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2016/2017 Program Catalog
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Adrian School of Massage LLC 117 East Maumee Street, Adrian, MI 49221
5177595040 // 5179204960 [email protected] www.adrianschoolofmassage.org
ASM Catalog Date: August 10, 2016
General Contact INformation
Adrian School of Massage LLC Our Location and Mailing Address We are located downtown Adrian on the same block as the Croswell Opera House. We share a building with other businesses, and occupy the basement level. When coming to visit, we recommend parking in the Croswell parking lot off of Toledo Street.
Adrian School of Massage LLC 117 East Maumee Street Adrian, MI 49221
General Phone Number This is the phone number to dial when using extensions. If an extension is not used, it will go through to our Office Phone Number.
5177595040
Office Phone Number 5179204960
Fax Number Our faxes come through using an online service. We’re happy to help if you experience any difficulty in reaching us this way.
5177595040
Email Address [email protected]
Website www.adrianschoolofmassage.org
Facebook Page fb.com/adrianschoolofmassage
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Contacting Our faculty
All faculty extensions use ASM’s General Phone Number: (517)7595040
Faculty List Name/Title Contact
Christy Gagneur, LMT Founder/Director/Instructor/SC Supervisor
Extension: 2 [email protected]
Annette Dupuie, LMT Instructor/SC Supervisor
Extension: 701 [email protected]
Erica Knight, LMT Instructor/SC Supervisor
Extension: 702 [email protected]
Kendra Brion, LMT Instructor/SC Supervisor
Extension: 704
Kathleen Davis, DPT Instructor
Extension: 705 [email protected]
Colleen Myers, LMT Instructor/SC Supervisor
Extension: 703 [email protected]
Ashley Wallace, LMT SC Supervisor
Extension: 706
Bart Vermilya, R.Ac Instructor
Victoria Kimbrell, LMT SC Supervisor
Extension: 708
Prema Lindsey Smith, LMT Instructor
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Our Enrollment Process We require prospective students to complete our enrollment process to be considered for our program. We accept enrollment applications up to 12 months in advance. Requirements:
● Applicants are asked to be in adequate physical and mental health for the demands of a career in massage and bodywork. (Those with mental or physical limitations are asked to contact the main office to discuss if ASM’s program is right for them.)
● We ask that all students have completed (or be in the process of completing) their high school diploma, GED, or an equivalent diploma by the start of class.
● To ensure the integrity of this profession, we ask that applicants be of good moral character and conduct. (This includes exemplification of qualities such as honesty and respect for all people.)
For questions regarding enrollment, or to set up a school tour, please contact: 5177595040 x2. To complete ASM’s Enrollment Process , be sure to…
1. Submit your enrollment application online , in person, or by mail. (A paper form is available on pages 4 and 5 of this catalog.)
2. Pay the enrollment fee. ($25 in advance or $50 if paid less than 30days before
the start of an intended program class).
3. Have a copy of your high school transcripts mailed (or emailed) to our office. We review applications for enrollment in the order they were received. If the class for which you applied is full, you will receive priority in the next available class. If your application is denied, you will be refunded any fees paid with the exclusion of $25 remaining nonrefundable from the enrollment fee. ASM reserves the right to cancel or postpone a class if it does not meet our minimum attendance requirement. Enrollment fees may be paid via check, cash, card, or paypal .
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ASM - Enrollment Form I am applying for…
▢ September 20___ Weekday Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays 3pm6pm, Wednesday 9am5pm
▢ February 20___ Weeknight Schedule: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 6pm 10pm
Student Information… Full Name: ___________________________________________ DOB: ___________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
City: ___________________________________ State: ____________ Zip: ________________
Primary Phone #: ________________________ Secondary Phone #: ______________________
Email: ________________________________________________________________________
Current Occupation: _____________________________ Employer: ______________________
Work Phone #: __________________________ Address: ______________________________
City: ___________________________________ State: ____________ Zip: ________________
Supervisor: _________________________ Supervisor’s Phone #: ________________________
Please list any health concerns the staff at ASM should be aware of: _______________________
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In Case of Emergency… Contact # 1.
Contact Name: _______________________________________________________________
Relation: ______________________ Contact Phone #(s): ______________________________
Contact # 2.
Contact Name: ________________________________________________________________
Relation: ______________________ Contact Phone #(s): ______________________________
Completed Education… School: ___________________________________________ City: _________State: ________
Dates Attended: ____________________________ Phone #: ____________________________
Degree/Certification(s): __________________________________________________________
School: ___________________________________________ City: _________State: ________
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Dates Attended: ____________________________ Phone #: ____________________________
Degree/Certification(s): __________________________________________________________
Please list any prior training/experience/certifications in a massage or health related field: _____
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Other… Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? (If so, please explain below)
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How did you hear about Adrian School of Massage? ___________________________________
Personal References… Please list at least 3 character references.
1. Name: _______________________________ Reference Phone #: ______________________
2. Name: _______________________________ Reference Phone #: ______________________
3. Name: _______________________________ Reference Phone #: ______________________
Essay… Please attach an essay of at least 150 words stating why you would like to attend Adrian School of Massage and/or become a massage therapist.
We look forward to reviewing your application! By signing below, I state the information attached is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. (Submitting intentional falsified information may result in denial or expulsion from the program) _________________________________________________________ _________________ (Signature) (Date) ASM reviews applications for enrollment in the order they were received. To complete your application, please submit the enrollment form, enrollment fee, and have a copy of your official transcripts sent or delivered to our office. If the class for which you applied is full, you will receive priority in the next available class. If your application is denied, you will be refunded any fees paid with the exclusion of $25 from your enrollment fee.
ASM reserves the right to cancel or postpone a class if it does not meet our minimum attendance requirement.
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Tuition & Fees
Full Tuition Students needing financial assistance may apply online , or contact our office for more information on the financing/payment options we offer.
$7,100
Enrollment Fee *$25 of which is nonrefundable.
$25 in advanced. $50 if paid within 30days of start of program.
Payment Plans/Savings Annual Payment Tuition paid in full before start of class 5% Discount Semi Annual Payment 50% paid before start of school, 50% paid by half point 2% Discount 12Month Payment Plan Tuition balance prorated to a monthly EFT No Discount
Financial Aid/Creative Financing
To apply for financial aid or creative payment options, please visit the following link or make a request to our office for a paper application: www.adrianschoolofmassage.org/financialaidapplication
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Other costs to consider
Be sure to review our required supply list on pg. 16 for additional costs to consider, however most students find they already own many of the items on our supply list. Other costs to consider include the following (Please note, fees may vary from state to state.)
License Related Fees The below fees may be expected (by nonASM entities) in regards to obtaining a Michigan massage license.
Examination Fees $195 (MBLEx) Licensing Fee $95 (Michigan Licensing Fee) Other Related Fees $75$200 (amount may vary) Professional Massages Received ASM requires students to receive at least 2 professional massages each trimester. Massages may be received by any professional legally practicing in their jurisdiction.
Professionals Received $45$75+/hr (ASM program requirement – 2 per trimester.) Tutoring (may not apply to all students) If a student’s attendance is less than required hours, tutoring will be necessary to meet graduation requirements. Additionally, students may utilize tutoring if assistance for their grades/performance is needed. Tutoring costs are paid at time of service.
Tutoring $25/hr
Suggested Purchase
Students are not required to purchase any large equipment such as a massage table or a chair however having their own may be a nice convenience and a good investment in the future.
Massage Table (Estimate) >$300 Massage Chair (Estimate) >$200
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Attendance Regular Attendance Adrian School of Massage expects students to be present for all program hours, however Adrian School of Massage allows for the following accommodations... Each trimester, students are permitted up to 7 hours of absence. Any additional absence must be accompanied by appropriate documentation and a 150 word essay explaining the reason for absence. If an absence exceeds 10 hours in a given unit, the student will be required to either defer the unit (see pg. 10) or make up the hours via tutoring in the amount of $25/hr (paid to the tutor at the time of service). Arriving to class more than 10 minutes after the assigned time will result in the use of 1 hour of absence. Unless previously arranged with an administrator, arriving to (or leaving from) class more than 60 minutes after the class has begun will result in the use of 3 hours of absence. All partial absences must be approved in advance by an ASM administrator. For questions regarding attendance, please contact Annette. Ext. 701 Weather Emergencies Afternoon and evening classes will continue as scheduled unless notified by ASM. Morning classes will follow the rulings of the local school districts. (ASM will follow the cancellation schedule of Adrian High School). Students may petition the rulings of their presiding school district. For any other cancellations or emergencies, students will be contacted via email. Personal Illness/Family Emergencies In the event of absence due to family emergencies or for medical reasons in excess of 7 hours per trimester, students may need to schedule a meeting to discuss a beneficial resolution. *All students are subject to absence(s) upon reparatory dismissal.
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Grading
A cumulative passing grade of at least 75% (GPA) is required for each trimester. If a student’s scores are less than passing for a given unit, it is the FULL RESPONSIBILITY of the student to request assistance/extra credit from an ASM faculty member. All manual and practical tests must receive a passing grade of at least 75%. If a student does not pass a test, he or she must contact their instructor (or an administrator) to schedule a time to retake the test within 10 days of the original testing date. If a failing student’s GPA cannot be rectified within 30 days of a completed unit, he or she will be asked to defer or resign from the program.
Credit for Past Training
ASM may accept credit for appropriate training from a licensed school, college, or university that was completed within the previous 3 years. Students must then test out of the intended unit with a score of at least 90%. The following units may be available to test out of: Anatomy and Physiology, Skeletal Anatomy, Muscular Anatomy, and Kinesiology. All other units will be required unless training was completed exceeding ASM’s required hours at a massage therapy school that meets the requirements of the Michigan state board of massage therapy. Students testing out of units will be credited the amount of $10 per unithour to their base tuition owed. Credit for past training must be requested prior to completing a financial aid application. Please submit your request for past credit in writing to the school director.
Behavior Full respect of all ASM staff, students, and visitors is both expected and appreciated. ASM instructors and administrators reserve the right to dismiss disrespectful or inappropriate students at their discretion. Dismissed students are subject to ASM’s attendance guidelines (see pg. 8). Students may petition wrongful dismissal with an administrator within 30 days of the occurrence. ASM reserves the right to expel a student due to highly inappropriate or illegal behavior while attending our program, as it is our highest priority that ASM be a safe environment for all students, staff, and visitors.
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Program/Unit Deferral
Students choosing to defer portions of their program must submit a request for deferral in writing and set up a meeting to discuss an appropriate class schedule with an administrator. A onetime fee of $50 will be assigned for a single unit (maximum of two units), or a partial program deferral fee of $250 (nonrefundable) will be assigned for deferral into the next program class. Students must complete their deferred program within 7 months of their original program graduation date.
Reentrance Students wishing to reenter after resigning from our program must go through the enrollment process again to be considered for reentrance into the next program class. Previous students who completed units at ASM within the last 3 years may then test out of previously completed portions of the program if they wish to do so. Scores for testing out of a unit must be at least 85%.
Refund Policy In the event of a student withdrawing from the program, ASM allows refunds for tuition paid in excess of $15/program hour of the units the student has begun or completed. Students must submit a request for refund in writing to begin the refund process. If a student is in attendance for any portion of a program unit, they may not be refunded any amount from the unit as a whole. However, units the student has not yet begun may be refunded in part if their tuition payments are in excess of the units they have attended. A $75 fee will be assessed at time of refund to cover processing. Students may expect their refund to be processed in full within 60 days of their written request..
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Licensing Information To become a Licensed Massage Therapist in the state of Michigan, individuals must pass an approved test. ASM will provide study resources and study options for the MBLEx. For more information on the MBLEx, please visit: https://www.fsmtb.org/mblex To view the Michigan Massage Therapy Licensing guide, please visit: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/lara/Massage_Therapy_517642_7.pdf
Placement Program Adrian School of Massage has an ever growing list of relations with potential employers in the Lenawee area. Our job board is exclusively available to all graduates and alumni. For special questions or requests, please contact our office: 5179204960
Work Credit Hours Students utilizing work credit hours as tuition assistance must complete ASM’s work credit hour agreement form. Additionally, students not utilizing ASM’s work credit assistance program may also complete up to 10 work credit hours in exchange for credit in ASM’s School store. All work credit hours must be properly documented within 24 hours of completing a work credit activity.
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Program Outline
*Total Supervised Hours: 785 HRS Theory, Assessment, & Application (295 HRS)
● Therapeutic/Swedish (64 HRS) ● Reflexology (14 HRS) ● Prenatal (20 HRS) ● Chair (10 HRS) ● Geriatric (10 HRS) ● Oncology (15 HRS) ● Pediatric (15 HRS) ● Myofascial Release (45 HRS) ● Neuromuscular Therapy (55 HRS) ● Sports (27 HRS) ● Alternative Therapies & Other Modalities (20 HRS)
Body Sciences (168 HRS)
● Anatomy & Physiology (78 HRS) ● Skeletal Anatomy (21 HRS) ● Muscular Anatomy (45 HRS) ● Kinesiology (24 HRS)
Pathology (51 HRS)
● Pathology (51 HRS)
MT Essentials & Professional Practice (108 HRS) ● Intro to Massage (9 HRS) ● Draping, Products & Clinical Hygiene (10 HRS) ● Listening Skills for the Massage Professional & Personal Development (16 HRS) ● Working Alongside Healthcare Professionals (7 HRS) ● Case Reports Online (30 HRS) ● Professional Boundaries & Ethics of Touch (12 HRS) ● SOAP Notes & Clinical Documentation (6 HRS) ● Business Ethics, Basics, & Marketing (18 HRS)
Practical Application (163 HRS)
● Student Clinic (125 HRS) ● OnSite Student Outreach (20 HRS) ● Professionals Given (18 HRS)
Additionally, ASM requires the following unsupervised hours... OffSite Outreach (10 HRS) // Professionals Received (6 HRS) // Friends & Family (30 HRS)
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Student Clinic
Student Clinic Scheduling & Requirements ASM requires students to complete 125 hours of participation in the onsite Student Clinic. Students will be able to request available hours in the student clinic after the completion of their 30 Friends & Family Massages and the successful completion of their Pathology unit. Available Clinic hours will be listed after the beginning of the 2nd Trimester. Students must turn in a clinic hour request form to be reviewed by the student clinic supervisor. Request forms will be reviewed in the order they were received. Once reviewed, students will receive a print out of their approved student clinic hours each time their schedule is updated. It is then the full responsibility of the student to complete all approved clinic hours. Students are required to be on location and ready for their assigned block 15 minutes prior to their scheduled start. If a student is on location less than 5 minutes prior to the start of their scheduled time block, 1 hour of attendance will be docked from their attendance log. If a student arrives to student clinic after the start time of a scheduled massage appointment, the student will be docked 3 hours from their attendance log. If a student noshows for a scheduled student clinic block, he or she will be docked a full 7 hours from their attendance log. Students may schedule a minimum of 3 hours per block of student clinic. Students may arrange for another student to cover a block of their scheduled student clinic hours with the approval of an administrator if need be. If a student is unable to attend a scheduled student clinic block without the approval of an administrator, it is expected that they call the school at 5179204960 to leave a message explaining their situation. Receiving Tips Although students completing their required Student Clinic hours are not financially compensated by ASM, students may receive tips in the form of cash or check from clients. Tips are not handled by Adrian School of Massage in any way, and any tax implications are the full responsibility of the student. Other Student Clinic Policies Students are required to perform their time in student clinic in a professional manner. Students are not to request or make documentation of client information for purposes outside of the documentation used in ASM’s clinic files. Students may not share their personal or business contact information with patrons of the student clinic. (Students may however, share with patrons their first and last name if they wish to do so.)
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Free Student Massages Each month, current students are welcome to receive one free 60 minute massage in ASM’s Student Clinic. Free student massages are not transferrable. Please see ASM’s Student Clinic Dress Code on pg. 15.
Outreach Outreach Hours ASM requires all students to provide 30 hours of outreach for the completion of their program. Of these hours, 20 must be completed at one of ASM’s supervised outreach events. The other 10 outreach hours may be done at a location of the student’s choice as long as it meets at least one of the following requirements: A – Is a nonprofit organization B – Is an educational institution C – Is a health care business or organization. Students must complete an outreach event form that is filled out by either an attending staff member or a location representative. We ask that students arrive at least 15 minutes before a scheduled outreach event, and act in a manner that is in full respect of the outreach location as well as Adrian School of Massage. Please see ASM’s Outreach Dress Code on pg. 15.
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Dress Code General Dress Code All clothing must be modest and either plain with no distinguishable words or logos, or have content that is massage/ASM related. Tops – Tops must be long enough to properly cover the torso. Tops showing cleavage may not be worn. If a sleeve is longer than the elbow, it must be able to be rolled up above the elbow for manual classes. Tank tops that cover at least 2” of the shoulder may be worn. Bottoms – Students must be able to do a comfortable lunge in all bottomwear. Skirts must be below the knee and shorts must be at least 3” below fingertip length. Modest yoga pants may also be worn. Please refrain from wearing bottoms with rips or holes in them. Shoes – Heels of more than 1.5 inches are not allowed to be worn for the program. We ask that students refrain from wearing dangling earrings or excessive jewelry during manual classes. Additionally, students are required to wear appropriate underwear during manual classes. Modesty is our first policy for our students at ASM. Students must be able to lift their hands above their heads without skin showing on their torso, and must have shirt necks sit no more than a hands width below their collar bone. Additionally, if a staff member notices that an article is too tight or revealing as stated above, a dress code violation will be given. Adrian School of Massage expects students to use proper hygiene, have clean hands with non polished nails, and refrain from heavy scents. If a student’s hygiene practices do not meet ASM’s standards, an administrator may schedule a meeting with the student to discuss a resolution. Each student may have 2 dress code violations before being dismissed due to dress code. In the event of an extreme violation, immediate dismissal may be necessary. Dismissed students are subject to ASM’s attendance guidelines. Student Clinic Dress Code Students performing their clinic hours are required to wear black pants (scrubs, loose slacks, or modest yoga pants), and either a blank polo, scrub top, plain tshirt, or an ASM shirt. Closetoe shoes and the absence of any strong scents or perfumes are also required. (All other ASM Dress/Hygiene requirements remain in effect as well.) (Scrubs are always a good “goto” option!) ASM’s Outreach Dress Code While completing hours at an outreach event, we ask that students refrain from strong scents and perfumes, wear black pants (scrubs, loose slacks, or modest yoga pants are acceptable), closetoe shoes, and an ASM shirt. In addition, students must wear their ID badge while at offsite events.
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Supplies Needed Supplies needed for the duration of the program are as follows: Textbooks: Werner, Ruth . A Massage Therapist's Guide to Pathology, 6 th edition. 2015. Biel, Andrew. Trail Guide to the Body: How to Locate Muscles, Bones, and More, 5 th edition. 2014. Biel, Andrew. Trail Guide to the Body Workbook, 5 th edition. 2014. Granger, Jocelyn. Neuromuscular Therapy Manual. 2010. If a student would like to purchase their books through ASM, the total for all four books (in new or gently used condition) is: $185. This amount is due on or before the first day of school. If we do not hear from the student by that day, they will be expected to purchase them in their own way (the internet is a fantastic resource!). Linens & Bolster/Pillow: ASM provides linens for use in the student clinic –all other linens used in the program are the responsibility of the student to provide. Student linens are expected to be clean and appropriate. We recommend students purchase at least 23 sets to use for their school year. (Two flat sheets, a professional massage sheet set, or a twin sheet set are appropriate.) Students may use either a folded pillow case or a face cradle cover for their face cradles. All bolsters and pillows must have a case. Students are responsible to provide their own bolster and/or pillow for their use in the student clinic as well. If a student forgets clean linens for a class, he or she may rent a set from ASM for $3/set. ASM linens are not to leave the facility. The student is responsible to return the linens to the dirty linen basket after using them. Massage Lubricant/Product: Students are responsible to come to class, clinic, and other related events prepared with their preferred massage product. Oils, creams, lotions, gels, and butters, etc. are acceptable. ASM asks that products used in class and clinic have little to no scent.
Supplies Provided
ASM provides all other needed supplies including necessary textbooks and equipment such as massage tables and massage chairs for use on location. Students are welcome to use their own equipment/supplies, but are not required to do so while at the school.
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Thank you for your interest in Adrian School of Massage! We look forward to providing you an exceptional experience within our program!
With Gratitude, Christy Gagneur, LMT (Founder/Director)
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