The Relax Station School of Massage
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I. ACCREDITATIONS AND APPROVALS
The Relax Station Inc. is licensed as a Massage School thru The Texas Department of State Health and strictly adheres to the Rules and Regulations of the Department. Our School also has received approval from the Texas Rehabilitation Commission and the Texas Commission for the Blind.
II. DESCRIPTION OF THE FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT
Our facility is located at 1409 Kingwood Drive in Kingwood Texas. The facility has 4555 square feet of classroom, massage treatment rooms, and hydrotherapy equipment space. We have 12 private massage rooms available for internship, as well as a waiting room and office space where students observe and participate in the daily work of a thriving practice. Our equipment consist of 18 massage tables, flotation tank, whirlpool, chirojet, 7 massage chairs, aromatherapy steam tube, TV/VCR with massage tape library, tables and chairs for 16 students, 2 paraffin baths, pregnancy body support system, side lying pillows, anatomy skeleton and charts of muscles, bones and trigger points. During breaks, students enjoy the park located behind our facility and many nearby restaurants.
III. DIRECTOR, FACULTY, KEY STAFF
Marcie Nino- Licensed Massage Therapist and Instructor and a Licensed Vocational Nurse. She is also the Owner and Director of the school. Areas of instruction are Swedish massage technique, anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, pathology, health and hygiene, hydrotherapy, business practices and professional ethics, and the internship program.
Jeremiah Vaughn- Licensed Massage Therapist and Instructor. He has been a wonderful asset here at The Relax Station, Inc. for the last 3 years. Jeremiah’s areas of instruction are Swedish massage technique and the internship program.
Jena Massie- Licensed Massage Therapist and Instructor. Jena has worked as a massage therapist for 4 years gaining a lot of experience in massage therapy. Her areas of instruction are Massage therapy technique, health and hygiene, kinesiology, anatomy and physiology, hydrotherapy, and the internship program.
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IV. OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the school are to teach a comprehensive understanding of the structure and function of the human body. This includes the effects of massage therapy through practical working knowledge and an understanding
of the State curriculum, as provided by the Texas Department of State Health. The school will also teach an understanding of self-care, including proper movement during massage for safety and injury prevention. In addition, the school teaches the skills needed for planning, beginning and successfully operation a business in massage therapy.
V. PROGRAM OUTLINE & COURSE DESCRIPTION
This program consists of the 500 hours required by the Texas Department of
State Health to become licensed as a massage therapist with the State. Upon
successful completion of the training program, the student is ready for the
massage therapy State examination. The course requirements are as follows:
Swedish Massage Technique 125 hrs.
Massage Therapy Technique 75 hrs.
Anatomy and Physiology 75 hrs.
Kinesiology 50 hrs.
Pathology 40 hrs.
Hydrotherapy 20 hrs.
Business Practice & Ethics & Massage Laws 45 hrs.
Health & Hygiene & First Aid & CPR 20 hrs.
Internship 50 hrs.
Total contact hours required for completion of program 500 hrs.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
SWEDISH MASSAGE TECHNIQUE- 125 HOURS
Students learn to give and receive a full body Swedish Massage. Class format
includes theory and history of massage, demonstration of techniques, supervised
practice, personal development and guided relaxation techniques. The emphasis is on becoming comfortable with touching.
MASSAGE THERAPY TECHNIQUE- 75 HOURS
Students learn chair massage, deep tissue massage, facial massage treatments, abdominal massage and other massage therapy techniques.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY- 75 HOURS
Histology (cells and tissues). Integument, skeletal, muscle, nervous, endocrine,
blood, circulatory, digestive, respiratory, excretory, systems of the body.
Greatest emphasis is muscle action, origin and insertion. Effects of massage on body systems. Recognizing that knowing anatomy quite well enhances business
Success. Study skills for anatomy also presented. Anatomy terminology with
Prefix/suffix cues.
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KINESIOLOGY- 50 HOURS
Students learn how structure follows function of muscles through the study of body movements. The emphasis is to know the attachment of muscles which will help understand muscle movements.
PATHOLOGY- 40 HOURS
The study of any deviation from a normal or healthy condition helps students to learn the indications and contraindications of massage. Students learn when and how to safely assess and apply proper techniques for specific diseases, illnesses, or dysfunctions.
HYDROTHERAPY- 20 HOURS
Students learn basic hydrotherapy principles, the uses of hot and cold, the various baths, dry brushing, and salt glows.
BUSINESS AND ETHICS AND MASSAGE LAWS AND RULES-45 HOURS
Students learn how to set goals, prioritizing, time management, marketing skills,
bookkeeping, office design, business planning, review the State law, and
discussing ethical standards for massage therapy.
HEALTH AND HYGIENE AND FIRST AID AND CPR- 20 HOURS
Preparation of hands and back to give massage. Centering and focus.
Sanitation procedures and universal precautions. Emphasis on body mechanics
during massage. Healthy lifestyle. Preventing burnout.
INTERNSHIP- 50 HOURS
40 hours of hands on massage at the school campus only. 10 hours of business
related to those massages.
VI. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Must visit the campus and interview with the director
- Must meet financial obligations in a timely manner as outlined in the student/school contract
- Furnish a current photo ID and Social Security Card
- Must be 17 years of age or older
- Free of any criminal convictions (*)
(*) A student may be ineligible for licensing if he/she has been convicted of,
entered a plea of nolo contendere or guilty to, or received deferred adjudication to
crimes or offenses involving prostitution or sexual offenses; or convicted of a
violation of the Act within the past five years.
VII. TUITION AND FEES
The total tuition for the massage training program is $5327.00. This amount does include the books used during the program. All expenses that the student will incur during the training program have been listed below. Some of the items are not supplied by the Relax Station Inc., but have been estimated in the total amount.
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If the student desires to furnish their own books the amount will be deducted from the book cost.
The Relax Station Inc. will supply students all creams and oils used during the massage program at no additional expenses to the students.
TUITION COST:
Swedish Massage 125 Hours @ $10.00………………………………………$1250.00
Massage Therapy Techniques 75 Hours @ $10.00……………………………$750.00
Anatomy and Physiology 75 Hours @ $10.00…………………………………$750.00
Kinesiology 50 Hours @ $10.00………………………………………………..$500.00
Pathology 40 Hours @ $10.00………………………………………………….$400.00
Hydrotherapy 20 Hours @ $10.00……………………………………………..$200.00
Business and Ethics 45 Hours @ $10.00……………………………………….$450.00
Health and Hygiene 20 Hours @ $10.00……………………………………….$200.00
Internship 50 Hours @ $10.00………………………………………………….$500.00
TOTAL TUITION COST……………………………………………………...$5000.00
BOOKS COST:
Theory and Practice of Therapeutic Massage,
3rd edition, Milady Pub., Beck 1999……………………………………………$65.00
Structure and Function of the Body,
12th edition, Mosby Pub., Thibodeau/ Patton,2004……………………………$48.85
Study Guide Workbook to Structure and Function of the Body,
12th edition, Mosby Pub, Linda Swisher, 2004………………………………...$24.00
Illustrated Essentials of Muscular-Skeletal Atatomy,
Fourth edit. Sieg & Adams, Megabooks, 2002………………………………...$40.00
SUBTOTAL FOR BOOKS……………………………………………………..$177.85
SALES TAX @ 8.25%...........................................................................................$14.67
TOTAL BOOK COST…………………………………………………………..$192.52
OTHER POTENTIAL SUPPLY COST DURING 450 HOURS OF CLASS:
Students may have these supplies at home and are encouraged to avoid additional expenses for class.
1-fitted twin sheet, any color (old is OK)
1-flat twin sheet, any color (old is OK)
2-pillow cases, any color (old is OK)
2-large bath towels, any color (old is OK)
1-large 3 ring binder for hand outs and notes
ESTIMATED SUPPLIES COST DURING 450 CLASSHOURS…………..$0-27.00
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OTHER POTENTIAL SUPPLY COST DURING INTERNSHIP HOURS:
5-NEW sets of twin sheets (each set comes with 1-fitted sheet, 1-flat sheet,
and 2-pillow cases)
ESTIMATED SUPPLIES COST DURING INTERNSHIP…………………$75.00
THE TOTAL COST FOR THE PROGRAM ……………………………….$5294.52
The school has a $400.00 deposit to hold a place in our program. On the first day of class $192.52.00 is due to pay for the books. The remaining tuition is due as follows:
Day Class- 5 monthly installments of $920.00 due on the 29th of each month
Night Class- 8 monthly installments of $575.00 due on the 29th of each month
Summer Class- 4 monthly installments of $1150.00 due on the 29th of each month
The student can also pay the program in advance. Payments may be made in cash, money orders, checks or credit card. All accounts must be paid in full before completion and graduation. No transcript will be issued until the balance of the account is paid in full.
ADDITIONAL CHARGES: ITEMIZED
- Make-up hours: The student will be charged $10.00 per hour after missing 27 hours of the program or if the make-up is not completed within 3 weeks of the absence.
- Late charge: A $15.00 late charge will be added to your tuition not paid within 5 days of due date.
- Re-enrollment fee: If you drop from the course and then reenter, all monies that have been paid will be credited, but a re-enrollment fee of $400.00 will be assessed.
- NSF checks: A fee of $20.00 will be required in addition to the amount of the NSF check paid by either cash or money order. All other payments made afterwards must be made by either cash or money order.
VIII. CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
If a student enters the program and withdraws or is terminated from the program the minimum refund of the remaining tuition will be as outlined below, based on 500 clock hours of instruction.
Hours are ones presented by an instructor, which are prior to official withdrawal in
writing or official termination from the program. Refunds will be based on program time
expressed in clock hours. Refunds must be consummated within 30 days after the earliest of: the effective date of termination if the student is terminated from the program; the date of receipt of written notice from the student of withdrawal; 10 instructional days following the first day of the program if the student fails to enter.
If a student enters the program not more than 12 months in length and is terminated from the program or withdraws, the minimum refund will be:
- During the first week or 1/10th of the program, whichever is less, 90% of the remaining tuition is refunded;
- After the first week or 1/10th of the program, whichever is less, but within the first three weeks of the program, 80% of the remaining tuition is refunded;
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- After the first 3 weeks of the program, but within the first quarter of the program, 75% of the remaining tuition is refunded;
- During the 2nd quarter, 50% of the remaining tuition is refunded;
- During the 3rd quarter of the program, 10% of the remaining tuition is refunded;
- During the 4th or last quarter of the program, the student may be considered obligated for the full tuition.
Refunds of items of extra expense, beyond tuition—such as books—where these items are separately stated and shown in the pre-enrollment information, will be made in a reasonable manner. Books that have been written in or highlighted will not be returnable or refunded.
Immediate refund on demand is not possible and must be requested in writing, but refunds will be made within 30 days or within the required time frames listed above.
IX. CLASS SCHEDULE The student/teacher ratio is 10:1. Beginning and Ending dates of the courses offered are: From 10/06/08 thru 03/06/09 Winter Day Class From 03/09/09 thru 10/24/09 Spring Night Class From 02/23/09 thru 07/11/09 Spring Day Class From 06/22/09 thru 10/23/09 Summer Day Class From 10/05/09 thru 05/29/10 Fall Night Class
Enrollment for these courses is possible up to three weeks prior to the start of the program.
- Winter Day Class
Monday-Friday, 8:15AM-2:15PM, courses begin on October 6, 2008 and ends on March 6, 2009. Holidays November 26-28 and December 24 thru January 2.
- Spring Night Class
Monday-Thursday, 6:00PM-10:00PM, courses begin on March 9, 2009 and end on October 24, 2009. Holidays May 26, 2008 and September 7, 2009.
- Spring Day Class
Monday-Friday, 8:15PM-2:15PM, courses begin on February 23, 2009 and end on July 11, 2009. Holidays May 25, 2009.
- Summer Day Class
Monday-Friday, 8:15AM-3:15, courses begin on June22, 2009 and end on October 23, 2009. Holidays September 7.
- Fall Night Class
Monday-Thursday, 6:00PM-10:00PM, courses begin on October 5, 2009 and end on May 29, 2010. Holidays November 25-27 and December 24-Jan 1.
The normal hours of operation are:
Office 9:00AM - 8:00PM
School 8:00AM - 3:15PM and 6:00PM – 10:00PM
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X. ATTENDANCE POLICY
A master record of attendance indicating the number of scheduled hours for each class session and the hours absent are maintained by the faculty in a roll-book for each student. Each student is required to attend all classes as scheduled. The State requires completion of all 500 hours of the curriculum to be eligible for the State examination.
An absence shall be charged for a full day when the student attends none of the scheduled classes on that day. A partial day of absence shall be charged for any period of absence during the day. A student will be terminated from the program if the student accumulates absences of more than 10 consecutive school days or more than 15% of the total clock hours (75 hours) of the program. The refund policy shall apply to a student terminated and shall be the last date of absence as stated above in this section. A student whose enrollment is terminated for violation of the attendance policy may not reenter before the start of the next grading period. A student may not start a program after 10% of the program has been taught except in those cases where appropriate credit for previous education has been given.
Leave of absence- a leave of absence for reasonable purposes acceptable to the school director shall not exceed the lesser of 30 school days or 60 calendar days. A student shall be granted only one leave of absence for each 12 month period. Attendance records shall clearly show the dates for which the leave of absence was granted.
A written statement as to why the leave of absence was granted, signed by both the student and the school director indicating approval, shall be placed in the individual student’s file. If the student fails to return from leave, the student will be automatically be terminated and a refund made under the cancellation and refund policy. The effective date of termination shall be the last date of the leave of absence.
Make up work shall not be authorized for the purpose of removing an absence. All absences must be made up. Scheduling such make-up work is the responsibility of the
student. Course work should be made up in a timely manner by scheduling study time/make-up sessions during the school’s business hours and when an instructor is available. Students who miss quizzes, test, or exams because of an excused absence must make them up within 10 days or a zero (0) will be given.
Tardiness will not be tolerated in our school. Three tardies, at any time, will be considered an absence.
XI. PROGRESS POLICIES
A student is graded on both written and practical examinations. To successfully complete each course, a student must achieve a satisfactory grade of 70% or better. The grading
scale is as follows: 70-100 – Satisfactory
69- below – Unsatisfactory
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Students will be evaluated every 25% (125 hrs) on both lecture and practical lessons. The progress evaluation records will reflect the student’s progress and are based on completion within the allotted time of the designated program term.
A student who is making unsatisfactory progress at the end of a grading period (25%) shall be placed on probation for the next grading period. If the student on probation achieves satisfactory progress for the subsequent period, but has not achieved the required grades for overall satisfactory progress, the student may be continued on probation for one more grading period. If the student on probation fails to achieve satisfactory progress for the first probationary grading period, the student’s enrollment may be terminated.
When a student is placed on probation, that student will be counseled prior to returning to class, and the date, action takes, and terms of the probation shall be clearly indicated on the appropriate permanent records.
The enrollment of a student who fails to achieve overall satisfactory progress for the program at the end of two successive probationary grading periods shall be terminated.
A student whose enrollment was terminated for unsatisfactory progress may reenter after a minimum of one grading period.
The cancellation and refund policy shall apply to a student terminated under this paragraph. The effective date of termination for purposes of refunds shall be the last day of the last probationary grading period. A student who returns after the enrollment was terminated for unsatisfactory progress shall be placed on probation for the next grading period. The student shall be advised of this action and the student’s file documented accordingly. If the student does not maintain satisfactory progress during or at the end of this probationary period, that student will be terminated.
XII. GRIEVANCE POLICY
All grievances must be in WRITTEN FORM and presented to the director. Discussion of the grievance will be held in private with the student. All efforts will be made to settle any grievances.
If the grievance is still not resolved, the student may contact the Texas Department of State Health at (512) 834-6616 .
XIII. STUDENT CONDUCT
Students must abide by all policies, rules, regulations, and procedures of The Relax Station, Inc.
Students shall not engage in any sort of disruptive behavior during classroom instruction and/or while on the school’s premises, nor any conduct which might endanger the health or safety or any person. No eating or drinking is allowed in the classroom during class time. Students shall not be allowed to engage in rolfing, spinal adjustments, or similar specialized modalities during class. No student shall use, possess, or distribute any narcotic or illegal drug while on the school’s premises. Such behavior is cause for immediate and automatic dismissal. Smoking is prohibited within the school, facility.
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XIV. JOB PLACEMENT
Although the school cannot guarantee employment upon completion of the program, we do maintain a current listing of job opportunities as they become available.
XV. PREVIOUS EDUCATION AND TRAINING
If a student wishes to receive credit for previous training they have completed, they must submit an official transcript to the Texas Department of State Health for evaluation. The course work must have been completed within the last five years to be considered for credit. Upon written confirmation for the Department of approval for the course work, the written confirmation will be place in the student’s file. If course work is approved, this may result in the program length being shortened and the cost being reduced. All course work to be used for credit must be submitted to the school at least two weeks in advance of the proposed starting date of the program.
XVI. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
In order to graduate from The Relax Station, Inc., a student must have:
- Completed all assignments and/or paperwork needed to replace incomplete grades or make up work.
- Completed the State required 500 hours of training and maintained a satisfactory grade of 70% or better.
- Met all financial obligations to the school.
TOTAL TUITION COST, BOOK COST, AND POTENTIAL COST
FOR PROGRAM…………………………………………………. $5,327.00
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BALANCES MUST BE PAID IN FULL TO THE RELAX STATION INC. BEFORE THE TRANSCRIPT AND DIPLOMA CAN BE RELEASED.
The course work and internship might be completed before payment is complete. This may also mean that the student may miss the state test, which his or her classmates will be taking. Students need to fully understand, that no one can massage for monetary gain, gift or any form of compensation without a license in hand.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY, as outlined in Ch 141 of Massage Therapy Rules, Texas Administrative Code, and as worded in the code:
If a student enters the program and withdraws or is terminated from the program. The minimum refund of the remaining tuition will be as outlined below, based on 500 clock hours of instruction.
Hours are ones presented by an instructor, which are prior to official withdrawal in writing or official termination from the program. Refunds will be based on program time expressed in clock hours. Refunds must be consummated within 30 days after the earliest of: the effective date of termination if the student is terminated from the program; the date of receipt of written notice from the student of withdrawal; 10 instructional days following the first day of the program if the student fails to enter.
If a student enters the program not more than 12 months in length and is terminated from the program or withdraws, the minimum refund will be:
During the first week or 1/10th of the program, whichever is less, 90% of the remaining tuition is refunded;
After the first week or 1/10th of the program, whichever is less, but within the first three weeks of the program, 80% of the remaining tuition is refunded;
After the first 3 weeks of the program, but within the first quarter of the program, 75% of the remaining tuition is refunded;
During the 2nd quarter, 50% of the remaining tuition is refunded;
During the 3rd quarter of the program, 10% of the remaining tuition is refunded;
During the 4th or last quarter of the program, the student may be considered obligated for the full tuition.
Refunds of items of extra expense, beyond tuition—such as books—where these items are separately stated and shown in the pre-enrollment information, will be made in a reasonable manner. Books that have been written in or highlighted will not be returnable or refunded.
Refunds are calculated according to the state policy listed above. Immediate refund on demand is not possible and must be requested in writing, but refunds will be made within 30 days or within the required time frames listed above.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. ACCREDITATION AND APPROVALS………………………………………..1
II. DESCRIPTION OF FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT……………………...…….1
III. DIRECTOR, FACULTY & STAFF……………………………………………..1
IV. OBJECTIVES…………………………………………………………………….2
V. PROGRAM OUTLINE & COURSE DESCRIPTION…………………………..2
VI. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS………………………………………………..3
VII. TUITION & FEES……………………………………………………………….4
VIII. CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY……………………………………….5
IX. CLASS SCHEDULE……………………………………………………………..6
X. ATTENDANCE POLICY………………………………………………………..7
XI. PROGRESS POLICY……………………………………………………………7
XII. GRIEVANCE POLICY………………………………………………………….8
XIII. STUDENT CONDUCT………………………………………………………….8
XIV. JOB PLACEMENT………………………………………………………………9
XV. PREVIOUS EDUCATION & TRAINING………………………………………9
XVI. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS……………………………………………..9
