance to students whenever possible in obtaining
employment after graduation.
Additional Student Services
Literature featuring childcare, bus schedules, apartment guides,
seminar announcements, school bulletins, externships, newsletters,
and further education opportunities are located in the Student
Services area in the library. Information is updated regularly and
students are encouraged to visit Student Services as needed.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION FINANCIAL AID
The Ohio College of Massotherapy is pleased to be able to offer advanced level courses in massage. Workshops are held throughout
the year and are available to students currently enrolled, alumni, and
licensed massage therapists.
Many of the courses offer advanced certification and are designed to
advance the field of massage therapy.
The Ohio College of Massotherapy strives to
provide financial assistance to students who
otherwise could not afford to attend college.
The Financial Aid Office is staffed with experienced and helpful professionals who can
assist you in analyzing your particular situation and determining appropriate avenues for
financial aid.
The following is a brief list of some courses offered:
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Precision Neuromuscular Therapy
Myofascial Release Techniques
Infant Massage
Manual Lymph Drainage
Sports Massage
Contact the school for a listing of additional advanced coursework
offered at the College.
Among the many sources of aid available to
Ohio College of Massotherapy students are
Federal Pell Grants and SEOG Grants, William D. Ford Federal Direct Subsidized and
Unsubsidized Loans, and Alternative Student
Loans. An award year is 900 clock hours in
length. Financial aid is available to those who
qualify.
The college offers interest-free payment
plans which allows students to pay tuition and
fees in equal installments instead of one lump
sum.
Tuition costs and additional information is
located on inserts in the back of this catalog.
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ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY
CONDUCT
TRANSFERRING STUDENTS
Students attending Ohio College of Massotherapy are expected to conduct themselves as persons who are training to
become professionals. Most important among these expectations is the need for mutual respect, honesty, and confidentiality. Mutual respect means following all the rules and
regulations of the College, in addition to the following:
Students who have been attending another massage school
but have not yet completed their training may apply to Ohio
College of Massotherapy as a transfer student. They will
have a personal interview with an OCM representative who
will make a decision based on the comparibility and applicability of courses at OCM and state guidelines of Ohio.
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Students who have credits which may be transferable from
other Universities or Colleges, should make an appointment
with Administration to have their transcripts reviewed. The
Ohio College of Massotherapy will only transfer credits for
courses taken within the previous ten years and completed
with a “C” average or above. Official transcripts must be
supplied for approval. Transfer courses must be equivalent
in clock hours and the courses must be comparable to specific courses taken at OCM. OCM may request course descriptions if comparability is not specific.
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Acting with and treating staff, faculty, and fellow students with courtesy and consideration.
Attention to instructors while in class and avoiding excessive noise and distractions that may impede the ability of the teacher to convey material and/or to impede
the ability of students to receive instruction.
Confidentiality is very important in Massage Therapy, both
between client and therapist, and among therapists. Students
are expected to treat information about other students as
confidential.
Any student who attends class under the influence of drugs
or alcohol or who has unlawful possession, distribution or
use of illegal substances will be brought for disciplinary
action or expulsion. Theft, lying, disrespect of staff, instructors, or fellow students, either physically or verbally, will
not be tolerated and may lead to disciplinary action or expulsion.
CLASSROOM PROCEDURE
A. No Smoking in front of the building.
B. Students must wear acceptable attire during school
hours and adhere to applicable dress code.
C. Food may be eaten in designated areas only.
D. Students are responsible for damage to school property
due to misuse.
E. Students may not bring visitors to class.
PERSONAL HYGIENE
All students are expected to take responsibility for personal
hygiene while they are in school. Areas of consideration
include good grooming, cleanliness, clean and appropriate
clothing, and short fingernails. It is recommended that the
use of perfumes and colognes be limited since multiple fragrances can be overpowering. Use appropriate products to
avoid the smell of smoke on your breath and hands.
VETERANS WHO TRANSFER OR ENTER
OUR PROGRAM
A student who will be attending the College under the Veterans’ Approval Program will have their previous training
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ATTENDANCE/TARDINESS POLICY
Attendance is based on the mandatory completion of
required clock hours for the associate degree program
and diploma program, as well as the completion of the
minimum required clock hours. The staff keeps attendance in both academic and hands on courses. All students will be contacted by administration upon missing
any class. If a student misses two consecutive classes in
the core curriculum or general education courses he/she
will be dropped from that specific class unless proper
documentation of an extenuating circumstance is supplied. At that time, the documentation will be reviewed
by the Director of Administration for approval. Students
in Diploma Programs are required to make up all hours
prior to graduation. Any student that has not attended
classes for 14 consecutive days will be considered
dropped from the program. The student can be reinstated
by signing a new Enrollment Agreement and paying the
fees associated with starting the program.
Attendance in Clinic Courses is mandatory. Missing two
classes in any semester clinic course will result in failure
of the class, no exceptions.
SNOW DAYS
On snow days, when there is a question as to the cancellation of classes, the student can watch several local television stations, listen to local radio stations for listings
of school closings, or see the closing on the internet.
Another option is to call the school at (330) 665-1084.
All class lessons missed due to inclement weather must
be made up. During winter, a list of participating radio
and television stations is posted in Student Services and
throughout the school.
ACADEMIC POLICY
GRADING POLICY
All students must earn a passing grade of 70% in core curriculum courses and a passing grade of 65% to 70% in the general
studies in order to graduate.
Core curriculum is defined as being Anatomy, Physiology,
and Massage Classes. Students are regularly quizzed and
tested throughout each semester. Homework and quizzes for
the entire semester count for one-third of the grade, mid-term
exam counts as one-third the grade, and finals given at the end
of each semester count as one-third the grade (exception:
Intro. to A&P, State Science Review).
General Studies classes are defined as all other subjects outside the core curriculum. Students are regularly quizzed and
tested throughout the course with a 65% or 70% passing requirement.
In addition to the written examinations, each student will be
required to pass practical examinations designed to ascertain
his/her ability to perform skills associated with being a Massage Therapist.
Grades are recorded on the following basis:
95-100 3.78-4.0
70-74
2.78-2.97
90-94 3.58-3.77
65-69
2.58-2.77
85-89 3.38-3.67
Below 65 <2.57
80-84 3.18-3.37
Incomplete I
75-79 2.98-3.17
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MAKE-UP POLICY
A student who is absent from class is required to make up all
assignments, quizzes, tests, and reports that correspond to
that class. Students must complete all make up work in the
time specified by the instructor and no later than the last day
of the semester or the student will receive a failing grade for
that assignment, quiz, test or report.
Weekend Workshops may receive an incomplete grade until
the workshop is offered again, but must be made up at the
next class offering. All weekend workshop absences must be
approved by administration prior to the absence.
Clinic Rotation, Spa Massage Techniques, and Advanced
Clinical Applications have specific attendance and make-up
procedures. Students will be given a copy of such procedures
at the beginning of the semester.
Any hours missed by a student in other areas of study can be
made up on an hour-to-hour basis. The student may make up
time by attending the class at another scheduled time or by
completing a project assigned by the instructor. Students
should consult their instructor to make up hours. Students
may not make up hours during tests.
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MASSOTHERAPY
Students are permitted to make-up two quizzes during the
course of each semester. Additional make-ups may be allowed in case of an emergency or medical excuse at the discretion of the instructor. Once final exams on any subject
start, there will be no make-up given on previously scheduled quizzes, or midterm exams.
SATISFACTORY PROGRESS POLICY
To maintain eligibility for Title IV funds, a student must be
making satisfactory progress according to the following
standards:
Progress will be measured every semester and prior to the
disbursement of aid. These same standards apply to all students.
QUALITY: A student must maintain a cumulative average
of 70% in the core curriculum courses, 65% in general
studies courses, and 70% in student workshops.
TIME FRAME: A student must complete the program
within 1 1/2 times the normal length of the program.
EXAMPLE:
Clock/Credit Hours in Program x 1.5= Maximum Time
Frame
COMPLETION RATE
The student must complete 66.67% of the attempted credits.
Completion rate will be checked every two semesters. If the
student is unable to complete the program in the allotted
time, he/she will be dismissed from that program.
SPECIAL GRADING CIRCUMSTANCES
A. Incomplete-Grades of “I” are counted as credits attempted but not completed. A grade of “I” is changed
to a zero if the work is not completed in the specified
time, the “0” will be calculated as part of the students
grade point average.
B. Repetitions-When a course is repeated the grade for the
repetition will replace the old grade and be calculated in
the GPA. Repeated courses are used in the calculation
of grade point average, time frame, and completion rate.
C. Withdrawals are calculated in two ways:
a) If a student withdraws within the first two
weeks of instruction, the student’s grade point average will
not be affected and the course will be counted in the
student’s school completion rate and time frame as attempted but not completed.
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b) If a student withdraws after the first two weeks
of instruction or fails to attend any class session but does not
formally withdraw from the course, the course will be
counted in the student’s school completion rate, time frame
and grade point average.
C) If a student fails to meet Satisfactory Academic
Progress, the student will be put on academic probation.
(see page 10—Probation Policy)
APPEALS
These same standards apply to all students.
A student who wishes to appeal withdraw grades may do
so through the appeal procedures outlined as part of the policy. Students may only appeal two times during their academic career at Ohio College of Massotherapy.
A student will be dismissed after six weeks by the school
when it becomes clear that he/she is unable to satisfactorily
acquire the knowledge and skills required for massage therapy and make Satisfactory Academic Progress.
After four weeks of attendance, the student will be notified
in writing that a personal conference will be required with
the Supervising Instructor and the Director of Education to
discuss needed improvements. The student will be given
two weeks to display improvement. If the improvement is
not displayed, a written dismissal will occur, unless the Director feels conditions exist that warrant probation.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENT
Academic requirements for all programs require the student
to attain a 70% average or above in the core curriculum, a
65% in general education courses and 70% in student workshops.
TRANSCRIPTS
Ohio College of Massotherapy shall provide a transcript to
the student upon appropriate request, and upon fulfillment
of monetary obligations. Please call the school for charges/
procedures related to transcripts.
CLOCK HR./CREDIT HR. CONVERSION
The Ohio College of Massotherapy measures degree programs in semester credit hours. The conversion for the general and technical courses is 15 clock hours and 30 homework hours to one credit hour. The conversion for lab is 30
clock hours to one credit hour. One clock hour equals sixty
Mmin minutes with fifty minutes of uninterrupted classroom/lab instruction.
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ABSENCE AND LEAVE POLICY
An absence will be recognized for the following reasons;
personal illness, death in the immediate family, or jury
duty. If the student misses more than 20% of the program the student will lose VA educational benefits.
Interruption of course time is discouraged, however, in
emergency situations an interruption may be unavoidable.
This can be discussed with the Director of Administration
and Director of Education. Thirty days is the maximum
length of time that any student is allowed for leave of
absence. If a leave of absence is extended beyond thirty
days, the student will be placed on inactive status and
considered to be withdrawn from the college.
The student may re-enroll in the program; however, he/
she will be required to pay the current rate of tuition and
fees. If a student takes a leave of absence, he/she will be
responsible for making up all class time, tests,
assignments, quizzes, and homework missed while on
leave, prior to graduation. A request for a leave of
absence must be submitted in writing prior to taking the
leave. Only one leave of absence may be taken .
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
A student who is withdrawing from the program should
schedule an interview with Admissions
prior to
withdrawal. During the interview, the student will be
asked to sign a statement for his/her file indicating the
reason for and date of withdrawal. If unable to attend an
interview, the student should send a letter to the college
stating the reason for withdrawal. If written notification
is not received, the last date of actual attendance by the
student will be considered the termination date when
computing refunds.
PROBATION POLICY
A student may be put on probation due to not fulfilling
academic requirements (not maintaining SAP at any point
in the program), financial requirements (not making required student payments), and failure to follow dress code.
Students who fail to meet financial or academic requirements, will be sent a letter informing him/her of the date
of probation and the requirements to end probation (i.e.,
grades, tuition, late fees, and bookstore charges). Financial and academic probation is 30 days in length. Once
requirements are met, the student will receive a letter from
the school stating the date they are considered off probation.
Students not meeting dress code requirements will be
sent home and will not receive credit for any hours that
particular day. Dress code probation is for that day only.
Repeat Dress Code violations may result in further extended probation.While on probation the student will not
receive credit for but is encouraged to attend classes so
as not to miss lecture.
A student on academic probation must perform
satisfactory work according to the grading policy within
30 days of probation date. If satisfactory progress is not
met, the student will be dropped from the program. A
student who is on probation for financial reasons can be
dropped from the program if financial requirements are
not met. A student who is on probation for dress code
requirements has until their next class day to adhere to
the regulations. Students cannot take quizzes or exams
while on probation (exception: academic probation).
There are no extra charges or fees when making up any
hours that have been lost while on probation. Quizzes
and exams can be made-up after probation is lifted.
Appeals to the above policy will be determined on a case
by case basis and should be addressed to the Director of
Education.
DISMISSAL POLICY
Students are expected to follow school policies and
procedures. Their behavior should be positive, responsible,
and professional. It is rare that a student must be dismissed
from our program. Reasons for dismissal include, but are
not limited to:
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Failure to comply with school policies.
Failure to make agreed upon tuition payments.
Failure to make satisfactory progress requirements.
Cheating on an examination.
Attending class under the influence of drugs and/or
alcohol.
Using or distributing illegal substances or controlled substances.
Taking and/or using school property without permission.
Disruptive behavior.
Physical or verbal abuse toward a staff member,
classmate, or client.
Improper sexual behavior toward a staff member,
classmate, or client.
Inappropriate dress.
REINSTATEMENT POLICY
A student dismissed from Ohio College of Massotherapy
can appeal his or her dismissal by submitting a letter of
petition to the Director for reinstatement. The Director
will determine whether or not the student will be
reinstated after a personal interview and discussion with
the student.
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MASSOTHERAPY
The student will submit in writing assurance that the
behavior, which caused dismissal, will not be repeated.
If a decision is made to reinstate the student, he/she will
be placed on active status. All tuition payments owed
must be paid before the reinstatement.
COMPLAINT POLICY
A student who has a complaint regarding classroom
procedure, grades or attendance should first discuss the
grievance with the instructor. If the problem is not
satisfactorily solved, an appointment should be made to
discuss the complaint with the Director of Education. Any
other complaints should be discussed with the Director of
Administration, then the Director of the school. A student
may set up an appointment to talk with the Director by
seeing the Director of Administration.
STUDENT COMPLAINT/GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
Schools accredited by the Accrediting Commission of
Career Schools and Colleges must have a procedure and
operational plan for handling student complaints. If a
student does not feel that the school has adequately
addressed a complaint or concern, the student may consider
contacting the Accrediting Commission. All complaints
considered by the commission must be in written form, with
permission from the complainant(s) for the commission to
forward a copy of the complaint to the school for a response.
The complainants will be kept informed as to the status of
the complaint as well as the final resolution by the
commission.
Please direct all inquiries to Accrediting Commission of
Career Schools and Colleges, 2101 Wilson Blvd. Suite 302,
Arlington, VA 22201. A copy of the commission's complaint form is available at the school and may be obtained by
contacting the Director of Administration or can be located
at www.accsc.org.
STATE BOARD OF CAREER COLLEGS
AND SCHOOLS
Problems or complaints may be directed to the State Board
of Career Colleges and Schools – (877) 275-4219. Their
address is 30 East Broad Street, Suite 2481, Columbus,
Ohio 43215-3414.
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COURSE
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION
Registration is the process of enrolling in and paying for a
course. Students are encouraged to register either in person
or by mail prior to the first class meeting in order to assure
enrollment in the class requested by course reservation.
COURSE CANCELLATION
Every effort is made to run all courses included on the
course schedule. However, occasionally it is necessary to
cancel a course because of insufficient enrollment or other
unforeseen circumstances.
In the event a course is cancelled, the student is encouraged
to attend that course on another scheduled day or seek assistance from an Admissions Representative.
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MASSAGE
The Ohio College of Massotherapy’s massage programs
combine a unique blend of hands-on experiences with the
latest academic theories. We continually change the curriculum to meet the changing needs of the health care
industry. With the help of advisory committees of health
care professionals, we regularly evaluate and modify our
program to satisfy the needs of health care facilities and
the community.
All programs are measured in either credit or clock hours
and individualized program information and lengths are
located in the insert pocket at the back of the catalog.
therapy with the knowledge supplied in a traditional massage program coupled with general studies courses geared
directly to the field of massage. The specialized curriculum
provides the student the opportunity to take the State Medical Board of Ohio Licensure Examination and to have the
skills necessary to manage a private practice or work in a
supervised setting. Students of the degree program receive
specialized training in specific treatment modalities to utilize the most highly advanced knowledge in massage to
bring relief from suffering, encourage healing, and maintain
optimum health in the human body.
According to various sections of Ohio Law and certification/
licensure board regulations, persons convicted of a felony or
misdemeanor related to alcohol/drugs may not be able to take
licensure or certification examinations, may be refused licensure, or may have restrictions placed on their ability to practice.
MASSAGE THERAPY-LEVEL ONE
For more information, please contact the Director and/or the
DIPLOMA
applicable licensure/certification board.
Massage is a rewarding career that combines education
and clinical experience with compassion to assist people
in obtaining and maintaining optimum health both physically and mentally.
COURSES
The diploma program meets the minimum requirements
of the State Medical Board of Ohio. The students enrolled in the diploma program are equipped with the necessary hands-on massage skills and academic teaching in
anatomy and physiology to enable the students to take the
State Medical Board of Ohio Licensing Examination and
enter the workforce as entry level massage therapists or
who are capable of opening their own practice. Students
utilize the most highly developed principles of massage to
bring relief from suffering, encourage healing and maintain optimum health in the human body.
MASSAGE THERAPY– ASSOCIATE OF
APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAM
The College graduated its first associate’s degree class in
March 2000. This program draws students from throughout
the state as the medical community continues to demand the
training provided by the associate degree
The degree program at the Ohio College of Massotherapy
enables a student to pursue a rewarding career in massage
The Core Curriculum courses offered at the college include
(but are not limited to) the following:
Massage I
A survey of the field of massage with an overview of holistic health. Particular attention will be paid to the classical
techniques of massage. Students will gain proficiency in the
theory and techniques of massage as presented by Kellogg.
Massage II
Continued study into the applications of massage with special attention given to contraindications, endangerments,
hydrotherapy, and other complementary bodywork systems.
Proper charting, record keeping and documentation is introduced.
State Massage Review
Students will be informed and practice in the theory and
techniques of massage as presented in Kellogg. Preparation
for the Limited Branch portion of the State Medical Board
Examination.
Clinic Rotation
This course introduces the student to the clinic and their
responsibilities while in a clinic setting. The principles of
therapeutic communication, positioning, draping, and record
taking will be reinforced. Student will demonstrate proper
massage techniques and massage sequence.
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MASSOTHERAPY
Spa Massage Techniques
An introduction to massage techniques/services provided in
spas throughout the country with students demonstrating
these skills on public clientele.
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social cognition, attitude change and influences on behavior.
Advanced Clinical Massage
Students will review and practice skills from Open Clinic
and Spa Massage Techniques classes in a clinical setting on
each other and on public clientele.
Psychology of Health
The impact of behavior, cognition, and affect on biological
function and dysfunction is examined from theoretical and
practical perspectives. Stress and coping styles, behavioral
medicine, lifestyle choices, and habit control are among the
topics considered in relation to prevention and treatment of
disease.
Open Clinic Rotation
Students will utilize the skills previously taught in Clinic
Rotation and demonstrate these skills in a clinical setting on
public clientele.
Oral/Written Communication
This course is designed to help the student develop effective
speaking and writing skills to enhance communication with
patients and other healthcare professionals.
Outcome Based Therapy
Students will further refine massage skills utilizing the applications of Swedish massage and other advanced modality
training received.
Ethics
Basic principles will be taught from the code of ethics for
health care professionals; including medical law, ethics and
bioethics, as it applies to the profession of Massage Therapy.
Anatomy and Physiology I-II
A series of courses devoted to producing an intricate and in
depth understanding of the workings and framework of the
human body and the individual systems.
Business
This course will provide the student with the exposure to
basic business topics. The course will cover the basics of
starting and operation a small business. Topics include the
fundamentals of finance, money management, as well as
the basic principles of marketing and bookkeeping.
Kinesiology I-II
A series of courses devoted to producing the understanding
of the scientific study of human movement, performance and
function by applying the sciences of Biomechanics, Anatomy, Physiology, and Neuroscience.
State Science Review
Reinforcement and review of all previously learned aspects
of Anatomy and Physiology. Preparation for the Science
portion of the State Medical Board Examination.
The General Studies courses offered at the college include
(but are not limited to) the following:
College Skills for Success
This course will introduce and emphasize the skills necessary
to succeed in college. Through written, oral, and interactive
methods, the course will focus on reading for comprehension,
basic writing organization, and effective study habits.
General Psychology
Broad survey course covering topics such as research methodology; biological basis of behavior, sensation and perception, motivation and emotion; learning and memory; development; intelligence; personality; and mental disturbance.
Social Psychology
The examination of an individual’s response to social environment and social interaction process. Social perception,
attitude formation and change, affiliation and interpersonal
attraction, altruism, group processes, and nonverbal behavior
applications of social psychology, impression formation,
Neuromuscular Therapy
This course teaches a direct hands-on method to relieve
musculoskeletal pain. Students are taught techniques to
increase muscular range and function, balance the structural planes of the body, and reduces excess neuromuscular compression, sustained pressure on trigger point area
or deep gliding to increase specificity. Measurement and
assessment tools are stressed throughout the course.
Myofascial Release
This course teaches how to identify, manipulate and release myofascial tissue. The importance of understanding
the relationship between posture, emotional attitudes, and
myofascial tissue is stressed. A complete Myofascial
Release Massage involving all areas of the upper and lower body will be highlighted.
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ONLINE
INSTRUCTION
WHAT IS DISTANCE EDUCATION?
Distance Education is education designed for students
who live at a distance from the teaching institution. It is
enrollment and study with an educational institution
which provides lesson materials for individual students.
Presented in sequential and logical order, the instruction
is offered wholly or primarily by distance education,
through electronic media. It may also make use of video
tapes, audio recordings, facsimiles, telephone communication, and the internet through e-mail, and Web-based
delivery system.
The Ohio College of Massotherapy’s Online program
utilizes both synchronous and asynchronous learning
modes in the distance education programs. It is complete
with live lectures, instant e-mail, and two-way audio.
The online courses are rich in technical content with a
high level of interactivity using effective multimedia elements. They are developed with strict academic and pedagogical rigor to address different cognitive styles and
provide genuine educational value to the students.
The synchronous, that is real time, learning mode coupled
with the Internet’s streaming multimedia and interactivity, will deliver the multimedia content to create a learning environment that enables rewarding interchange between student and teacher.
OCM ONLINE
A division of
The Ohio College of
Massotherapy
The advances in computer and communication
technology have affected all aspects of our lives, your
education at the Ohio College of Massotherapy is no exception. With that in mind, the College is pleased to offer
an online education environment.
If you elect online training, which will enable
you to study whenever and wherever you want, you must
agree to complete Residential Intensives. This is the portion of the program which will satisfy the hands-on training requirement. Residential Intensives are held on Campus so trips to the College will be necessary.
The online learning division, called OCM Online
uses sophisticated software that is user friendly. In addition, OCM has elected to provide additional software to
enable our faculty to communicate via audio links.
There are two prerequisites for taking online
courses. One is to complete our assessment form to examine your readiness to study via distance education. The
second is to demonstrate a minimum level of proficiency
with computers and the internet. Deficiencies in this area
can be easily remedied.
Call today for a free catalog and assessment
form :
This program is approved by the State of Ohio Board of Career Colleges
and Schools Registration # 98-07-1495T.
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OHIO COLLEGE OF MASSOTHERAPY
IMPORTANT DISCLOSURE INFORMATION
The Ohio College of Massotherapy is pleased to provide you with our catalog. We hope that you will find it
informative. If you should require additional assistance, please feel free to contact our office at 330-6651084. Our entire staff is dedicated to student service and will be pleased to answer any questions you may
have.
Enclosed you will find information as it pertains to Clock Hours, Clock Hour/Credit Hour Conversion, Tuition
Costs, Financial Aid Information, Refund Policy, College Calendar, Gainful Employment and Program Disclosure Information and a Staff Listing. For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of
students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at
www.ocm.edu.
For comparable program information related to tuition, fees and program length, please contact ACCSC at
2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302, Arlington, Virginia, 22201 (703)247-4522.
Complaint Policy
A student who has a complaint regarding classroom procedure, grades or attendance should first discuss the
grievance with the instructor. If the problem is not satisfactorily solved, an appointment should be made to
discuss the complaint with the Director of Education. If unable to resolve this problem, complaints should be
discussed with Director of Administration. If still unable to solve this problem, complaints should be made to
the Director. A student may set up an appointment to talk to the Director by contacting the Director of Administration.
Student Complaint/Grievance Procedure
Schools accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology must have
a procedure and operational plan for handling student complaints. If a student does not feel that the school has
adequately addressed a complaint or concern, the student may consider contacting the Accrediting Commission. All complaints considered by the commission must be in written form, with permission from the complainant for the commission to forward a copy of the complaint to the school for a response. The complainant
will be kept informed as to the status of the complaint as well as the final resolution by the commission.
Please direct all inquiries to Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, 2101 Wilson Blvd.
Suite 302, Arlington, VA 22201. A copy of the commission’s complaint form is available at www.accsc.org.
State Board of Career Colleges and Schools
Problems or complaints may be directed to the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools – (877) 275-4219.
They are located at 30 East Broad Street, Suite 2481, Columbus, Ohio 43215-3414.
The Ohio College of Massotherapy invites
you to visit our 23,000 square foot facility located
at 225 Heritage Woods Drive, Akron, Ohio. The
College was completed in 1996 and was built exclusively for massage. Work areas and classrooms are well ventilated for maximum comfort.
Restaurants and motels are located within walking
distance of the college. There is ample parking
provided and the College is located on a major bus
line for the convenience of our students.
The College is equipped with massage
tables, massage chairs, linens, oils, video viewing
equipment, slide, and overhead projectors,
body support systems, student computers, bolsters,
charts, anatomy models and skeletons.
In addition, the maximum class size is thirty six students to ensure a positive individualized
learning environment.
CONTACT THE SCHOOL:
(330) 665-1084
FAX: (330) 319-7733
WWW.OCM.EDU
225 HERITAGE WOODS DRIVE
AKRON, OHIO 44321
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