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  • ITP 250P: Practicum and Portfolio

    4.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course, taught in American Sign Language (ASL), is a field placement practicum in either the K-12 educational system or the community under a supervising mentor. The interpreting practicum provides students with the opportunity to experience, understand and gain familiarity with the professional world of interpreting in multiple settings including K-12, community, Video Relay Service, Video Remote Interpreting and religious settings. Students complete 180 hours of supervised observation and interpreting in these settings in addition to 14 hours of classroom time to meet with the practicum supervisor. The students also use this time to develop a portfolio of their work to use to market themselves to potential agencies and consumers, as well as a tool to develop a professonal development plan for post-graduation. This course requires students to have appropriate clearances. Prerequisite:    Completion of all other coursework in the program except for the final semester classes.  
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  • JRN 101: Introduction to Journalism

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course is designed to give students an overview of American journalism's traditions, principles and methods of newsgathering. It examines the historic role of journalism in a democracy and the economic, legal and political pressures associated with the profession. Students learn the different forms of journalism (print, electronic and internet broadcast and converged), discovering what they share and how they differ. Students also learn how to identify the ethics behind responsible practice of journalism. The goal is to help students understand the nature of American journalism and become educated consumers of the news. Prerequisite:    CRE 070 and ENG 090 with a minimum grade of "C", or successful placement  
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  • JRN 102: Fundamentals of News Reporting

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course serves as an introduction to basic news writing as practiced by journalists and public relations professionals. It covers the basics of news and information gathering; identifying, characterizing and targeting an audience; interviewing; and crafting accurate and informative news stories and features. Students gain hands-on experience by writing a mix of news and feature stories publishable in print or electronic media form. Students also engage in peer review and editing as well as revision of their own work. Prerequisite:    Passed  ENG 101 or ENG 101L   
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  • JRN 103: Introduction to Mass Media

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course provides students with a survey of mass media including print, electronic and digital with a particular focus on the evolution and impact of the internet, digital media and social media. The concepts and skills covered in this course prepare students to critically analyze the social, cultural and economic roles of media in a global society.
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  • JRN 106: Principles of Communication

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course provides students with an overview of human communication in various settings, including interpersonal, small group, public, organizational, visual, mass communication and social media. Students examine the principles that shape these areas of communication and explore how they are implemented within different societies and cultures. Prerequisite:    ENG 101 or ENG 101L   
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  • MAS 101: Massage Therapy Principles/Procedures 1

    5.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course introduces students to the theory and practice of professional massage therapy. Group discussions include the history of massage from ancient to modern times, professional communication skills, informed consent and client intake, scope and standards of practice, legal and ethical issues, professional boundaries and the therapeutic relationship. Discussions also include examining the benefits and precautions for massage, identifying endangerment sites, creating self-care plans to increase career longevity and exploring the role of the massage therapist in various employment settings. Client screening, intake and informed consent precede the application of hands-on techniques. The laboratory portion of this course includes the safe, sanitary and efficient use of massage equipment and supplies, demonstration of proper body and table mechanics, application of a system of structured strokes, touch, pressure and movement of the soft tissues of the body and the performance of Swedish massage in varying amounts of time to enhance the health and well-being of the client. Writing clear, concise and accurate treatment notes conclude hands-on sessions. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate. Prerequisite:    Acceptance into MAS program.  
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  • MAS 102: Massage Therapy Principles/Procedures 2

    5.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course builds upon the techniques and approaches learned in MAS-101 and provides students with the unique approach to massage known as seated or chair massage. Students continue to build upon previous skills in assessment and charting by documenting therapeutic outcomes. Benefits and precautions for chair massage are discussed. Students identify and analyze successful business practices and marketing techniques. In the laboratory portion of the class, students practice advanced relaxation Swedish system techniques, relevant spa therapies, and seated massage techniques. Students will be required to volunteer outside of scheduled class time. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate. Prerequisite:    BIO 103 or BIO 115 or BIO 161; MAS 101; MAS 110 or PTA 101  Corequisite:    MAS 111 or BIO 160 or  BIO 241 
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  • MAS 110: Musculoskeletal Palpation for Massage Therapy

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    In this course students explore the musculoskeletal system in greater detail. Anatomical and directional terminologies are discussed. Students distinguish various actions of the joints of the body and identify bones and bony landmarks of the upper body, lower body and torso. Students incorporate muscle palpation as a direct approach to understanding the origin, insertion and action of the muscles of the upper body, lower body and torso. The relationship of myofascial tissue quality to movement, posture, pain and dysfunction is explored. This course requires a per credit health career fee; Check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate. Prerequisite:    Admission into MAS Program.  
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  • MAS 111: Pathology for Massage Therapy

    3.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course explores the etiology, signs and symptoms, typical allopathic treatments, complementary and alternative treatments and implications of common pathological conditions as they relate to massage. Students define common pathology terminology and analyze the indications and contraindications of various massage applications specific to common conditions. Additionally, students learn to locate and analyze related peer-reviewed research of massage interventions on specific conditions. This course requires a per credit health career fee; Check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate. Prerequisite:    BIO 103 or BIO 115 or BIO 161; MAS 101   
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  • MAS 201: Massage Therapy Principles/Procedures 3

    5.00 Credits
    Community College of Allegheny County

    This course provides the student with the theory and practical application of deep tissue massage. Students integrate a variety of techniques including trigger point therapy and myofascial release and explore the connection between massage therapy and other disciplines such as psychology, chiropractic and physical therapy. Students contrast the physiologic effects of hydrotherapy treatments and perform application of water, heat, cold and other topical preparations. Students continue to develop communication skills to understand and enhance massage therapy treatment outcomes and client goals. Laboratory sessions are devoted to application of deep tissue massage and various corrective modalities and techniques used to treat pain caused by myofascial and muscular dysfunction. Students also perform various forms of sports massage. Students are required to volunteer outside of scheduled class time. This course requires a per credit health career fee; check the tuition and fee schedule for the current rate. Prerequisite:    BIO 103 or BIO 115 or BIO 161; MAS 102; MAS 110 or PTA 101; MAS 111 or BIO 160 or  BIO 241 
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